as: a deliberative condition (we ought to be moved by them), an ability condition (they must be able to move us), or a combined condition (we can be moved by them via sound deliberation). Puzzles about self-effacing reasons (e.g., surprise-party cases) challenge simple guidance theses and motivate careful distinctions between deontic and deliberative roles.

Acting for a normative reason and moral worth

Sometimes one does the right thing but not for the right reason (e.g., rescuing a child for praise). Many hold that moral worth/credit

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