"The Parable of the Sadhu" --A Review

Paper Summary:

In this review of Bohen H. McCoy's "The Parable of the Sadhu," the writer illustrates how ethics can become cloudy in specific situations. The author further demonstrates how even moral individuals can fail to exercise leadership to ensure that ethical actions are taken during times of distress. The work itself is based on McCoy's encounter with an injured sadhu--or holy man--during a mountain climbing expedition in the Himalayas. From this vantage point, McCoy explores differing approaches to helping a fellow human being in need.

Outline:
Three Dimensions of Ethical Thinking--Situational, Contextual, & Cultural
Three Principles--the Common Good over Self-Interest, the Golden Rule, and Social Justice
Personal Definition of Ethics
Differentiates between Intentions and Deliberate, Ethical Actions both Authored by Him or Herself and by Others
Applies the Dimensions and Principles Chosen above to a Fictional Middle School
Acknowledges Ethical Differences in Dimensions and Principles Across Cultures

From the Paper:

"While traveling in the Himalayas, the author of "The Parable of the Sadhu," the businessman Bohen McCoy, encountered a Tibetan holy man, a known as a sadhu. The man was apparently coming back after making a pilgrimage. The sadhu wore no shoes, and was naked. Despite the sadhu's evident distress, only one member of McCoy's climbing expedition, an anthropologist named Stephen, moved to aid the sadhu by giving him clothing. A few Japanese climbers from another expedition attempted to help the man but no one really made effectual efforts to ensure the safe return of the ailing pilgrim. The fate of the sadhu still remains unknown."

Sample of Sources Used:

• McCoy, B. (1997) "The Parable of the Sadhu." Harvard Business Review. 1997 originally published 1983. May-Jun: 75(3): 54-6, 58-9, and 62-4. Discussion 60.

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