Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Natural Law Theory - Heroes



Natural Law Theory – Heroes

Natural law theory has been around since the time of Aristotle and derived from the theory of teleology. Teleology took into account logic and metaphysics. The purpose was to understand the end/purpose of human beings within the context of the ends and purposes of human nature. Thus, natural law theory suggests that we understand the ends/purposes of human nature as a whole within the context of human nature. The ends pursued structure the means and actions by which they are attained. The first principle of natural law theory is to do good and avoid evil. NBC's television series Heroes features a character named Niki Sanders. Niki has Disassociate Identity Disorder and as a result, another personality known as Jessica (her former twin). Jessica often comes out when Niki is in an adverse situation. This often results in death and violence. However, according to natural law theory; some of the violent acts were justifiable while others were clear-cut, murder.
Heroes is an NBC television series in which seemingly normal individuals learn of their superhuman capabilities, Niki Sanders is no exception. As the season progresses, Niki and the others play a vital role in saving humanity. In order to relate her situation to natural law theory, it is important to understand her background. Niki was a former internet stripper from Las Vegas who was just trying to make ends meet. She has the ability to exhibit superhuman strength. Her son's name is Micah Sanders, a child prodigy that has the ability to communicate with electronics. Micah plays a prominent role in Niki's life. She resorted to internet stripping in order to make enough money to send Micah to private school, killed others to protect the well being of her family, and finally allowed herself to undergo medical experimentation, in order to live a normal life with her son. 
Niki's other personality is Jessica. Jessica was Niki's twin sister that was beaten and killed when they were...

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