noun
ethics and morality
A formal compound referring to the principles of human ethics and moral conduct. Often used in philosophical, educational, or legal contexts.
人倫道徳に反する行為は許されない。
Actions that go against ethics and morality are not permitted.
この学校では人倫道徳の教育に力を入れている。
This school puts effort into education on ethics and morality.
Compound of 人倫 (jinrin, 'human relations; human ethics') and 道徳 (dōtoku, 'morality'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination is used to express a comprehensive concept of human ethics and moral principles.