The Difference of Ethics and Morals
Ethics originated from the Greek word "ethos," which means "character," while morals derive from the Greek word "mos," which means "custom". Both deal with right or wrong. However, ethics is external, which means the right or wrong set by society, while morals is internal, which means the right or wrong set by a person to himself or herself.
Ethics are the rules that a person must follow in society
and in their profession. Every profession has standardized responsibilities and
accountabilities, such as teachers, lawyers, and engineers. Morals are personal
values, which mean an individual's guiding principles for his or her action.