Does the bible tell us it is always wrong? Why should my opinion
matter here? We are discussing whether or not we as Christians have a
foundation for our morality while such is lacking for atheists. My
personal position on child slavery and pedophilia is irrelevant in
these matters.
The question: Is child slavery and pedophilia always wrong is easier
to answer historically speaking when it comes to child slavery: I
believe I quoted from parts of the bible which suggests that this may
not always be wrong and pedophilia: Greek relationships between older
men and younger boys were considered acceptable.
As is usual with concepts of morality, they do change over time, even
though they are often based on very similar foundations.
So let me ask you a question: Over the ages of time has child slavery
and pedophilia been always wrong in all biblical traditions? How
about other cultures? I remember a recent case of polygamy and young
girls which was based on interpretations of biblical teachings,
misplaced or not, where prophets often took multiple wives
On Nov 2, 2006, at 9:08 AM, David Opderbeck wrote:
> Anyway, Pim, you still haven't answered the question: is child
> slavery and pedophilia always wrong?
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