Pim, how does your position differ from that of an ethical relativist? David made a strong and sound case, and I strongly doubt he made it based on the same web sources you visit. His legal studies background is quite secure in the face of your pluralistic (what if?) reasoning. Is it ever time to take a stand, except against ID (absolutely) and for evolution (relativistically)?
G.A.
Pim van Meurs <pimvanmeurs@yahoo.com> wrote:
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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