Why Do You Believe? Natural Law and the Declaration of Independence
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Feb 8, 2021 Explore the 'Laws of Nature' as linked to the Declaration of Independence and their relevance to current social issues like critical race theory and LGBTQ+ rights. Delve into the nature of natural law versus moral law, examining historical roots and human rationality. Discover how teleology influences ethics and societal wellbeing through a Thomistic lens. The discussion also touches on natural law's connection to economic ethics, advocating for principles of honesty and fairness within capitalist frameworks.
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Laws of Nature
- The Declaration of Independence refers to "Laws of Nature", which include moral laws governing human interaction.
- These moral laws are not merely physical laws but a broader concept.
Natural Law vs. Physical Laws
- Natural law, in the moral sense, differs from physical laws.
- It concerns how things behave based on their inherent nature, including moral laws for humans.
Goodness and Teleology
- The concept of "goodness" is tied to teleology.
- A "good" thing exhibits the characteristics it should have based on its nature.