Posted in Religion on July 29th, 2006 8 Comments »
There is a fascinating article on reproductive ethics in the Journal of Medical Ethics Volume 32, 2006. The article argues that the rhythm method (based on its description I believe it really refers to all methods of abstinence from intercourse during fertile periods) causes the destruction of more embryos than condoms or oral contraceptives. A […]
Posted in Religion on July 28th, 2006 No Comments »
The local Catholic Herald appears to be on the way to becoming a sex manual. There are lots of articles on Natural Family Planning, divorce, stem cell ethics, abortion, etc. If it has something to do with sex, either directly or indirectly, you will find it there. (Of course it is all focused on the […]
Posted in Quote of the Day, Religion, Science on July 24th, 2006 No Comments »
From the article “Religious Belief and Societal Health” in Skeptic Volume 12 Number 3 2006:
The question is one of causation, and there is no clear answer. Whether religion leads directly to dysfunctionality, or religions merely flourish in dysfunctional societies, neither conclusion from this study flatters religion. The first tells us that religion is a hindrance […]
Posted in Morality and Ethics on July 12th, 2006 No Comments »
we should not fear the collapse of morality will follow the deterioration of formal religion as it converts to a more general/natural or personal spirituality.