Otherwise, suggesting stoning is not such a wise idea.
I'd actually forgotten about that, but thanks for reminding me. It really does show the importance of honoring one's parents, and indeed it is one of the Ten Commandments. It's another thing we neglect in Western society today.
The nation of Israel in OT times was the only time and place where God wrote the Laws of the land. I have a very difficult time arguing with His wisdom and sovereignty.