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To: spunkets
. By definition there is no moral code governing that process of interaction; there is only nonrational physical driving forces.

So you say. But you're just tossing out assertions and demanding that I accept them as true. I'm challenging you to prove your assertions like a good objectivist should.

190 posted on 05/01/2003 1:59:45 PM PDT by r9etb
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To: r9etb
By definition...a moral code is man made. It is not found raw in nature. There is no point in calling Darwin's observations a moral code, because it isn't.


moral \mor-el, mar-\ adjective [ME, fr. MF, fr. L moralis, fr. mor-, mos custom] (14c)
1 a : of or relating to principles of right and wrong in behavior : ethical
b : expressing or teaching a conception of right behavior
c : conforming to a standard of right behavior
d : sanctioned by or operative on one's conscience or ethical judgment

e : capable of right and wrong action

2 : probable though not proved : virtual

3 : having the effects of such on the mind, confidence, or will
morally \-e-le\ adverb
Synonyms
moral, ethical, virtuous, righteous, noble mean conforming to a standard of what is right and good. moral implies conformity to established sanctioned codes or accepted notions of right and wrong . ethical may suggest the involvement of more difficult or subtle questions of rightness, fairness, or equity . virtuous implies the possession or manifestation of moral excellence in character . righteous stresses guiltlessness or blamelessness and often suggests the sanctimonious . noble implies moral eminence and freedom from anything petty, mean, or dubious in conduct and character .

214 posted on 05/01/2003 2:34:38 PM PDT by spunkets
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