Therefore it can be exploited by theism, and hence theism need not make morality dependent upon metaphysical beliefs except in so far as the mere sociality of man is in fact not a
sufficient basis for morality....
unless one has an
objective basis for morality (which by definition stands outside the system and is not subject to it), being a «man of your time» leaves you as a product of the system rather than a reformer of it.
You are right about one thing — atheism is
no basis for morality.
Why is that some people must rely on supernatural, magical nonsense as
a basis for morality?
(e.g. explain
the basis for morality and values in a «survival of the fittest» worldview... etc.) Look for Hemant's response on Tuesday!
To quote Sam Harris: «If religion really provided the only conceivable objective
basis for morality, it should be impossible to posit a nontheistic objective basis for morality.
Fear of punishment and hope for reward is a flimsy (not to mention frightening)
basis for morality.
I submit that your way of thinking lends
no basis for morality.
Perhaps they will come up with something that is workable and consistent as
a basis for morality, or life in general — probably something unique to each person.
She couldn't find
a basis for morality outside of Catholicism?
Until we know what is valuable in itself, apart from all considerations of further consequences, we have
no basis for morality and no meaning for life.
I think
the basis for morality is to allow this world to be a relatively compassionate and tolerable place to live, for the very short time we are here.
This provocative read challenges arguments that religion, reasoning, or absolute rules are
the basis for morality.
Tim Cooney believes that
a basis for morality is even necessary, and the Internet can help, for acknowledging mere opinions marks a great step toward democracy.