Any definition of value associated with human life is entirely subjective based on people arbitrarily choosing to follow their instinct of self-preservation?
Of course, this hinges on people having the free will to make that choice. Without that, subjective value judgments become a matter of chemistry, and the point is moot.
Yes. It is better to use more exact language. Thank you =].
Would you prefer that I said he had no responsibility to show respect to anyone? That would be a less confrontational way to say it. To be honest, though, I really wasn't trying to be open minded.
You didn't really tell me why it isn't arbitrary. In fact, by saying (let me paraphrase) "We value human life because we're human" you are basically agreeing that we arbitrarily attribute value to human life because we just happen to be humans.
Let me provide an example. Does a rock consider human life valuable? Well, this is obviously a silly question, because a rock cannot think. And yet, a rock is still subject to all the laws of physics. Because the laws of physics are not arbitrary.
It is a credible argument that the laws of a society may not be considered arbitrary because they are intended to protect said society. But as the necessity to protect that society is the basis of those laws, and that desire was arbitrarily defined, all of the laws based on that axiom are subsequently arbitrary.
I'm not saying that we should go rape and pillage just for fun, that wouldn't work out so well. I think we should follow the laws. I arbitrarily agree that human life has value. It's still an arbitrary determination.
Basically, if a rock is not subject to the same rules as you, then those rules are arbitrary.
I think the contrast is that traditional ultrasound is, in fact, a 2D slice. This technique combines many 2D slices to generate a 3D volume, and then uses a 2D video to display it. I'm certain if 3D imaging techniques were more mainstream, they would be used instead. But, if you like, in contrast to traditional ultrasound, this could be called "4D" if you define time as a dimension.
He's right, though. The attribution of value to human life is completely arbitrary. Just because it makes you uncomfortable doesn't mean it isn't true. It would foolish not to admit that.
He has no responsibility to show any respect for people who spend their lives chasing fairy tales.
All human babies (including fetuses)
Can you vouch for every sect of your faith? What about original sin? What ever happened to heathens? You cannot make such all-encompassing claims when there have been literally millions killed throughout history just for not having a "chance to know the truth."
As both an Navy Electrician's Mate (We work on electric motors and electrical distribution on ships) and now an Electrical Engineering major, I can say that electric motors are commonly used in high-load applications because they are efficient at high speeds and low torque.
A diesel-electric train likely runs the electric motor at high speeds (1200+ rpm) and uses a gearing system for the necessary torque. Using the wheel of a vehicle as the rotor naturally precludes this option, and is therefore a terrible solution.
If there is anyone on Slashdot who is deserving, in the extreme, of their own criticism, it's you.
I mean... just wow.
Seeing as you clearly don't have a firm grasp of the English language, it is probably best in the future that you don't start off any arguments critiquing valid grammar choices. Being a non-native speaker is not a reasonable defense for you right now.
Actually, we'd been bombing the mainland for a long time. McNamara did some of his best work doing statistical analysis to optimize bombing runs on the Japanese mainland to maximize casualties. Well, for a unusual definition of "best."
The nukes were a message to Russia, they did not end the war with Japan. The Empire war machine was destroyed already, and the nukes really did negligible damage to their infrastructure. They carried a hefty human toll, though, and should not have been used at all.
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Any definition of value associated with human life is entirely subjective based on people arbitrarily choosing to follow their instinct of self-preservation?
Of course, this hinges on people having the free will to make that choice. Without that, subjective value judgments become a matter of chemistry, and the point is moot.
Yes. It is better to use more exact language. Thank you =].
Would you prefer that I said he had no responsibility to show respect to anyone? That would be a less confrontational way to say it. To be honest, though, I really wasn't trying to be open minded.
You didn't really tell me why it isn't arbitrary. In fact, by saying (let me paraphrase) "We value human life because we're human" you are basically agreeing that we arbitrarily attribute value to human life because we just happen to be humans.
Let me provide an example. Does a rock consider human life valuable? Well, this is obviously a silly question, because a rock cannot think. And yet, a rock is still subject to all the laws of physics. Because the laws of physics are not arbitrary.
It is a credible argument that the laws of a society may not be considered arbitrary because they are intended to protect said society. But as the necessity to protect that society is the basis of those laws, and that desire was arbitrarily defined, all of the laws based on that axiom are subsequently arbitrary.
I'm not saying that we should go rape and pillage just for fun, that wouldn't work out so well. I think we should follow the laws. I arbitrarily agree that human life has value. It's still an arbitrary determination.
Basically, if a rock is not subject to the same rules as you, then those rules are arbitrary.
I've always thought it was a great way to cut down on crime.
I think the contrast is that traditional ultrasound is, in fact, a 2D slice. This technique combines many 2D slices to generate a 3D volume, and then uses a 2D video to display it. I'm certain if 3D imaging techniques were more mainstream, they would be used instead. But, if you like, in contrast to traditional ultrasound, this could be called "4D" if you define time as a dimension.
He's right, though. The attribution of value to human life is completely arbitrary. Just because it makes you uncomfortable doesn't mean it isn't true. It would foolish not to admit that.
have respect for the other side
He has no responsibility to show any respect for people who spend their lives chasing fairy tales.
All human babies (including fetuses)
Can you vouch for every sect of your faith? What about original sin? What ever happened to heathens? You cannot make such all-encompassing claims when there have been literally millions killed throughout history just for not having a "chance to know the truth."
Well, I think Sun's real problem comes from being lost behind the Cloud.
Ya, it was in that no good kid Plato's book.
As both an Navy Electrician's Mate (We work on electric motors and electrical distribution on ships) and now an Electrical Engineering major, I can say that electric motors are commonly used in high-load applications because they are efficient at high speeds and low torque.
A diesel-electric train likely runs the electric motor at high speeds (1200+ rpm) and uses a gearing system for the necessary torque. Using the wheel of a vehicle as the rotor naturally precludes this option, and is therefore a terrible solution.
I certainly hope they don't eat shellfish or allow little people into the priesthood. And they better keep their slaves properly and sacrifice birds every time they have their period.
Oh ya, unlike the Onceler, hanging out a window and tossing candy to little boys.
Sadly, as much as I am wont to use it, there is no "-1 Retard." It would be inappropriate to misuse a different negative moderation for that purpose.
They could always just upgrade to a real gaming system.
No, it was a personal carrier, sir.
Education is free. Diplomas are not.
Really, I meant that it would follow the Jesus phone, as many argue that Islam largely followed historically from a Christian tradition.
A good ad would better emphasize the competition to the "Jesus Phone" idea.
They should call it the "Muhammad phone."
*ducks*
Apology accepted.
Wow.
I mean... just wow.
If there is anyone on Slashdot who is deserving, in the extreme, of their own criticism, it's you.
I mean... just wow.
Seeing as you clearly don't have a firm grasp of the English language, it is probably best in the future that you don't start off any arguments critiquing valid grammar choices. Being a non-native speaker is not a reasonable defense for you right now.
I wish you could mod people down for extremely painful grammatical errors.
Actually, we'd been bombing the mainland for a long time. McNamara did some of his best work doing statistical analysis to optimize bombing runs on the Japanese mainland to maximize casualties. Well, for a unusual definition of "best."
The nukes were a message to Russia, they did not end the war with Japan. The Empire war machine was destroyed already, and the nukes really did negligible damage to their infrastructure. They carried a hefty human toll, though, and should not have been used at all.
I've heard the Air Force referred to more than once as the Chair Force.
Ya, I would assume he's from Europe. I live in NYC, and getting any kind of cell service with any kind of reliability is not a realistic expectation.