In his book, Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis stated that: “human beings, all over the earth, have this curious idea that they ought to behave in a certain way, and cannot get rid of it” (8). He said this as a way to describe what he calls the “Moral Law”. Throughout Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis discuses what he believes to be a law of morals, which he claims all humans know about. This “Moral Law” would be any time in life when we question ourselves as to whether something is right or wrong.
So, the “Moral Law” is supposedly what we base most of our decisions on. It is a conscience which lets us know what is right and what is wrong. C. S. Lewis would also add that behind this law “you find out more about God” (29). We in some way, every day, must answer to this law based off of our actions. However, is this idea of a “Moral Law” correct? For all we know C. S. Lewis could be leading us down the completely wrong path. So, is there in fact, a universally held “Moral Law” that all humans sense, or is this idea just something C. S. Lewis made-up?
I think you did a really good job of introducing your paper topic. You have not yet revealed what your opinion is, which is good, because that comes later in the paper. I found that to be a challenging aspect of this assignment, but you did a great job with it. I think you may be able to elaborate a little more, but I was definately drawn in by your first two paragraphs and I'm interested to find out what the rest of the paper will contain.
ReplyDeleteNice Intro. But I felt I wasn't hooked in. Maybe try to find words that really "aw" people so it can be more... engageing? I hope this is helpful :D
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Hey Sarah! nice start! If you really wanted to get into opposing sides on the matter, look up anb evolutionists view on survival instinct. Many scientists who study evolution say that we developed right and wrong so that we could work together and thus, increase chances of survival. Good job!
ReplyDeleteSarah!!!! Your topic is so interesting! I like how you are not just taking C.S Lewis for his word but instead looking for and answer for yourself! Great! I was a little confused by your statement that "C.S Lewis could be leading us down the completely wrong path"? But Im excited to see what you discover and how you decide to answer the questions!! :))
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