Thomas wrote:OmSigDAVID wrote:Can u tell us anything at all
of how u reached your fundamental, axiomatic decision
concerning the equality of all lives ?
Not in detail, but it had to do with being impressed by this ancient document saying "we hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are
created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain
unalinable rights, and that among these rights are
life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
Thank u, Thomas.
I believe that I understand somewhat better now.
With your permission,
may I offer these thoughts, for your consideration,
concerning Jefferson 's philosophy ?
1 ) That men were CREATED equal does not mean
that thay remain that way; hence,
one man will drink himself into an early grave and destitution,
whereas another may be more attentive
and live a longer and wealthier life; ( this is unequal ).
2 ) Some of their rights ( e.g.: life ) may be unalienable,
meaning that the owner of the right cannot legally sell it, nor give it away,
and if he sells it or gives it away, the courts will not enforce the contract;
HOWEVER: that does not mean that those rights are absolute and
immune to forfeiture. For instance, if the owner commits murders
and robberies, his life and his liberty might be forfeited.
May I observe that altho I do not agree with some of your philosophical conclusions,
I enjoy your mind, and your ability to reason.
It is refreshing.
That applies also to Walter.
David
