Some Objections | C. S. Lewis
Deep Dive into Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis - Some ObjectionsThe concept of the Moral Law, also referred to as the Law of Human Nature or the Rule of Decent Behaviour, faces two primary objections: that it is merely a complex instinct, such as the herd instinct, or that it is a social convention learned through education.The Moral Law cannot be reduced to instinct because instinct is defined as a strong want or desire to act in a certain way. While we may feel the desire to help someone (the herd instinct) and the desire to stay safe (self-preservation), the Moral Law is the third element…
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