02-27-2004, 08:14 AM
Socrates tried to convince us through reason that the virtuous life was best. Christianity told us that we'd go to hell without virtue and codified our behaviours. Which was more successful? The one that gave the sheep no choice. Faith and fear are much easier to promulgate than reason.
You know, I can't figure out if this is a slam against Christianity or a testament to it's importance....
You know, I can't figure out if this is a slam against Christianity or a testament to it's importance....