Yes, It is an interesting thread. I am enjoying it and learning more about the history of Middle-earth because of your contributions.
For those that would like to know the book that I am reading and what got me thinking about this topic, I have typed out the details below.
The Quest for a Moral Compass - A Global History of Ethics - by Kenan Malik (2014)
In this remarkable and groundbreaking book, Kenan Malik explores the history of moral thought as it has developed over three millennia, from Homer's Greece, to Mao's China, from ancient India to modern America. It tells the stories of the great philosophers, and breaths life into their ideas, while also challenging many of our most cherished moral beliefs.
Engaging and provocative, The Quest for a Moral Compass confronts some of humanity's deepest questions. Where do values come from? Is God necessary for moral guidance? Are there absolute moral truths? It also brings down to earth, showing how, throughout history, social needs and political desires have shaped moral thinking. It is a history of the world through the history of moral thought, and a history of moral thought that casts new light on history.
Cheers,
Kurt
Statistics: Posted by Kurt — Sun May 22, 2016 10:46 pm