Hinduism is the most moraly superior religion (official religions only) [SHARED BOP]

Thanks for the interesting topic. I login very occasionally here now, but it was a surprise when I saw a topic claiming to be defending Hinduism, it was meant for me. Even though Pro seems to realize that Hinduism is a very vague term for describing the worldview and ethical theory of Hinduism, since there are vast schools of thoughts in various sects and sub-religions of Hinduism; I’d request him to show what sect or school he is particularly defending and if possible cite Wikipedia link which would be helpful as a well accepted source for a general study of Hindu theologies. I will rebut the case of hindu ethical theory in next rounds. If his case does not correspond with the Veda and Upnishad, then I will fairly assume his case to be a secular humanism ethics if I just remove belief in god from his list. Ethical Norms in the Bible are absolute in the sense that they are divine commands from an absolute authority (God) and that they possess eternal validity (James 1:17). [This is “ethical absolutism” which holds that norms are universal and apply to conducts of all human beings in all times.] A Christian perspective should only be founded on absolutism, or objectivism as opposed to relativism. Moral relativism holds that there are not objective values in morality. Humans invent the answers of moral questions, rather than apprehending the objective moral truths just as we discover and apprehend the physical objective reality. Objective moral values and duties hold that the action is right or wrong independent of the human beliefs and decision about it. Moral Ontology is the field concerning the nature and foundation of Moral values. I will be concerned more about moral ontology instead of moral epistemology, which asks about “what is right or wrong and how do we know them”. Like the list of good works (honesty faithfulness etc) as Pro has given, I don’t think that is very relevant on the debate, as most of us generally agree on all those good virtues. But the greater question should rather be “WHY” we ought to obey that list of virtues instead of going by our own mind and desire? Source of Objective moral values or OMV: As earlier stated the moral values are objectively abiding on all humans in all places and time. In Divine Command theory, Christian philosophy holds that God is perfect, Holy and good by his nature, and his commands or moral law is reflection of his perfectly good character. Whatever God commanded in his moral law is good by its nature, and obviously since God is perfectly Holy and the paradigm of goodness, he can’t command any evil. What is foundation of Christian ethics? a. For Christians, norms are founded on the character that reflect the will of God. While individuals should always seek direct guidance from God, the objective and unchanging source of norms which helps us to discern the will of God is the Bible – The Word of God. This is the foundation of Christian ethics. b. The Christian ethic is vastly different from the ethic of the society which is characterized by: (1) Ethical relativism. It denies the existence of absolute moral rules. Today’s society believes that all norms are “relative”; they can and will be changed with the changes in cultural beliefs and preferences. In reaction, Christians must not compromise their principles and must not be afraid to ride against the tide of popular opinion or political correctness (Ro 12:2; 1Co 3:19; Col 2:8; Jas 4:4).(2) Secular Humanism (the religion of today’s society). With the motto of “Man is the measure of all things,” man makes himself God. In reaction, Christians must reject such devious philosophy and insist that God is our guide in life and the sovereign Lord of the universe.(3) Culture of death. Secular humanism preaches a culture of death which supports and glorifies death (2Co11:14), including abortion, euthanasia, homosexuality (which leads to much shorter lives). But the Bible is about life. It is pro-life. The objective of God’s Word is to lead to salvation and eternal life (Jn 20:31). The Bible does not speak of eternal life as only in the future; we already have it here in the present. God wants us to live not only a full future life but also a full present life (Jn 10:10). A real Christian (not a nominal one) has no choice but to emphasize the sanctity (sacredness) of life. I think this would suffice for now. Let us move on next rounds.