Rating Quote by Cecil O. Samuelson
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““[U]nder “Entertainment and the Media” there is no specific mention of any rating system. This is not to be interpreted that the Church approves of R-rated or any other inappropriate movies. It is simply a recognition that there is increasingly great risk in tying ourselves to any rating system. Those that have been historically safe to use are not so anymore. Rating systems are constantly in a state of flux. Second, the rating system used in the United States does not apply to all parts of the world. As an international church, our people need to be taught principles they can apply no matter where they live. There has been a general coarsening of media standards throughout the world. In my home there are many shows on television that we simply do not watch.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Church Leadership Conference, 2015
The quote warns against relying on fixed media rating systems because they vary globally and become outdated, urging principles that work everywhere.
In simple terms: Avoid fixed rating systems; use universal principles.
Key Takeaway
Teach adaptable media guidelines.
Themes
media
culture
globalization
principles
Mood
cautious
thoughtful
Type
advisory
ethical
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- family media choices
- international ministry
- policy development
Key Concepts
rating systems
cultural relativism
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches develop media guidelines that respect cultural differences?
- What universal principles can guide media consumption?
A Different Perspective
Rating systems can be subjective and may not reflect individual content quality.
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