Assuming Quote by Frank Turek
“To put it simply, when you assert that there is such a thing as evil, you must assume there is such a thing as good. When you say there is such a thing as good, you must assume there is a moral law by which to distinguish between good and evil.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Case for Christ, William Lane Craig, 1998
Good and evil are defined only by reference to a moral standard; asserting one presupposes the other and a law to judge them.
In simple terms: Good and evil need a moral law to be defined.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the need for a moral framework.
Themes
ethics
duality
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
theoretical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- theological debate
- ethical education
- personal moral decision making
Key Concepts
moral law
binary opposition
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept an objective moral law?
- How does this affect your view of evil?
A Different Perspective
Without a shared moral law, the concepts become subjective.
