“objective ethics (if there even is such a thing)” This just about sums up the confused, unanchored philosophy of this biologist(?). Just because you’re traumatized from the falsehoods of your youth, you still have no coherent philosophy. Perhaps you should check Maimonides, who is so often abused by your childish, unsophisticated invocations, and see if he agrees with this statement.
I”…In fact, 80% of the world’s nations eat insects. How can we say that it’s objectively disgusting…?”
The reason that 80% of the world’s nations eat insects is because animal protein is too expensive or unavailable. What do you think most folks in Africa would prefer eating, a juicy McDonalds cheeseburger or some greasy mixture of fried locusts, cockroaches and dung-beetles?
What racist ignorance? You simply impute racist motives where none exist. Did I say all African folks eat fried bugs or only most or some? I’m sure many middle class or wealthy Africans prefer a cheeseburger to bugs. But most can’t because they’re poor. You don’t see Atlanta residents eating bugs but many rural villages in Niger or Sudan do because they can’t afford the cheeseburger. What would you prefer for your daily protein nourishment — bugs or a burger.
Woah, Mr. Hypersensitive! Abra kadabra, pulling racism out of thin air! What is wrong with what UW is saying? What are Africans eating when they move to wealthier countries? Still cockroach sandwiches or do they upgrade their menus?
And people whose only dance is the lashon hora should sit one out. You talk about "Africans" like they are all the same. You are either lying yourself in wats which makes them appear disgusting or are wilfully ignorant and mindlessly spreading someone else's malicious lies. May the Almighty grant you the capacity to feel shame
No, dodo brain. I never said they are all the same. The French eat baguettes. That does not mean that ALL French eat baguettes. The Americans eat burgers. That does not mean that ALL Americans eat burgers. The Africans eat bugs. That does not mean that ALL Africans eat bugs. Seriously, what's wrong with you?
I checked in on what Paul Krugman might write, via chatgpt:
As a society, we have long held certain ethical beliefs about what is and is not acceptable to eat. For many of us, the idea of eating insects may seem disgusting and taboo. But why is this the case?
According to the work of Jonathan Haidt in his book The Righteous Mind, one of the primary drivers of our moral beliefs is our intuitive, emotional response to certain situations. In this case, our disgust at the thought of eating insects may be rooted in our primal, gut-level reaction to these creatures.
But just because something feels gross or unpleasant to us doesn't mean it's automatically wrong or unethical. So what are the real reasons why we should avoid eating insects?
First and foremost, insects are essential to the functioning of ecosystems. They play critical roles as pollinators, decomposers, and predators, and their loss could have devastating effects on the balance of nature.
Furthermore, the production of insect-based foods often involves questionable practices, such as the use of pesticides and the exploitation of vulnerable workers. These factors raise serious ethical concerns about the sustainability and fairness of insect-based agriculture.
Additionally, there are serious health risks associated with consuming insects. Many insects are carriers of diseases, and consuming them could potentially lead to the spread of these diseases to humans.
Given all of these factors, it is clear that the consumption of insects is not only disgusting, but also unethical. We have a moral obligation to protect the environment and the well-being of all living beings, including insects. It is time for us to consider the impact of our food choices and to choose more ethical and sustainable options.
“objective ethics (if there even is such a thing)” This just about sums up the confused, unanchored philosophy of this biologist(?). Just because you’re traumatized from the falsehoods of your youth, you still have no coherent philosophy. Perhaps you should check Maimonides, who is so often abused by your childish, unsophisticated invocations, and see if he agrees with this statement.
We love these thoughtful posts more than the contentious, factionalist style. These posts are you at your best.
This is an academic post: First comes the culture and then it's put into the Torah.
How dare you?! Marmite?! When it finally became Kosher again after years of abstinence, you go and disparage it?!
For shame!
And Hashem said so, so we do what He says.
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So how long and where were we practicing Kashrus then before it gets commanded to us in the Torah?
I”…In fact, 80% of the world’s nations eat insects. How can we say that it’s objectively disgusting…?”
The reason that 80% of the world’s nations eat insects is because animal protein is too expensive or unavailable. What do you think most folks in Africa would prefer eating, a juicy McDonalds cheeseburger or some greasy mixture of fried locusts, cockroaches and dung-beetles?
Your racist ignorance is noted and condembed
@Todd
What racist ignorance? You simply impute racist motives where none exist. Did I say all African folks eat fried bugs or only most or some? I’m sure many middle class or wealthy Africans prefer a cheeseburger to bugs. But most can’t because they’re poor. You don’t see Atlanta residents eating bugs but many rural villages in Niger or Sudan do because they can’t afford the cheeseburger. What would you prefer for your daily protein nourishment — bugs or a burger.
You’re a woke fool.
Woah, Mr. Hypersensitive! Abra kadabra, pulling racism out of thin air! What is wrong with what UW is saying? What are Africans eating when they move to wealthier countries? Still cockroach sandwiches or do they upgrade their menus?
And people whose only dance is the lashon hora should sit one out. You talk about "Africans" like they are all the same. You are either lying yourself in wats which makes them appear disgusting or are wilfully ignorant and mindlessly spreading someone else's malicious lies. May the Almighty grant you the capacity to feel shame
No, dodo brain. I never said they are all the same. The French eat baguettes. That does not mean that ALL French eat baguettes. The Americans eat burgers. That does not mean that ALL Americans eat burgers. The Africans eat bugs. That does not mean that ALL Africans eat bugs. Seriously, what's wrong with you?
I checked in on what Paul Krugman might write, via chatgpt:
As a society, we have long held certain ethical beliefs about what is and is not acceptable to eat. For many of us, the idea of eating insects may seem disgusting and taboo. But why is this the case?
According to the work of Jonathan Haidt in his book The Righteous Mind, one of the primary drivers of our moral beliefs is our intuitive, emotional response to certain situations. In this case, our disgust at the thought of eating insects may be rooted in our primal, gut-level reaction to these creatures.
But just because something feels gross or unpleasant to us doesn't mean it's automatically wrong or unethical. So what are the real reasons why we should avoid eating insects?
First and foremost, insects are essential to the functioning of ecosystems. They play critical roles as pollinators, decomposers, and predators, and their loss could have devastating effects on the balance of nature.
Furthermore, the production of insect-based foods often involves questionable practices, such as the use of pesticides and the exploitation of vulnerable workers. These factors raise serious ethical concerns about the sustainability and fairness of insect-based agriculture.
Additionally, there are serious health risks associated with consuming insects. Many insects are carriers of diseases, and consuming them could potentially lead to the spread of these diseases to humans.
Given all of these factors, it is clear that the consumption of insects is not only disgusting, but also unethical. We have a moral obligation to protect the environment and the well-being of all living beings, including insects. It is time for us to consider the impact of our food choices and to choose more ethical and sustainable options.
Rabbi Slifkin. Did you use the chat AI to write yoir post?
Seriously? And what are you implying by that question? And by the way, you should check your spelling before posting anything.
“…and Marmite” 😂
Don’t all Commandments become ethical issues under this broad definition of ethics?