I read this piece and thought it was okay, although I am not fully convinced: http://www.strongatheism.net/library/phi..._morality/
I understand how morals come from the basic desire we have to preserve ourselves and our wellbeing. Society could not exist without morals, and ideally morals protect and enhance our flourishing physically and psychologically.
But what is the basis for valuing life at all? Certainly society will prevent a serial killer from murdering anymore people if (s)he is restrained. But what makes her killing wrong? Why should anyone value life and wellbeing?
I understand how morals come from the basic desire we have to preserve ourselves and our wellbeing. Society could not exist without morals, and ideally morals protect and enhance our flourishing physically and psychologically.
But what is the basis for valuing life at all? Certainly society will prevent a serial killer from murdering anymore people if (s)he is restrained. But what makes her killing wrong? Why should anyone value life and wellbeing?
