The dangers of a society devoid of moral principles from "summary" of The Abolition of Man by C. S. Lewis
In our modern society, there is a growing tendency to reject the idea of objective moral principles. This rejection is often seen as a mark of intellectual maturity, a sign that one is no longer bound by the constraints of outdated religious or cultural beliefs. However, I would argue that this dismissal of moral principles poses a grave danger to our society. When we abandon the concept of moral absolutes, we open the door to a world where anything goes. Without a firm foundation of moral principles to guide our actions, we are left adrift in a sea of relativism, where right and wrong become mere matters of personal opinion. This leads to a society where individuals are free to pursue their own selfish desires without regard for the well-being of others. Furthermore, the rejection of moral prin...
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