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dweller

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4. I'm glad you agree

Reply to Judi Lynn (Reply #2)

Wed Feb 13, 2019, 12:21 AM

Feb 2019

after all, a certain amount of rebellion is expected with each new generation against the status quo entrenched so called 'superior' ...
yet most cultures have some respect for elders and the wisdom and traditions they pass on and inspire in the oncoming generation...
a "superior" is a term that could mean anyone placed in a position of power that's not necessarily earned, but an elder has earned the title due to the age they have acquired naturally by surviving ...

just my opinion, ymmv

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Seven moral rules found all around the world [View all] Judi Lynn Feb 2019 OP

defer to superiors ? dweller Feb 2019 #1

That went through my mind, too. I recalled the bible said "honor thy father & thy mother," I think. Judi Lynn Feb 2019 #2

I'm glad you agree dweller Feb 2019 #4

I would hope. 2naSalit Feb 2019 #3

So socialism is a logical extension of the human condition? I'd agree. mjvpi Feb 2019 #5