Morality and Law

We begin this es claim with a word about exemption- it is cherish by those who possess it and yearned for by those who have nevertheless to experience it. N matchlesstheless, immunity carries with it a high level of responsibility- perhaps not only to wed the letter of the law, further also to pursue one and only(a)s freedom with whatever level of civility or honourables. Therein lies the paradox- where should the furrow, if any(prenominal), be wasted between moral philosophy and law. In this essay, several controversial topics which toe the line between legality and religion give be presented and discussed in the hopes of draught some valid conclusions about this issue.DrugsIf it is safe to say that legally positivist and utilized drugs be accepted by all but the most staunch of phantasmal zealots, it is also safe to say that extralegally positively charged drugs, street drugs and the abuse of any drug is considered meanspirited, but not by all. In some parts of the arena, certain drugs that would land someone in jail in other nations are legally and socially accepted. This particular in itself brings to light an interesting perspective on the issue of morality and law- how closely related is law and morality?In the case of drugs, the consanguinity seems to be somewhat disjointed in some instances, because unlawful drugs are quite literally one of the largest industries in the civilized world. This kindle be interpreted as proof that everything that is illegal is not necessarily viewed as immoral as well as a receptive example of the dynamic between the expression of freedom and the violation of the rights of others, for any freedom, if it harms innocent pack through its exercise, needs to be reevaluated for the common dangerous (Peach, 2002).AlcoholWhen speaking of alcoholic drinkic drink, the very topic is in itself enigmatic for all intents and purposes, alcohol can be classified as a drug because of its competency to alte r the senses, distort perceptions, and attract the abuser into a spiral of addiction. However, it is considered by the vast majority of the world to be a legal drug, which is to say that it is legal for those of established age to buy, sell, and use alcohol.When left to ones own devices, the use, purchase or sale of alcohol can be illegal for example, the operation of motor vehicles while under the influence of alcohol is illegal, as is the sale/purchase of it to/by underage or visibly impaired individuals. Additionally, any use of alcohol is considered morally wrong by many religious/ethical groups. Therefore, in alcohol, we see the embodiment of the morality/legality argument- some things are legal in some cases, illegal in others, but also reviled in many circles in any circumstance (Peach, 2002).ProstitutionRegarded as the worlds oldest profession, prostitution in one form or another has existed since in that respect has been something of value for which one military personnel being could offer sexual favors to another. In the 21st century, we see a world where prostitution is legal in some nations/parts of nations, and illegal in others. In the nations where it is legal, it would be assumed that this is so due to the moral tolerance of the masses to allow such a practice. In a nation like the United States, where very few states allow prostitution, a moral divide exists between advocates and opponents. Therefore, an interesting point emerges- the possibility that in many cases, societal norms dictate the letter of the law. When the majority opposes or supports something, or takes no action either way, laws, it can be said, reflect the leave of the majority itself (Peach, 2002).Pornography Pornography is yet another illustration of the will of the people to dictate the law, but with a twist- very few people publicly support soot as something which is good for the general society, yet it is allowed to exist as something legal in many jurisdictions as pro spicient as certain universal rules are not violated, such as the use of children in pornography, abuse of innocent victims, etc.In this instance, it is likely that the tolerance of pornography as something legal, yet immoral has as much to do with the credit line of money on the part of those who benefit financially from pornography as it does with the prurient interests of the public at large. People who wish to have something immoral because they like it are often times more prone to snub the bigger picture of the detriment to society that something like pornography represents. interior(prenominal) ViolenceViolence against ones own family members is illegal/immoral in some societies, and not in others- why is this so? The main reason is associated with religious beliefs. In theocratic nations, where religious leaders dictate policy and law, there are those cases where the abuse of a wife by a keep up, for example, is tolerated if the husband feels it necessary, whereas the abu se of children is almost universally reviled (Peach, 2002). An interesting point emerges in this situation- the author of morality in some cases to shape the word of law.ConclusionIn this essay, we have seen that morality and law are in some cases exclusive of each other, related in others. Still further, each of these in some situations can overtake the other due to societal norms, religion, etc. Whatever the case, in conclusion, one point has become abundantly clear based upon this research- morality cannot everlastingly be legislated, nor will morality always make the best laws. by chance the issue of freedom, which began the essay, is a fitting final word- without freedom, the human race suffers, but with it, suffering can also become rampant. It is the responsibility of the people of the world to exercise freedom-with restraint.ReferencesPeach, L. (2002). Legislating Morality Pluralism and Religious Identity in Lawmaking. NewYork Oxford University Press.