There is an important distinction between sins of commission (the evil action) and sins of omission (the evil failure to act). Note how reference to both is included in this familiar liturgical confession: We have offended against thy holy laws. We have left undone those things which we ought to have done; And we have […]
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Watching Borrowed Time
This brand new Pixar short is a poignant, heart-wrenching exploration of pain, loss, guilt, grief, regret, meaning, and a few other things, all in an austere and dramatic desert landscape and in under seven minutes! It’s available now for a limited time on Vimeo. (But be warned, this is not for younger children.) You’re welcome!
Does the legal system produce knowledge of guilt? A response to Clamat’s confusion
Clamat wrote: “The law has never aimed to establish the truth – that’s the province of scientists and philosophers.” I responded directly as follows: “That’s a ridiculous statement!” And if that seemed rather strong I then went on to explain: “Of course the legal system is designed to get at the truth. The aim is that […]
