The Curb of the Law: A Voter’s Guide to the Ten Commandments.

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Introduction If we remember anything from our catechism, we remember the three functions of the law. “A curb to keep society in order, a mirror to show us our sin, and a guide for Christian service to our neighbor.” But what does it mean that the law is a curb for society? We know well the second function, the law brings us to despair of our own goodness and pride. We know fairly well the third function, that the law shows us the contours of our vocation and directs our love for God and neighbor. But what about the first use? What does it mean that the law is a curb for society?

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Email concerning Age of Accountablity

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Dear Esteemed and Illustrious Hosts: I am always struck by the questions regarding the age of accountability and the wonder that people have when they learn that it is not found in Scripture. Many would be surprised to learn that it is an ancient legal doctrine developed to address the issue of children who commit crimes or civil torts. I reproduce here for the benefit of your listeners a Section II of Volume IV of the 17th Century Commentaries of WIlliam Blackstone on the common law of England which forms the basis for our American law system.

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