Smith makes an evolutionary observation that the continuation and propagation of the species depends entirely on the affection of the parent for the child, not the child for the parent, which Roberts connects to the Ten Commandments commanding us to honor our parents but not to love our children—because the natural affection toward children need not be commanded.
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Dan KleinEvidence Quote
“in the 10 Commandments it says you should honor your parents. He says that but he says it doesn't tell you to love your your children.”
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Dan Klein on The Theory of Moral Sentiments, Episode 4--A Discussion of Part III 04/29/2009— EconTalkCreated: 6/15/2026, 9:36:51 AM
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