14 January 2009

Questions to ask about a technology

These questions based on the work of Jaques Ellul, are definitely worth reflecting on as part of our work of cultural reflection. The headings are; ecological; social; practical; moral; ethical; vocational; metaphysical; political; and aesthetic.
Here are some of the questions from the section headed 'ecological'.
Letters from a Skeptic by Gregory A. Boyd: "What are its effects on the health of the planet and of the person?
Does it preserve or destroy biodiversity?
Does it preserve or reduce ecosystem integrity?
What are its effects on the land?"

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