In this weekly series, I explore thought-provoking ethical dilemmas drawn from Gregory Stock's The Book of Questions. These questions have no easy answers—only personal truths we must each confront in our own way. This Week's Question While out one day, you come upon your mother holding hands with someone who is obviously her lover. She … Continue reading Question of the Week #443
Adultery
The Soloist
Aria's bow danced across the violin strings, her slender fingers flying, auburn hair cascading over the polished wood instrument cradled against her shoulder. Each note rang out pure and crystalline, filling the vaulted concert hall. Row upon row of transfixed faces gazed up at the stage, held spellbound by the haunting melody the young soloist … Continue reading The Soloist
Question of the Week #23
While on a trip to another city, your spouse or significant other meets and spends a night with an exciting stranger. Given that they will never meet again, and that you will not otherwise learn of the incident, would you want your partner to tell you about it? If roles were reversed, would you reveal … Continue reading Question of the Week #23
The Confusing Middle 