We were presented with a moral dilemma, and after consulting emotion, religion, culture, and reasoning, we have come to the conclusion that they should not get married.
Naturally, emotion will tell the two that that should get married, because they think that they are in love. But at the same time, the two have strong emotions towards their family, so their love for their family will tell them not to get married.
As for religion and culture, they strongly forbid the union of the two. It is not allowed by Islamic Law for a Muslim woman to wed a Christian, thus their marriage will not be tolerated. Religion plays a significant role in shaping the ideals and morals of a culture, therefore culture will not tolerate the marriage as well.
They make each other happy, therefore they should get married according to reasoning, because people should pursue happiness. On the other hand, if they decide to get married, society and family will shun them, and the two will have no sense of belonging, creating an identity crisis. In this instance, reasoning dictates that they should not get married.
Scoring:
+ = should get married - = should not get married
Tally:
Emotion + -
Religion/Culture -
Reasoning + -
3 > 2, therefore they should not get married.
Samar Al Ansari and other group members
Grade 12
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