The Nature of Human Beings
…arvation, exhaustion, and sickness. But intoxicants such as alcohol and drugs can destroy all these qualities. An intoxicated person is capable of Appalling acts, even attacking, harming, or killing his parent…
…ty. Lastly, it warns against the consumption of intoxicants, arguing that these diminish our higher qualities and conscience. Adherence to these precepts is essential for maintaining our human nature. The Five…