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    Supports→Jonathan Edwards argues that the heinousness of sin scales with the dignity of the one sinned against, not merely the temporal length of the harmful act.

    Moral wrongs are relational: stealing from a beggar and stealing from a king involve identical temporal acts but radically different moral injuries based on what's owed each party.

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    Moral injury(as used in ethics)
    The ethical harm or wrongdoing caused by an action—how badly someone is actually hurt or wronged by what you did.
    Relational
    # Relational "Relational" means focusing on how things connect to and depend on each other, rather than looking at them in isolation. For example, a relational approach to understanding a person considers their family, friends, work, and community—not just their individual traits. In everyday use, it emphasizes that meaning, value, and identity often come from relationships and interactions rather than existing completely on their own.
    What's owed(as used in ethics)
    The duties, respect, or treatment that someone deserves based on their situation or status; what they have a right to expect from others.
    moral wrongs(in ethics)
    Actions or events that violate ethical principles and cause harm or injustice to someone.

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