MORALIZATION OF GAMBLING: A PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVE

[elvis mallion]

Moralization of gambling is a critical and philosophical topic to write or talk about. Some scholars or opinion viewers believe there is no moral justification for moralizing gambling because of the damaging effects on young people especially when it comes to addiction lack of concentration. Others argue that the economic value of it in an era of unemployment and penury justifies why gambling should be justified and moralized in our time more than any other thing. What's your position and opinions on this please?

[Zed0X]

I personally see no point in arguing about the morality of gambling. What's clear to me is that it's like a double edged sword. On one end, it helps the Government through the taxes and license fees they collect from these establishments. On the other, more people would need to bet and lose. The same people who might end up as beneficiaries of Government aids/handouts.

[SmartGold01]

Gambling has been since the existence of man and there was nothing wrong with it and whenever people don't apply the importance of gambling and the disadvantage of it you see them becoming worse in gambling, if we can only follow the instructions and maintain safe gambling practice then there is nothing to worry about. Though due some occurrences and people wasn't able to control their gambling practices leading them to gambling addiction made some countries and religion to place ban on gambling activities because some fellow are putting their lifetime trust into gambling without knowing that gambling doesn't work that way. If we only take gambling as an entertainment purposes then wouldn't see it as something bad than taking as the only means of income which may like caused serious damages to our lives.

[Rruchi man]

What's your position and opinions on this please?

My opinion is that everyone has a right to hold any view they have towards gambling, but they should all act accordingly. If you feel that gambling is immoral, then it is best you stay away from it and avoid anything that will make you or get you involved in it against your religion, faith, or personal principles. If you perceive gambling as immoral, hold your opinion without judging others whose opinion and view towards gambling is that it is something moral.

[libert19]

...Others argue that the economic value of it in an era of unemployment and penury justifies why gambling should be justified and moralized in our time more than any other thing. What's your position and opinions on this please?

What economic value are we talking about here? On employment and penury, gambling only makes these situations worse, and gambling has power to destroy even a well off financial person.

[Didia Sofunichi]

...Others argue that the economic value of it in an era of unemployment and penury justifies why gambling should be justified and moralized in our time more than any other thing. What's your position and opinions on this please?

What economic value are we talking about here? On employment and penury, gambling only makes these situations worse, and gambling has power to destroy even a well off financial person.

Gambling no doubt have caused more harm than good. All the gamblers I know have regrets, had I known and they are more likely to discourage family and friends from having anything to do with gambling.

When you visit bet shops around your neighbourhood you see pain and anger on the faces of so many gamblers who have become the victims of the cruelty of gambling

[Itxmacwilliamz]

My opinion however borders on the vulnerability on humans as preys of gambling, exploiting dreams and hopes for financial gain. From my philosophical point of view ot is a regressive tax on the poor, fueling addiction and destroying lives, targeting individuals such as low-income communities and those with mental health issues further fueling compulsive behaviour. Leading to financial ruin and personal devastation and the social economy at large contributing to family problems, crime and mental health concerns. In a nutshell the consequences of gambling outweighs its benefits of mere high hopes and potential winnings, making it a morally questionable activity. Making it considerable priority to regulate individual and societal well-being and those affected by the aforesaid gambling.

[bitterguy28]

I personally see no point in arguing about the morality of gambling. What's clear to me is that it's like a double edged sword.

yeah i just feel like it’s neither right or wrong it depends a lot on the context for example if it’s a minor doing it then it’s wrong but as an adult, and a responsible one, there should be no problem with it

it’s how people use it it’s just an activity and it’s up to you to determine how it will affect your life

[electronicash]

its just that most of us gamblers justify it by saying we do it for entertainment. the game of change always give the thrill when it comes to entertainment.

if you are having fun riding a motorcycle because of the feeling that you are free as a bird. some are doing it to the extreme by making the motorcycle jump and do some stunts while flying. i guess the entertainment of just watching sports is more fun when we wager for the winning team.

[libert19]

.. Others argue that the economic value of it in an era of unemployment and penury justifies why gambling should be justified and moralized in our time more than any other thing. What's your position and opinions on this please?

Lol, that's bullshit justification.

Honestly, I don't think gambling has any pros whatsoever, the best way it can be taken is as entertainment, that's it.

[Kemarit]

What's your position and opinions on this please?

This has been debated already and so I don't think there is right or wrong answer here. For me it depends on yourself, it's the gambler's mindset that can answer this. I mean if you are a gamble and still being a good husband and provide food in the table for you family and gambling to have some fun and your religion allows it then go for it.

The thing is that when gamblers become addicted and out of control and now only causing havor to them, but to their immediate love ones. I'm a gambler but I know my limits. Been a gambling addict before but I just snap in time and learn to prioritized things in life.

[0t3p0t]

I personally see no point in arguing about the morality of gambling. What's clear to me is that it's like a double edged sword. On one end, it helps the Government through the taxes and license fees they collect from these establishments. On the other, more people would need to bet and lose. The same people who might end up as beneficiaries of Government aids/handouts.

One of the best comments I have read that directly applies to what had happened here in my country wherein the governments hypocrisy on the war against POGO operation and still they allowed gambling to operate due to the fact that it gives life to the government funds while causing chaos to those who are victims of the said operation which involves a lot of crimes including kidnapping, scams and any other illegal activities tied to gambling. And I can attest to that people who receive government aids are mostly the one who are involved to this easy money scheme.