Biblical Investigation
Ethical Behavior As It Relates To The Bible
Leviticus 19:11 "Don't steal. Don't lie. Don't deceive anyone.” I consider this passage to be a moral aspect of all business ethics. As owners, stockholders, or consumers we do not want to be lied to or provided with false information about anything that will lead us to invest our time, money, and/or purchasing a particular product. The same goes for stealing as well. No one wants to have anything taken away from them without their consent or knowledge. Trust is the key to all success. This benefits me with my own personal ethics because it is a reminder that that God does not want us to lie or testify against our neighbors without cause. If we do, we will face consequences.
Leviticus 19:13 "Don't exploit your friend or rob him. Don't hold back the wages of a hired hand overnight.” This one is similar to the passage spoken in Leviticus 19:11 but I think it relates more directly to the fact that as part of business ethics we should not discourage anyone from doing something they want to do. Do not take anything away from anyone. Also, do not take advantage of others skills and make sure they are compensated accordingly for their time worked. Being fair to others is essential. I think I can use this for my own personal ethics to remind myself to treat others fairly and act to them in ways that I would want to be treated.
Malachi 3:8 "Begin by being honest. Do honest people rob God? But you rob me day after day.” Again, this passage is similar to the other two but offers a more specific viewpoint. In relation to business ethics being honest is imperative to gain the trust of others directly in the workplace and also that of clients and consumers for the success of future business. We must think not only about the present but the future as well. Intentionally misinforming others about business related ideas or falsely answering any questions is unethical and not what God wants from us. Being straightforward about issues
Leviticus 19:11 "Don't steal. Don't lie. Don't deceive anyone.” I consider this passage to be a moral aspect of all business ethics. As owners, stockholders, or consumers we do not want to be lied to or provided with false information about anything that will lead us to invest our time, money, and/or purchasing a particular product. The same goes for stealing as well. No one wants to have anything taken away from them without their consent or knowledge. Trust is the key to all success. This benefits me with my own personal ethics because it is a reminder that that God does not want us to lie or testify against our neighbors without cause. If we do, we will face consequences.
Leviticus 19:13 "Don't exploit your friend or rob him. Don't hold back the wages of a hired hand overnight.” This one is similar to the passage spoken in Leviticus 19:11 but I think it relates more directly to the fact that as part of business ethics we should not discourage anyone from doing something they want to do. Do not take anything away from anyone. Also, do not take advantage of others skills and make sure they are compensated accordingly for their time worked. Being fair to others is essential. I think I can use this for my own personal ethics to remind myself to treat others fairly and act to them in ways that I would want to be treated.
Malachi 3:8 "Begin by being honest. Do honest people rob God? But you rob me day after day.” Again, this passage is similar to the other two but offers a more specific viewpoint. In relation to business ethics being honest is imperative to gain the trust of others directly in the workplace and also that of clients and consumers for the success of future business. We must think not only about the present but the future as well. Intentionally misinforming others about business related ideas or falsely answering any questions is unethical and not what God wants from us. Being straightforward about issues