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| − | '''Coercion''' is a form of physical [[deceit]], whereby one attempts to force his will upon another person. Coercion, where it leads to a material benefit to the coercer, is illegal, and the [[law]] will not honor a contract formed through coercion. Some types of coercion, like [[blackmail]], carry [[criminal]] penalties. | + | '''Coercion''' is a form of physical [[deceit]], whereby one attempts to force his will upon another person. Coercion, where it leads to a material benefit to the coercer, is illegal, and the [[law]] will not honor a contract formed through coercion. Some types of coercion, like [[blackmail]], carry [[criminal]] penalties. |
As a form of theft, coercion is prohibited by the [[Ten Commandments]]. | As a form of theft, coercion is prohibited by the [[Ten Commandments]]. | ||
[[Category:Sin]] | [[Category:Sin]] | ||
Revision as of 20:12, July 20, 2010
Coercion is a form of physical deceit, whereby one attempts to force his will upon another person. Coercion, where it leads to a material benefit to the coercer, is illegal, and the law will not honor a contract formed through coercion. Some types of coercion, like blackmail, carry criminal penalties.
As a form of theft, coercion is prohibited by the Ten Commandments.