Monderegal » 28 Jun 2022, 9:24 am » wrote: ↑
You have to figure that out philosophically. At least when you are theorizing about justice itself. It's not really punishment but when to distribute the punishment. There are many forms.

When to use stern language vs when to administer a beating...
It's very easy to "distribute" a talking-to punishment. The other, not so easy.
So, yes, it's about the punishment.
So, far you have defended maiming/crippling a person.
Now you say the punishment is merely an afterthought.
At least you attempted to veer back toward a Theory of Justice...
Please seat yourself.
I like the very things you hate.