Discuss the historical origins and religious implications of the concept of conception being considered the beginning of life. Also, explore the relationship between contraception and economic factors such as a living wage. Finally, mention Benedict's views on this topic.
Were they gravely siful when Augustine of Hippo used them? Until the idiot (Pius IX) became pope, conception was not even regarded as the beginning of life. Using it reflects the evil that couples must use such things because a living wage is not guaranteed. Benedict tied Humanae Vitae into Caritas in Vetitate and I have to agree with him on that.