Missing the point

It seems that the ultra Orthodox, in their quest for purity, are missing the critical point. It isn't the technology that leads to sinful behavior -- something called "personal responsibility" should be the prime consideration.

Computers, televisions, cell phones, and the like are all dumb devices. They only do what you tell them. You want to avoid temptation? Then avoid temptation. If you have to rely on the device stopping you from following down the path of sin, then temptation is not the problem. You might want to reevaluate whether or not the problem lies a little deeper than not text messaging on Shabbat.

However this does prove to be a fantastic opportunity for the rabbis:

More than 10,000 numbers for phone sex, dating services and other offerings are blocked. A team of rabbinical overseers makes sure the list is up to date.

Gotta keep those rabbis dialing to find number 10,001! "No honey. It's to keep the flock in line, strictly G-d's work... I swear!"