Let's make this birthday one to remember.

83 years old (Born on May 30, 1941)

Happy birthday to the legendary philosopher, James Rachels! Surely your commitment toward animal rights and ethics has given philosophers everywhere paws—sorry—a pause for thought. Your works remind us that morality isn't just theoretical; it matters deeply—even down to how we treat fluffy companions who quietly judge our choices.

Your timeless book "The Elements of Moral Philosophy" continues enlightening our ethics (and confusing philosophy students worldwide!). Today we briefly put aside philosophical dilemmas on utilitarianism or cultural relativism—and instead wish you a joyful day filled with laughter, cake, and hopefully minimal existential crises. Cheers to another thoughtful revolution around the sun!