LEV737 In The Special Laws (3.46-50), Philo raises an argument which can be relevant in developing a Jewish bio-medical view "according to nature." Using the prohibition of (this verse) and Deuteronomy 22:9–11 against mixing diverse types of seeds/fabrics/animals as the basis for his discussion, Philo establishes the reason for this prohibition in three separate arguments. Each argument, however, is related to the basic "according to nature" view. First, one who mixes different species "will be punished as an offender against the decree of nature, who is careful to preserve the primary species without adulteration." Second, Philo relates this "mixing" as a biblical euphemism against "unlawful forms of intercourse" and to prohibit the introduction of "monsters of the kind that may be expected to spring from such abominations." Finally, Philo argues that "even people who care little for seemliness would not continue to use (these animals)… because they no longer will serve a purpose in life, their survival, even if it is turned to some account, is just a superfluity, 'cumbering the earth, as the poet puts it." Homer, The Odyssey, 20. 379. 46 This final reason unlike the first two raises a new consideration. To Philo nature has a purpose and creation is unique. Even if the purpose of the new "creation" is profit yielding, the creation must serve human life or be judged "clutter." Though Philo is speaking about a primitive bio-medical technique only vaguely similar to modern bio-medical technology, but (sic) the principle which he raises can be applied in bio-medical and modern scientific ethical consideration.