[steveklbnf]

Every ORM should allow for easily seeing the SQL queries which it is generated. With this, a discerning programmer is able to recreate the SQL calls as if it were the application, as well as often do an overview to make sure the SQL calls make sense and are efficient. If one keeps tabs on what is being generated, and understands what's going on behind the scenes, ORMs can be excellent for code readability.

Granted, I do appreciate the commentary and think the best point is that it is important to be able to know how to leverage the tools of your specific DBMS when appropriate. This is a huge thing that is often overlooked with novice programmers who jump into ORMs.