Tag: Individuals

  • Does having knowledge of evil cause a person to commit evil?

    Does having knowledge of evil cause a person to commit evil?

    One thing, though, is the repeated attempt toward good and the desire for such. Yes, one does think of finally having arrived at a place, to a state of solution from which evil no longer rises. Philosophers have wanted that; religious texts speak of it. Both of these in the ideas of Utopia, of Paradise, or of Heaven (Hell, even,…

  • The value of having a fluid mind to interact with a diversity of people

    The value of having a fluid mind to interact with a diversity of people

    Is peace a valid goal to have?  In the short term, it may not seem so.  In the long term, it is one of the ultimate desires.  The end of a war, the start of a conversation – it will all make sense if there is peace at the end of it.  If peace is […]

  • 1 – Aadhar – The belief in the possibility of a good, honest society

    1 – Aadhar – The belief in the possibility of a good, honest society

    To avoid distraction, I have placed a note in the footer. Please read it first, if you wish, to gain perspective about this presentation. The nature of humans and the nature of government: It would seem that by now we would be absolutely clear about these two matters.  As it turns out, we are not.  […]

  • Keeping the thrill of technology in proper perspective to regain control in communication

    Keeping the thrill of technology in proper perspective to regain control in communication

    People seek thrill.  To fulfill that pursuit they look for adventure.  We all happen to be in a world right now where the next adventure is as close as our mobile phone.  When connected to the Internet, the whole world is open before us.  There are the possibility and prospect of visiting any place, reading […]

  • Curiosity and a spirit of adventure for those who seek answers, not absolute certainty

    Curiosity and a spirit of adventure for those who seek answers, not absolute certainty

    While it is very desirable to be able to come to a point of certainty, it is not always possible.  The rules we set, the goals we pursue, the desires we cherish could be examples of stable reasons for actions.  However, these too can change with time.  What appeared to be certain yesterday can appear […]