Posted by: Kintama
Why is it? - 06/17/05 04:59 PM
Why is it?
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Why is it?
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It is because we percieve it to be.
Quote:There is a reason for the existence of the individual. We all have a purpose.
Ask not for reason of existance, because there is none.
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There is a reason for the existence of the individual. We all have a purpose.
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In other words, the when IS the why, in this case. Sorry for derailing!
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Why is it?
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I tend to think that existance of a reason or purpose for existance is simply a common misconception.
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In all traditions there is a way of viewing spirituality that emphasizes the importance of images, symbols, and sensations. This kind of spirituality, classically known as kataphatic, has always been the most popular. In it one seeks deeper realization of truth through visions, feelings, imagery, words, and other sensate or symbolic forms of experience.
The second way emphasizes the truth that lies behind, beyond, or hidden within all sensory or intellectual representations. This is known as the apophatic way. Evangelical and charismatic Christianity, popular Hinduism, and much of Tantric Buddhism represent markedly kataphatic spiritualities. At the other extreme, one might find the Christian mysticism of John of the Cross and Meister Eckhart, the silence of Quaker Meeting, and the emptiness of Zen Buddhism, which are distinctly apophatic spiritualities.
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When my dog catches her tail, she sits. She is tired, but content.
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For instance, I could commit the same offense by saying "I am a Christian"
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because I am in effect saying "I perceive that it is superior to other religions" (I chose my words carefully, I do not believe that every other religion is inherently false, though some would obviously have to be).