I am the man walking in the dark
2006-07-11 05:34:15 · 26 answers · asked by AnTon D 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
We are trying to become like God. We do so by having faith in Christ and following his commandments. It's a gradual process that will continue after this mortal life and into the next. Our mortal lives give us invaluable experiences making faith-based decisions that can bring us closer to and more like our Heavenly Father. As we do so, we are fulfilling our destiny and realizing our potential as sons and daughters of God.
2006-07-11 05:39:37 · answer #1 · answered by bromothymol 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Science's answer is "There isn't any." If you go with scientific dogma, life is an electrochemical accident, so it has no inherent meaning. In this view, there is no "reason" for us to exist, since that would mean it was somehow intended for us to exist, to accomplish some purpose. Science can't allow itself to consider that any of this was/is consciously intended without painting itself into the corner of having to answer "Intended by who?"
Religion's answer is "To know and serve God." If you go with religion, you have to buy into a dogmatic system of unprovable beliefs and not allow your mind to stray outside of the box.
Both sides go around angrily proclaiming the ignorance of the other. Meanwhile, you stand there alone with your question.
So what I can tell you is no one is going to be able to give you that answer but you. And it usually doesn't come in a big bright flash, but in little glimpses of light here and there.
2006-07-11 06:22:33 · answer #2 · answered by circledcross 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the meaning is to find out what the meaning is. I am not saying this in a facetious way. In finding the meaning, we may be able to 'wake up' into a higher level of understanding. It is scary that very few really have much of a clue what's going on, and taking little responsibility for their lives.
2006-07-11 05:58:27 · answer #3 · answered by furthur 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Search Dictionary:
life (lf) KEY
NOUN: pl. lives (lvz) KEY
The property or quality that distinguishes living organisms from dead organisms and inanimate matter, manifested in functions such as metabolism, growth, reproduction, and response to stimuli or adaptation to the environment originating from within the organism.
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Slang A sentence of imprisonment lasting till death.
The time for which something exists or functions: the useful life of a car.
A spiritual state regarded as a transcending of corporeal death.
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Human existence, relationships, or activity in general: real life; everyday life.
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Continuing for a lifetime; lifelong: life partner; life imprisonment.
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2006-07-11 07:36:04 · answer #4 · answered by tamtamgp7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The meaning of life lies in the values we follow, the goals we set, the work we do and the way we live, which is one way of saying the the meaning of life is governed by our choices.
2006-07-11 06:44:57 · answer #5 · answered by John (Thurb) McVey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are pages upon pages of interesting answers to this question, try searching "What is the meaning of life?" in the Search for questions search bar.
My favorite reply is:
To find meaning.
Sorry, equally vague I'm afraid.
2006-07-11 05:59:27 · answer #6 · answered by Factotum 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The meaning of life depends upon your personal religious/spiritual beliefs. Some believe that our purpose in life is to party for all you're worth while you're alive; others believe that we're here to serve God. Every different religion has a different take on it. Really, you ought to decide for yourself.
2006-07-11 05:39:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some say 42.
Some say Love.
Some say God.
I think it is to live your life without worrying what the meaning of it is. There are too many people that worry about what life is to actually enjoy it.
2006-07-11 06:13:30 · answer #8 · answered by Selkie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were to do a Search for questions on this site for your question (meaning of life), you will find that this question has been asked thousands of times. The answers vary considerably.
2006-07-11 07:34:51 · answer #9 · answered by kearneyconsulting 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The meaning of life is to eat as many chocolate chips cookies as you can
2006-07-11 05:38:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋