2006-08-19 16:46:10 · 10 answers · asked by NHBaritone 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
One of the most profound philosophical concepts ever produced by man.
But this question won't net many (if any) answers of substance here ... most of the people on Y! A are incapable of the mental thought required for philosophy ... the best most can do is regurgitate the dogmatic views dictated by their family/church.
2006-08-19 16:54:27 · answer #1 · answered by Arkangyle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In buddhism there is much distinguishing to do.That is one of the paths overlooked, understudied, or misunderstood.It is right thought.Oh yeah, and right effort.You do exist but must understand you just don't exist for yourself, but all mankind.The existance of nonexistance can truly be understood if you reach enlightment.Enlightment is far beyond knowing or being the most prudent.I personaly don't know, but on the same credit I follow a different path.The reason for nonexistant is for the sacrifice to helping mankind to enlightment by letting go to PEACE.But it must get granted first by a higher power.This even happened to the buddha himself.While you exist for peace and enlightment your true self enjoys nirvana.But this must be obtained first.While your enlightment is left to better mankind.For you strove for this perfection to serve existance.But it will not be apreciated by most and mocked by many.To not only lack of wanting to understand, but lack of motivation to accept answers thet are not to one's likeness.That is how they escape death because thier minds are beyond that and are in nirvana.To the acceptance of death is inevitable.This coming from a muslim.PEACE!
2006-08-20 00:10:30 · answer #2 · answered by Mitchell B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think being a Buddhist would be hard, always trying to be good so you can go on to a new level in the next life form.
I like the freedom of Christianity. Jesus died for me and took my punishment. I am made right by God thru Christ.
Having to keep coming back seems too tedious.
2006-08-19 23:54:03 · answer #3 · answered by Baby Bloo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This just means that you don't favor yourself. You need to do what you know is right in any situation. So, if yo think like this, than you care for every one equally, and you know that there is no one self to put above (or below) others.
We are all, in appearance, separate parts of a whole, there can not be a self.
2006-08-20 08:43:56 · answer #4 · answered by Teaim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nonexistence of the self? I've never heard of it before today. All I really have to say is "I think, therefore I am".
2006-08-19 23:55:53 · answer #5 · answered by RH (a.k.a. God) 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is an interesting concept and it does make sense in a way.
2006-08-19 23:54:53 · answer #6 · answered by ancient_wolf_13 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe it's a deepr concept than what we see on the surface. Can you give a little more depth with the question?
2006-08-19 23:54:00 · answer #7 · answered by chris 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a good way to get worries off of personal issues andhelps people to focus on promoting universal well being.
2006-08-20 00:04:08 · answer #8 · answered by ginarene71 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It doesn't make sense from the surface... but I'm sure there is more to it...
2006-08-19 23:51:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I like it. "I think therefore I am not".
2006-08-19 23:51:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋