What is the difference between these statements in their meaning?

Question

1.Anything 'distinguishable' must be distinguishable from self.

2. Things indistinguishable from self cannot be distinguished from one another.

Answer 1

Perception and discernment are co-related, but not the same.

The discernment between "self" and "non-self" sets up a single boundary. The non-self may be discerned into "things" using perception. The self is not directly perceived and cannot be discerned or distinguished.

Answer 2

I'll take a shot. These 2 statements are describing copies of an original. In #1 it's talking about an upgraded or original copy. #2 is talking about exact copies.

From a zen point of view the original self is a new born spirit. No preconceived notions, no anger, no hate, no joy. As time marches on you change. Your experiences might cause you to become bitter, or benevolent, distiguishable from the original self. However if you had been locked inside a closet and fed and cared for your spirit or self would be indistinguishable from your original self.

Answer 3

dis•tin•guish (dÄ­-stÄ­ng'gwÄ­sh)

v., -guished, -guish•ing, -guish•es.
v.tr.
1.To perceive as being different or distinct.
2.To perceive distinctly; discern: distinguished the masts of ships on the horizon.
3.To make noticeable or different; set apart.
4.To cause (oneself) to be eminent or recognized: They have distinguished themselves as dedicated social workers.
v.intr.
To perceive or indicate differences; discriminate: distinguish between right and wrong.

in•dis•tin•guish•a•ble (Ä­n'dÄ­-stÄ­ng'gwÄ­-shə-bəl)
adj.
1.Not distinguishable, especially:
a.Impossible to differentiate or tell apart: indistinguishable twins; markings that make a moth indistinguishable from its background.
b.Impossible to discern; imperceptible: a sound that was indistinguishable to the human ear.
2.Difficult to understand or make out; vague: indistinguishable speech.

Answer 4

Just Like ,

1- You question is very distinguish from itself

2- You question itself is very distinguish

Answer 5

1. Know yourself,its all about you
2. Your different from others,your unique in your own way, you can't compare what you are from others...