2007-02-21 16:06:40 · 6 answers · asked by Eric j 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Yes, before I turned about 25 I was the smartest person in the world, now at 54 with 55 coming up fast I feel I'm the dumbest. Self realization suc*s.
2007-02-21 16:43:18 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. I can not say that I ever think that. However, what makes me not twist with contempt for others or myself is that I personally believe that my God does know these answers and will reveal them to us in His perfect timing. Of course when I realize that I am totally not in control, and begin to rely on Him (ie.I have no patience, am unorganized, had severe brain trauma...and followed what i believe to be a sign to become a teacher) I have something more than knowledge, maybe it is called faith.This is hard to explain.This is a knowledge many have known and do know, but before a certain time I did not. Knowledge is such a blessing! Pray I will use it to help others and do good, because even if humanity knows everything one day, it is what we do with it that matters. I hope this helps you!
2007-02-22 00:49:18 · answer #2 · answered by molly hadley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. To think this would be to imply that I have answers...I have more questions than answers. And my questions are endless...
I know nothing...::gasp:: Yes...because once one question is answered, so many more arise. Once I find answers to my own questions, it's the same thing...I don't claim to know anything. But I do have many more questions to be answered. Most of them, I fear, will not be answered by any mortal.
2007-02-22 00:14:50 · answer #3 · answered by third_syren_of_seduction 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can say that I have had thought patterns that seem to delude me into that I know something. Ponder what it would take to "know" something. Think of everything you would have to take into account, what is and what's not relevant. We take in very little information conpared to the information available to make such a statement of knowing. People do it everyday, myself included.
2007-02-22 00:29:23 · answer #4 · answered by fauxdude 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's really not that. I often feel if people would just think logically then we all be better off but, unfortunately, religion stands in the way. Religion is nothing than pure 'brainwashing' but if you really look at it - anything you learn is brainwashing from one source or another. Just think about it logically; if our parents never taught us anything and if teachers never taught us anything - then where or what would we be...........
2007-02-22 00:31:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The real test is if you discuss this revelation with others, no one will agree with you. They will probably tell you how crazy you are.
That should assure you that you are the only one who knows.
2007-02-22 00:47:44 · answer #6 · answered by stedyedy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋