"Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense"
Buddha
2007-04-07 05:55:29 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
But what of those who have faulty reasoning or lack common sense?
2007-04-07 08:50:24 · answer #1 · answered by PCGuyIV 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure Buddha said that?
Ah, the internet agrees with you, but I thought I'd check.
It's difficult to believe things that do go against one's common sense, but reason sometimes has to kick it into line.
Quantum theory doesn't fit common sense at all.
But just to cap the quote, don't believe your common sense or reason unreservedly either, (as though you were the pinnacle of wisdom and sanity on the planet!)
2007-04-07 06:26:25 · answer #2 · answered by Pedestal 42 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This quote is strange since I have read many of Buddha's quotes which only implify that the absolute truth is for us to seek thtought the guidance of Buddha and be accepted by our conscience when we understand it!
2007-04-10 01:48:38 · answer #3 · answered by holyfire 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it's rather foolish actually. While undoubtedly it is a wise to try to grasp an alleged truth, we do not necessarily have to be able to fully comprehend a truth for it to be true. I do not have an understanding in quantum physics or other esoteric sciences, it's beyond my intellectual capacity. Intuition is not full reliable, it can falter. Intuition can not understand the paradoxes presented in modern science. However, I have faith in the collective science community, that their combined reason and intellect far surpasses my own. While they may be able to sufficiently illustrate to me that through practical applications of the science that it is in deed true, yet I may never grasp the underlying foundations of the theoretical science itself.
-Kerplunk!
2007-04-07 08:36:20 · answer #4 · answered by Kerplunk! 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I interpret that quote as a testament to how each and every person should hold true to their own faculty of reason before giving in to the beliefs of another.
Just because god, buddha, or another person says something doesn't make it true.
2007-04-07 05:59:07 · answer #5 · answered by aristotle1776 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
What Buddha is pointing out is the logical fallacy called appeal to authority.
2007-04-07 06:18:36 · answer #6 · answered by Sophist 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ain't it the truth! That's a good way of describing why we humans argue with eachother, and refuse to be openminded at times.
Oh, my goodness. All the problems in the world ar Bhudda's fault? Well, damn, somebody had better get that message to ALL extremists, and tell them to stand at ease. It was all a big frickin' mistake. We should all listen to Bhudda and sit and laugh our asses off.
2007-04-07 06:44:15 · answer #7 · answered by Hot Coco Puff 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Bravo! Way to go, Buddha!
2007-04-07 06:36:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
you gota believe in something i believe i well have another beer .buddha was a nut job lost in his own realty
2007-04-07 05:59:34 · answer #9 · answered by henryredwons 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i think it is very wise...haha.
but it is extremely important...and very true.
you should follow the wise...but first use common sense to find logic and compatibility with your own thoughts. you should also make sure that it is morally right.
2007-04-07 06:43:13 · answer #10 · answered by fifi 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋