What does it take for a thought to qualify as being profound?
2007-05-05 09:51:05 · 12 answers · asked by sokrates 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
Clarity, reason, depth and purity of purpose.
2007-05-05 20:22:29 · answer #1 · answered by Jamie 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The expression in philosophy would be the "feel of truth". Unfortunately, what feels right or true is often just social ideology.
Profound is what I call a "lightbulb moment". Profound is when the individual gains insight into themselves or into others. Profound exists when a person who has been struggling with a notion suddenly experiences a moment of clarity and the issues no longer troubles them.
2007-05-05 10:05:57 · answer #2 · answered by guru 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Say something that has never been said.
Say something that has been said but in a new way.
Say something insightful, something meaningful that resonates with people. Describe what other people have been thinking or feeling in just the right way. Make a discovery. Make an observation. Make a statement that is true, wise, eloquent, poetic, radical. Make a statement that stops people in their tracks, something that will stay with them, that they may even want to write down.
Sometimes you have a lightbulb moment when things become clear. If you are able to articulate this to others in a way that they could not express themselves, they will find you profound.
2007-05-05 09:58:42 · answer #3 · answered by amp 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The depth of his/her belly button.
The most profound thoughts have usually been the most simplifying, unifying and easily understood ones.
It has to offer a new perspective on understanding that was previously overlooked, but when explained becomes obvious.
The 'of course, why couldn't I have thought of that!' factor.
Peace
2007-05-05 11:20:14 · answer #4 · answered by zingis 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
For me, a "profound" thought is one that OPENS DOORS. It is not an absolute, it is a journey. An infinite journey. It awakens, not stifles. It is not "nonsense" theories. It is a lamp, & a hand through a corridor.
2007-05-05 19:48:38 · answer #5 · answered by Psychic Cat 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Say something truly original that most people cannot comprehend, much less refute. Not so easy as you can see. ... People think any old Joe can philosophize, but Nothing can be further from The Anomalous Truth.
2007-05-05 17:09:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A thought that at first encounter appears to be total drivel but which on further consideration shows several potential meanings, all of which are valid depending on circumstances.
2007-05-05 09:57:26 · answer #7 · answered by St N 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
when you read it and say "that's profound", then it is profound. Not everything is profound to everyone.
(this is when you say....that's profound)
2007-05-05 10:00:49 · answer #8 · answered by P3dcrane 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contemplation! Looking at an issue from every angle.
2007-05-05 11:19:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Two things:
First, your soul hears it.
Second, your mind cannot understand it.
True wisdom comes to each of us when we realize how little we understand about life, ourselves, and the world around us....Socrates.
Good luck!
2007-05-05 16:43:58 · answer #10 · answered by Alex 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋