pilgrim-seeker_tom
Have you ever taken the time to see what lies below the iceberg?
Tell that to the mediator whose words have settled countless disputes to the satisfaction of all parties.
Tell that to the negotiator whose words have saved the lives of many hostages.
Tell that to the police person who has managed to talk a teenager off the roof when all he or she wanted was to jump.
Tell that to the diplomat whose words have soothed the savage beast between nations.
Tell that to all people who have read the works of the poets and been awe-inspired.
Tell that to the people who have read Science and Philosophy books and who have been inspired to follow suit.
Tell that to the children who have been consoled by their parents when it takes much more than just a hug.
Tell that to the leaders of the French Revolution or any revolution whose passionate speeches have paved the way for freedom.
…ad continuum.
See above. I rest my case.
If words have such little meaning to you, I might suggest that you join a monastery where the monks take a vow of silence. You needn’t really become a monk - simply commit yourself to the monastery and working toward their upkeep. Perhaps they might allow you to plant a garden of vegetables or pick the apples or oranges off of the trees. You might want to donate a certain amount of money to get in the door.
How is this for a generally-accepted banality: “What we see is who we are”!
Then that would not be logic but magical thinking.
I suppose that you might also believe that the Universe[s] came into existence through your God uttering the words “Let There Be Light”.
Is that YOUR belief?