Reply #7: When looking at a work of art people use different words to describe it [View All]

In this case all the world's religions and philosophies are examining human nature. And consistantly the thing that works the best is to treat others as we wish to be treated ourselves.

Socrates figured it out. They accused him of teaching his students to be evil. But he countered by simply stating that doing such a thing would be foolish and selfdestructive. For the things he taught to his students they would simply turn around and do to him.

We are a species that learns from each other. If you want people to be jersk to you then treat them like jerks. They learn that one real fast. But if you want people to be kind and trusting individuals then treat them as kind and trusting individuals. Show them how to treat you and in time they will learn it as well.

All the worlds religions and philosophies spend their days pondering the nature of humanity and life. Of course they are going to draw similar conclusions.

Oh and Happy Socrates Birthday and Merry Christmas as well.