...and when the Slave Aesop's Subjective Morality Tales (of Good vs. Evil Narratives) Replace Objective Reporting. BTW - Which are the "Good" Animal's races, and Which the "Evil" Ones, and is that all that is important to know in order to judge the facts regarding an encounter between them?
from Google AI:
Socrates and Aesop are linked in Plato's writings, particularly the Phaedo, where Socrates, awaiting execution, composes verses of Aesop's fables, connecting the ancient fabulist's practical, animal-based morals with his own philosophical quest for virtue and knowledge, highlighting both figures as unconventional wise men facing unjust condemnation, though differing in social standing and philosophical approach. Aesop represents embodied, common-sense wisdom, while Socrates embodies abstract philosophical inquiry, yet Plato bridges them, showing how fables can serve higher philosophical aims.
Key Connections:
The Phaedo: Socrates' final hours involve him reflecting on a dream, prompting him to write down some of Aesop's fables in verse, viewing them as a way to understand pleasure/pain and the soul's journey.Philosophical Roots: Plato uses Aesop to show that philosophy isn't just for elites; the simple stories of animals teach profound moral lessons that resonate with everyday life and prepare people for ethical understanding, a precursor to philosophical thought.Unjust Condemnation: Both figures faced unjust condemnation (Aesop as a slave, Socrates as corrupting youth), and their stories highlight different responses to societal misunderstanding.
Practical vs. Theoretical Wisdom: Aesop's fables offer practical, embodied wisdom (connecting humans to their animal nature), contrasting with Plato's more theoretical philosophy but showing their shared goal of teaching virtue.
Aesop (c. 620–564 BCE):
A Greek fabulist credited with Aesop's Fables, featuring anthropomorphic animals.His existence is debated, likely a collection of stories.
Socrates (c. 470–399 BCE):
Athenian philosopher who taught through questioning (the Socratic Method).Wrote nothing himself; known through Plato and others.Executed for impiety and corrupting youth.
In essence, Plato integrates the humble, popular tradition of Aesop into the high philosophy of Socrates, showing how foundational moral tales can serve profound philosophical purposes, making wisdom accessible across social divides
Trading Doubt and Scientific Uncertainty for Moral Certainty
"Trust the Science?"
We’ve been told for years that today’s young Liberals are enlightened, compassionate, and and intellectually superior to us Stubborn Old Conservatives Who Are Always Clinging to the Past.
ReplyDeleteBut it actually turns out that the narrative may be less about wisdom and more about worry. New psychological research suggests something far less flattering among young Americans, Liberal ideology tracks closely with emotional instability, anxiety, and chronic distress. Not moral clarity. And Not Full of Intellectual Rigor. It also showed that they are far more Gullible than the Conservatives of today.
That my Friends is not meant to be an insult. It’s a measurable personality trait. And the results should shatter the myth that youth liberalism is some noble uprising of reason rather than a predictable emotional response to stress, fear, and insecurity
Songs of Innocence and Experience, William Blake...
DeleteI’ve said it before , and when needed I’ll say it again , the sentiment "we should all have for our Veterans" reflects a deep, widespread national value of gratitude, respect, and support for those who served, acknowledging their sacrifices for freedom and emphasizing the ongoing need to help them transition, find resources (like for PTSD/disabilities), and feel valued, not just on holidays, but every day. Showing our appreciation for those who have served means offering our support, recognizing their unique strengths (resilience, discipline), and understanding they carry burdens that require compassion, not just thanks, but action and understanding. . all the time, and not just on Veterans Day.
ReplyDeleteSuch a pity this delusional woman broke the law trying to kill a federal agent and then got shot. She was a lezbo but she didn't check all the libtard boxes she was not black not an illegal alien not muslim or a tranztestical. That would have been the perfect storm to manipulate the stupid to get a civil war going after all dems love to divide. With the group they can mobilize all the freaks they are barking up the wrong tree with a war
ReplyDeleteITS CONFIRMED: Don Lemon is now under investigation
ReplyDeletefor potential criminal violations of federal law after allegedly storming a church service in St. Paul, Minnesota with a hostile mob — according to Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights.
The probe reportedly includes possible violations of the federal FACE Act which bans intimidation, interference, or force against people exercising their religious freedom. Investigators are also examining whether Lemon deprived members of Cities Church of their civil rights during an active worship service.
Let’s be crystal clear:
• Storming a church is not protest
• Disrupting worship is not free speech
• The FACE Act applies to everyone
fame included
This law was enforced aggressively in the past.
If it applied then, then it should be applies now.
No special treatment.
No double standards.
The statement "LIBERALS ARE FULL OF SHIT" reflects a strong, critical viewpoint often heard in political discourse, suggesting distrust or disagreement with liberal ideologies, policies, or perceived hypocrisy, with common criticisms focusing on perceived elitism, ineffective solutions, or detachment from working-class concerns, highlighting diverse political frustrations which may be a factual claim., and is certainly true on a few of the blogs written by the commenters right here on this very blog.
ReplyDeleteCriticism of Hypocrisy: Some feel liberals claim to support the working class but enact policies benefiting insiders, or that they preach certain values while failing to live up to them, creating distrust.
Perceived Elitism/Moralizing: Critics argue that some liberals come across as morally superior or detached from everyday concerns, alienating potential supporters with overly complex or idealistic solutions, notes an ABC News article.
Policy Disagreement: The sentiment can stem from deep opposition to liberal stances on issues like economics, social programs, or cultural changes, viewing them as detrimental or unrealistic.
Personally I think a lot of liberals don’t truly understand what is actually going on in this world these days!
ReplyDeleteI can’t be the only one that thinks there is a major lack of understanding in the minds of liberals. I hate watching debates where the Left side seems to br un-interested in genuinely understanding the other’s perspective. The focus usually shifts entirely to “winning” the argument instead of having a productive conversation. I know social media and trolling has definitely made this worse, but I think it’s also a problem in real life. Both sides tend to have a skewed and overly negative view of the other side.
Naturally we have all seen this happening live in the speeches by Kamal Harris, and especially in the previous President Joe Biden
I’ve heard conservatives in real life claim that liberals want to mutilate children, kill babies after birth, take away everyone’s guns, and let Rapists, and Murderers cross the border into the United States freely. I’m sure there are some extreme online trolls who believe things like that, but most liberals don’t think that way at all. It doesn’t even align with liberal ideology. Why would liberals, who constantly advocate for women’s rights, be okay with rapists coming into the country? In fact, I haven’t seen many liberals advocate for open borders at all. Most of them just support safe, legal immigration and treating immigrants with costly treatments, paid for by our own Citizenry.
On the flip side, some Liberals stereotype conservatives just as unfairly, painting them as hateful, ignorant, or completely uncaring to other people’s struggles. Again I’m sure some extremists actually think like that, but I’m sure the majority of conservatives don’t. Neither of these views reflect reality, and they only make meaningful conversations harder. As well as Name Calling and using the “Hitler” term wrongfully.
When someone tells me that they want people like me removed from society, I just lose all ability to be civil in an instant.
The Trump administration on Friday fired a group of prosecutors involved in the Jan. 6 criminal cases and demanded the names of FBI agents involved in those same probes so they can possibly be ousted, moves that reflect a White House determination to exert control over federal law enforcement and purge agencies of career employees seen as insufficiently loyal.
ReplyDeleteActing Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove ordered the firings of the Jan. 6 prosecutors days after President Donald Trump’s sweeping clemency action benefiting the more than 1,500 people charged in the U.S. Capitol attack, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press. About two dozen employees at the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington were terminated, said a person familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss personnel issues.
this country has got to come to grips of the realization that the demented LEFT have been undermining the President AND the will of the American People for the last FUCKING TEN YEARS, not to mention the last ONE HUNDRED YEARS.
These Marxist contaminated IDIOTS have been chipping away our culture, edu, media, and governance for a freaking CENTURY.
It all maxed out with the election of the Marxist Magic Negro Obama who promised FUNDAMENTAL CHANGE.
Well, the American People have woken up, and ivhave made it very clear that WE DON'T WANT THEM OR THEIR DEMOCRATID-MARXIST BULLSHIT.
To Hell with these demented Progressives every other demented avenger subverted demoralized Stalinist Marxist Leninist brainwashed Demented way to run this country.
Time for them to go, and get out of our hair ance and for all. Starting with Chuck Schumer, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, to Hakeem Jeffries, and Jasmine Crockett.
Where is cretin :00)))))))))))))))))))))
ReplyDeletefyi, cretin = rattrapper aka Mystere.