"Rationality ... would not work" for what exactly?Rationality is extremely important but would not work if other aspects of consciousness are not taken into account. — Jack Cummins
Self-serving bias: people "demonize" those they disagree with and "worship" those they agree with especially when the social or political stakes are high enough. — 180 Proof
I know people who are racist or sexist and they are able to justify their ideas — Jack Cummins
I do challenge racism and sexism, but it is extremely difficult because such ideas and values are deep seated beyond the surface of rational logic. — Jack Cummins
I'm pleased to hear it. I try to avoid making unreasonable claims.I find that I agree with most of what you say. — Jack Cummins
I suppose I expect the same general principles of judgment to apply in these matters as in others. What is more complicated in these cases, by your account?The area where it gets more complicated is with issues such as belief in God and life after death. — Jack Cummins
I don't think it's strange at all. Traditional religion was part of my upbringing. I recognize the value of spiritual experience, spiritual practice, spiritual community. I think there's room for a sort of agnostic theology that doesn't run afoul of healthy skepticism.It may seem strange to bring those areas in, but I was brought up with such beliefs and, having read a lot of philosophy and related fields, I have spent a lot of time dwelling on such matters, often going round in circles. — Jack Cummins
One may provide inspiration, consolation, and guidance without promoting habits of unreasonable judgment and disregard for the value of truth. Moreover, it's one thing to take up philosophical conversations about these matters with someone who is eager to do so; and another to force such conversations on a person who would rather not engage in them, who gives no special reason to press the issue.For many, hope and wishful thinking may come into play in holding onto such ideas. Also, when people think about their own future, uncertainty as to what may happen, hope may play an important role too. — Jack Cummins
It is no longer a world of reality. :D — Corvus
But I do hope that things will improve and get better for the USA and the whole world in the future. — Corvus
Get involved in philosophical discussions about knowledge, truth, language, consciousness, science, politics, religion, logic and mathematics, art, history, and lots more. No ads, no clutter, and very little agreement — just fascinating conversations.