EXISTENTIALISM
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The philosophy that human beings are free agents, responsible for their own actions.
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EXISTENTIALISM ~ THE MEANING OF LIFE
EXISTENTIALISM
THE SHORT VERSION:
THE PHILOSOPHY THAT HUMAN BEINGS ARE FREE AGENTS AND THUS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN ACTIONS, MORALITY AND PERSONAL FREEDOM.
Existentialistic thinking started in the 19th century with Soren Kierkegaard who was a Danish philosopher whose ideas about the nature of human freedom in an uncertain world make him one of the founders of the modern philosophy of existentialism. There is little in existentialism today which cannot also be found in the many writings of Kierkegaard completed over his 42 years.
Well known Existentialists include:
Soren Kierkegaard – Danish religious philosopher, considered to be the father of the Existential movement. (1813 – 1855)
Fyodor Dostoyevsky – Russian writer and novelist, considered by many as a precursor of 20th century Existentialism (1821 – 1881)
Friedrich Nietzsche – German philosopher, poet, classic philologist, anti-Christian (1844 – 1900)
Jean-Paul Sartre – French philosopher, playwright, novelist, athiest, most responsible for bringing attention to Existentialism in the 20th century.
(1905 – 1980)
Albert Camus – French author, journalist, philosopher, athiest.
(1913 - 1960)
This group will focus on the philosophy of Existentialism from it's beginnings right through to modern day thinking. How does this philosophy affect us today? Who of us here are Existentialists? I will try and cover all of the key thinkers, some of which are listed above. Submissions are most welcome, however let's try and stay on the key subject, which in itself should generate some very interesting discussion material.
Some useful links:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Existentialism
http://plato.stanford.edu/entries/existentialism/
http://www.allaboutphilosophy.org/existentialism.htm
Discussion Forum
Existential spirituality
Started by Leila Raven. Last reply by Tommy Hawksblood Nov 1, 2011. 11 Replies 1 Like
~*Being human without the safety net*~
Started by ღMysticpagan*Hedgewitchღ. Last reply by Stuart Lynjyn Jun 22, 2011. 3 Replies 0 Likes
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Comment by RaiB on December 23, 2012 at 12:53pm -
Happy Holidays to All...Rob :-)
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Comment by Tommy Hawksblood on September 12, 2011 at 1:37am -
Something I learned many people have a different thing they are really looking for.That will also be how much attention they will put into anything they are doing. How strong one believe in a God or spirit will be what allows them to experience something different then what they are programmed to believe. We are free in spirit but not really free here. The saying you can go with the flow or against it. We can go against the flow but would be able to stay free if we do.
When one learns about spirit or soul they suddenly can experience true freedom .
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Comment by Baba O'Klaatu on September 11, 2011 at 9:35pm -
@ Tommy--Never heard of KUNLUN but I will investigate. I agree that we are more likely to get at the truth through going in than seeking outwardly where (in my experience) illusions abound. Quieting the " I, Me, Mine" is also necessary I believe but very difficult at times ( at least for me). Thanks for the encouraging words and insight. Be well. marK
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Comment by Tommy Hawksblood on September 11, 2011 at 3:46pm
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There are many way to go a little further. Did you evern hear of KUNLUN. It is a good start just as the Whirling Dervishes did spinning. There is more inside oneself then there is outside .
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Comment by Baba O'Klaatu on September 11, 2011 at 3:31pm
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@ Hari
I think if my life were closer to Nature (world as it is) I would be less distracted by Man's systems (world of illusion). I remember living in the Appalachians for about four years and was away from these distractions and face to face with the IS on a constant basis. Health and economics changed this but I still remember and it helps me keep spiritually sane.
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Comment by Baba O'Klaatu on September 10, 2011 at 10:44pm
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I wish I knew who said it but I don't. I get more spiritual nourishment from observing Nature than I do from any Theology I have ever come across. Not that it's bad to be curious about these things but we also need to be honest with ourselves. Thanks genie. marK
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Comment by Baba O'Klaatu on July 16, 2011 at 11:31am
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Comment by Stuart Lynjyn on July 15, 2011 at 8:00pm -
Tommy has remarked previously, as have I, that some experiences are beyond words, simply because spoken language is inadequate to the task, by orders of magnitude. Thus, trying to relate something like that, is a fruitless effort. Capture the essence of the universe in as many words as you like. Can't be done. The "All That Is" has no need for a narrative, and anything outside of the Now is irrelevant.
Namaste
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Comment by Baba O'Klaatu on July 15, 2011 at 7:22pm
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" I think" is a good first step but it's no substitute for " I know". The only spiritual experiences I've had have had no (for lack of a better word) narrative or history to them. marK
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Comment by Tommy Hawksblood on July 15, 2011 at 6:27pm
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I guess I consider myself lucky. I had every kind of experience and time to work with in them. I have experience many of my past lives. It is a little hard for me to talk to people that think they have an experience even thought they are not sure of it. Like I feel, I think or I heard . T
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