Dutchman wrote:I define nihilism as 'nothing matters'. This I strongly oppose. In my view mankind as a very important task to fulfill: to fight against pain and suffering, for example by providing happiness.
What made me think of it as reformulated nihilism is its conclusion--if the logical end of humanity is self annihilation, then nothing we do really matters because all of humanity will be gone.
The premise of the auto genocide argument is subjective--one may just as easily define the beginning of life as a 'fortunate' accident rather a 'terrible' accident, or they may not seek to define at all but just make the best of it. However, if a species decided on the 'terrible' premise, then the logical outcome wouldn't just be auto genocide, but total genocide--such a species would, if capable, seek to destroy
all life because it is all the result of a 'terrible' accident. But as I said, something might have been lost in the translation.
Quote:Or do something completely different. I am a bit sick and tired of my theory, I wrote it to make a sick joke, but now it's joking me!
I would be, too. It's a goddamn depressing theory! :wink:
As a long time Superman supporter I shall vote for the alien over the rodent (like rodents could ever fly; as if!). However, the Marvel fans are gonna be pissed you didn't mention the Incredible Hulk.
Hope to see you on the topic.
