Even if everyone showed loved towards each other there would still be conflict within our social order because of our different view points. At the same time we need to have different view points to grow stronger. Because there is always going to be different mindsets it is also important to have respect and compassion for others.
In class we talked about Yin and Yang. To fully comprehend the meaning of life we need to see things in our own and other people’s eyes, we need to see things in each other’s perspectives. If everyone loved the same things and the same people there would be no growth as an individual and as a society, which would make it hard to create a harmonious social order. But to truly create a positive social order we need to respect that we have different views and take them into consideration or else our different views would be pointless. Love is essential but it can not stand alone
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Yin and Yang was a really good example to support this arguement. That explains the type of balance our society needs. Having the world entirely peaceful and just using love, will lead to just as much conflict as we have now. Balance is necessary, and important.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that love is essential and cannot stand alone. The truth is that we actually do need hatred in our society in order to maintain social stability. With criticism, we can learn and better ourselves. And, as you said, different view points help us grow and can help us become the people we want to be.
ReplyDeleteI also agree. Love is very essential to social and civic stability but definetly not the only thing needed. As you wrote, we also need respect and understanding for our ideas because nothing could be achieve without this.
ReplyDeleteI agree with everything said, and just want to add that I think before someone can love someone else, they have to be able to respect them as who they are first. So, not only does respect tie into our personal lives, in regards to loving other people, but it also is necessary for society to function -- nothing will ever get done is respect for the rules does not exist.
ReplyDeleteHi, Khircelle. I’m glad to see you taking a clear position, but remember the one main content rule regarding blog posts: explore the possible answers first, then take a position. Show me you’re actively considering the options.
ReplyDeleteFor instance, why does acting lovingly toward others prevent us from growing as individuals? If I take care of someone who is hungry, what stops me from growing?
I was also wondering how respect and understanding are different from treating people lovingly. If anything, isn't respect and understanding just a weaker form of love? If I treat you lovingly, what you're point of view is doesn't matter. I'd still treat you well, wouldn't I?