tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10376947.post5385134864793651619..comments2023-03-18T07:51:36.547-04:00Comments on The Flash of Lightning: Meaning in a Meaningless WorldAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15919880530656405251noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10376947.post-14299540709422907462011-05-31T03:23:37.516-04:002011-05-31T03:23:37.516-04:00This is one possible meaning you could to life. Bu...This is one possible meaning you could to life. But, this idea seems to be based really on the "contributing to society" mentality which may or may not really be beneficial. I thought you are on the right track, but a short study of some of the traditional philosophers would help you in defining value and purpose. My position and meaning is to minimize and or eliminate pain in suffering to where ever I am capable. I extend this to all creatures. Secondly, happiness is the greatest good. Three levels to happiness, first level is essentially hedonism, secondly is contributing to society and helping those in need, and lastly, the greatest happiness one can enjoy is through knowledge. <br />I like your idea, but they are a little near sided.Lancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12591506869758590254noreply@blogger.com