Light or Darkness? — Philosophy

Gunslinger

18 years ago

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Once, while slightly tipsy :D :D, I was chatting with friends and a thought occurred to me. Which side of the force does each of us prefer and why? After asking my friends, I realized that opinions on this matter are very diverse.

So, which side of the force appeals to you more and why? ...or... who do you prefer, LIGHT or DARK?

Saruman

18 years ago

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To answer this question, we need to clearly define the terms: what exactly is meant by "light" and what is meant by "darkness" in this context?

Gunslinger

18 years ago

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Light represents goodness, protection of those around you, valor, and so on.
Darkness represents cruelty, betrayal, but also strength and power, and so on.

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Mefisto

18 years ago

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Darkness is not betrayal! Betrayal is the last resort, and whoever commits it will no longer be a friend. Darkness is probably a force, and inflicting pain, perhaps emotional pain.

Хранитель заката

18 years ago

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Light. Only light. Where there is light, there is life.

Siverfale

18 years ago

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What could be more repulsive than inflicting suffering, and what could be more challenging than selfless service to others? I stand in the middle. But if I were faced with a choice between one or the other, then – Light. P.S. I'm talking about the real state of affairs, of course.

SoulDrinker

18 years ago

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Darkness. Undoubtedly. But not the kind of darkness mentioned above. Rather, it's a calming and infinite darkness... The question itself is not quite right. Light is not necessarily good, and darkness is not necessarily evil. Light can also cause pain and suffering. So why is it considered good?

Loken

18 years ago

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a couple of years ago, I would have chosen darkness...
but now - only light. usually, good wins, but it's weaker... and there's no greater pleasure than defeating darkness with fewer forces.

Added after 53 seconds
don't look at Inferno in my profile) it's not related to my worldview, but to my interest in playing as this faction).

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Siverfale

18 years ago

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SoulDrinker;141740

Darkness. Undoubtedly. But not the kind of darkness mentioned above. Rather, it's a calming and infinite darkness... The question itself is not quite right; light is not necessarily good, and darkness is not necessarily evil. Light can also cause pain and suffering. Why is it good then?

To prove that darkness is evil, I can give a very simple example. If the sun goes out, all living things will die within a few months. And only darkness will remain...

Estel_Laiquacalma

18 years ago

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Darkness is merely the absence of light. And, naturally, it's easier to extinguish the spark within that dispels the darkness than to ignite it. But, as they say, there's no shortcut to happiness, so don't look for easy ways; choose the light.

Arandor

18 years ago

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LIGHT! and only light!!! no matter what the world is, people... they will still choose light!
If you take this seriously, most people would choose it, if they are honest with themselves.

Hmm... I wanted to write something else, but I forgot... I'm just in that kind of state right now)) he-he

PS Sometimes you do something for your own benefit.

Siverfale

18 years ago

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There are creatures that are blind, living and hunting at night. They don't need the sun or light as such. Also, I want to remind you that initially, there was only darkness in the Universe...

These creatures will die from the cold and hunger (there is nothing to hunt), they will only last longer than the others. As for HOW to bring light – that is a personal matter for everyone. For example, I would sacrifice the interests of hundreds of people to save thousands.

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Estel_Laiquacalma

18 years ago

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Siverfale;141838

I, for example, would sacrifice the interests of a hundred people to save thousands.

But if among these hundred people there are people close to you, what will your choice be then? The path of Light is to save both the hundred and the thousands; a way out can be found from any situation, and choosing the "lesser of two evils" is hardly a bright path, IMHO.

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SoulDrinker

18 years ago

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To prove that darkness is evil, I can give a very simple example. If the sun goes out, all living things will die within months. And only darkness will remain...

If the sun shines around the clock, do you think there will be less evil? But what about droughts? And what about the southern regions where the temperature reaches 50 degrees Celsius during the day?

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Siverfale

18 years ago

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Estel_Laiquacalma;141858

But if among these hundred people there are those close to you, what will your choice be then? The Path of Light can save both the hundred and the thousands, and there is a way out of any situation, but choosing the "lesser of two evils" is hardly a bright path, IMHO.

I am, of course, talking about those situations where nothing can be done; before that, I will do everything to save everyone, but this rarely works out... If there are close people, I will do it. Yes, with a heavy heart, yes, I will be tormented by my conscience afterward, but I will do it. Besides, my close people are more likely to be among the thousands... And in my opinion, choosing the greater of two evils when there was a chance to choose the lesser is definitely not a bright path.

If the Sun shines around the clock, do you think there will be less evil? But what about droughts? And what about the southern regions where the temperature reaches 50 degrees during the day?

Darkness is necessary to balance the light, at least in nature.