Humanity On A ‘Spiral To Suicide’
If we don't change our course, we'll end up where we're headed. ~Chinese proverb Education is often defined as the technique of transmitting civilization. For civilization is not something inborn or imperishable; it must be acquired anew by every generation, and any serious interruption in its transmission may threaten its existence. Due to educational anomalies, human civilization stands at the cross roads today. Dangerous challenges are staring in its face today from environmental, ecological, moral, social, economic and health fronts. Global uncertainties are mounting and humanity’s future prospects look increasingly bleak. Environmental discourses of academia often suggest an ‘end-of-the-pipeline approach’. Mary Evelyn Tucker echoes this misgiving. "We're all concerned about simply rhetorical statements or a superficial approach [that] is not going to tap into the deep spiritual reservoirs of people. A spiritual change of heart could only offer a solution towards this ‘much talked about and little done for’ crisis. Need For Re-envisioning of Ourselves And Our World The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper. ~Eden Phillpotts Of course, there is inquiry into the mysteries of life and universe, scientists and space agencies are doing that but because the methods are empirical, there are no definitive conclusions. Mechanical and archeological means are not the best ways to inquire into these mysteries. These subtle matters require a subtle and holistic approach. Evidence that we need fresh and newer approach lies in a ever more confused humanity that is hurtling down the path of self-extinction. Science Is Ill-equipped To Explain About Soul Real knowledge is to know the extent of one’s ignorance.~Confucius Some scientists are already beginning to question whether materialistic principles are really adequate to explain basic features of human existence-such as consciousness. For example, John C. Eccles, a Nobel-prize-winning neurobiologist states, “The ultimate problem relates to the origin of the self, how each of us as a self-conscious being comes to exist as a unique self associated with a brain. This is the mystery of personal existence.” He adds, “the uniqueness each of us experiences can be sufficiently explained only by recourse to some supernatural origin.” Consequences of Forgetfulness of Our Identity As Spirit Soul “At the present time we have reached the bottom of the abyss — we have gone about as low as it is possible to go — we can’t dig the pit any deeper — there is no way we can further express as a culture our total rejection of our Creator’s guidelines for sane, sensible, and healthy living.”~John Dewey - Never ending clashes between nations, states, ethnic groups, religious groups and tribes. - The overwhelming impetus toward the domination and exploitation of matter - Overly scientific-technological relationship with the earth instead of a ‘spiritual intimacy’ with the earth. - Madness for material enjoyment and misdirecting of life energies. - Missing the purpose of human existence and a life of material dissatisfaction. - Humanity’s progress towards destruction, on individual and collective levels, due to material bewilderment. Humanity’s Absorption In Superficialities Technological revolution that we witnessed in the last century has gone so far for our human moral to catch up with. ~Hun Sen In the last few decades people have become far more concerned about external factors such as the possession of consumer goods, celebrity status, image, and power rather than the development of what is an interior life. It wasn't long ago that people were measured by the internal traits of virtue and morality, and it was the person who exhibited character and acted honorably who was held in high esteem. This kind of life was built upon contemplation of what might be called the "good life." After long deliberation, an individual then disciplined himself in those virtues most valued. |