Transcendence and Offendence

Here are two comments I just received. The first is from David, who suggests we add the follow question to our list of topics to consider:

"What is the nature of transcendence? And what makes it possible to move from a static derivative life to a dynamic one in which we continually reinvent ourselves?"

Thanks, David. Nice suggestion. Looking forward to your participation on Wednesday.

The second comment I want to share is from Jnanam. (Jnanam is a long time member of our group who has not been able to participate recently due to scheduling conflicts.) Jnanam won't be participating on Wednesday, but had some insights she wanted to pass along concerning the question I posed on sensitivity in philosophy (or "What to do when philosophy offends?"). This is in part what she had to say:

"...Seems the internet functions above censorship but not the philosopher....There is a distinction between direct insults, tactless remarks, and someone taking offense. Sensitivity is the fabric of conversation....benefit to someone, harm to no one, including oneself."

Nicely put. "Sensitivity is the fabric of conversation...benefit to someone, harm to no one, including oneself." I like that.

Thanks Jnanam for your sharing your thoughts. Looking forward to sometime in the future when you can join us in person once again.

Cheers,

Steve