IGNORANCE..PESTILENCE..INDIFFERENCE..ILLITERACY..SIMPLICITY..SHALLOWNESS

In light of recent events here and seeing as the powers that be can change the course of any thread as it suits them, I'd like to know of peeps opinions in regards to the abovementioned and what may be the causes to such unbecoming behaviour.

I've noticed more often then not, online and in real life, that peeps seem to find the easy way out of a situation by pointing their boney fingers and blaming others and turning ones opinion into personal attacks. These same peeps in turn, blame others, and thus give up their power to change.

Is ignorance bliss? I think not in any form. The lower the IQ, the lower the desire to learn. The higher the IQ, the more you want to learn. As IQ rises, so does the percentage of the population that question beyond the traps set out. Smarter peeps do question more and aren't afraid to admit to their errors. Peeps with a degree of high knowledge that is achieved and is true (elite knowledge) seem to be happier because they know and are well informed about human virtue and nature.



Discuss...


The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know absolutely nothing about.

Oh no. Not this. Can't we all just get along? Just agree to disagree?

Mysterioso said:

Oh no. Not this. Can't we all just get along? Just agree to disagree?

Mysterioso said:

Oh no. Not this. Can't we all just get along? Just agree to disagree?

Well, excuse me!

Mysterioso said:

Oh no. Not this. Can't we all just get along? Just agree to disagree?

PanthaGirl said:

Mysterioso said:

Oh no. Not this. Can't we all just get along? Just agree to disagree?

Okay so I post a thread and would like a discussion on intelligent issues for a change and this is your reaction.

The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know absolutely nothing about.[/quote]

I'll take the bait....

so... do you think a person without a degree can not be wise? Do you think someone can be an old fool? What are virtues to you?


"In light of recent events here and seeing as the powers that be can change the course of any thread as it suits them, I'd like to know of peeps opinions in regards to the abovementioned and what may be the causes to such unbecoming behaviour."

So what prompted this specific sentiment? Are you upset? Why?

another question...

Do you respect all people?

PanthaGirl said:

In light of recent events here and seeing as the powers that be can change the course of any thread as it suits them, I'd like to know of peeps opinions in regards to the abovementioned and what may be the causes to such unbecoming behaviour.

I've noticed more often then not, online and in real life, that peeps seem to find the easy way out of a situation by pointing their boney fingers and blaming others and turning ones opinion into personal attacks. These same peeps in turn, blame others, and thus give up their power to change.

Is ignorance bliss? I think not in any form. The lower the IQ, the lower the desire to learn. The higher the IQ, the more you want to learn. As IQ rises, so does the percentage of the population that question beyond the traps set out. Smarter peeps do question more and aren't afraid to admit to their errors. Peeps with a degree of high knowledge that is achieved and is true (elite knowledge) seem to be happier because they know and are well informed about human virtue and nature.



Discuss...


The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know absolutely nothing about.

PanthaGirl said:

In light of recent events here and seeing as the powers that be can change the course of any thread as it suits them, I'd like to know of peeps opinions in regards to the abovementioned and what may be the causes to such unbecoming behaviour.

I've noticed more often then not, online and in real life, that peeps seem to find the easy way out of a situation by pointing their boney fingers and blaming others and turning ones opinion into personal attacks. These same peeps in turn, blame others, and thus give up their power to change.

Is ignorance bliss? I think not in any form. The lower the IQ, the lower the desire to learn. The higher the IQ, the more you want to learn. As IQ rises, so does the percentage of the population that question beyond the traps set out. Smarter peeps do question more and aren't afraid to admit to their errors. Peeps with a degree of high knowledge that is achieved and is true (elite knowledge) seem to be happier because they know and are well informed about human virtue and nature.



Discuss...


The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know absolutely nothing about.

Reflection said:

Mysterioso said:

Oh no. Not this. Can't we all just get along? Just agree to disagree?

[Just a note, as long as this stays on topic with relevant discussion and remains free from attacks, I’m happy to leave this open. - CarrieMpls]

This is your favorite thing to do, 'taint it, CMP?


[I really don't want to close this topic (Okay, so I'm lying), but if I have to, I will. - CarrieMpls]

Mysterioso said:

This is your favorite thing to do, 'taint it, CMP?


[I really don't want to close this topic (Okay, so I'm lying), but if I have to, I will. - CarrieMpls]

[snip - Mysterioso]
[Edited 4/9/09 9:30am]

Giovanni777 said:

PanthaGirl said:

Okay so I post a thread and would like a discussion on intelligent issues for a change and this is your reaction.

Hey there. Brava 4 boldly bringing up a serious issue with this site, and the online culture in general. Of course, U know that doing this here, in "General Discussion", a.k.a "Land O' Cliques", means it will get torched.

Your last paragraph is quite true, and an important point, so again, BRAVA!

2 add 2 what U said, I've found that all people will react 2 a challenging situation in only 3 ways...

Run Away
Confront
Accept

Sounds like an interlude on Janet's Rhythm Nation 1814.

"I'm a lover, not a haitcher"- Pandurito

I'd hate to say it, but that's borderline ostentatious. Don't get me wrong, PG. I get where you're coming from, but this is kind of bullheaded, here. You have to understand where the non-aforementioned (*Clears Throat*) deictic of this particular thread. I respect this individual as well as you. Let's not be coy or disingenuous with the the transmittance of this message. Convey a rational message for both sides to fairly converge on. It's kind of farsighted and cliquish in itself. I'm just saying.....she's got a point, as do you. But devise a treatise that is diplomatic; not mono-partisan.
[Edited 4/9/09 9:54am]

It boils down 2 respect and certain racial undertones either perceived or otherwise. It's there, some choose 2 ignore it and some don't.

rocknrolldave said:

PanthaGirl said:

In light of recent events here and seeing as the powers that be can change the course of any thread as it suits them, I'd like to know of peeps opinions in regards to the abovementioned and what may be the causes to such unbecoming behaviour.

I've noticed more often then not, online and in real life, that peeps seem to find the easy way out of a situation by pointing their boney fingers and blaming others and turning ones opinion into personal attacks. These same peeps in turn, blame others, and thus give up their power to change.

Is ignorance bliss? I think not in any form. The lower the IQ, the lower the desire to learn. The higher the IQ, the more you want to learn. As IQ rises, so does the percentage of the population that question beyond the traps set out. Smarter peeps do question more and aren't afraid to admit to their errors. Peeps with a degree of high knowledge that is achieved and is true (elite knowledge) seem to be happier because they know and are well informed about human virtue and nature.



Discuss...


The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know absolutely nothing about.

First off, your thread title sounds like the name of a Napalm Death album, but I digress...



I won't get involved in a debate about mods, as I don't come here very often and have no contact with mods or any reason to complain either about them or to them, so I will leave that to people that do.
However, as far as ignorance is concerned, how can it ever be a good thing?
I think the word is used very often to mean something more generalised than actual ignorance, more like just general rudeness, but ignorance is a good word for that. If you are open-minded and accept that other people have differing views and come from different mind-sets (often for a reason) then how can you not be tolerant to their views and their ways, so long as they don't hurt you or those around you?

Yeah, and a "leader" probably refrains from referring to a woman as "gross" solely based on her body type.

You don't need directions and you don't need cash. From your Jimmy Choos to your Ultralash. ~ Prince
And when the groove is dead and gone, you know that Love survives so we can rock FOREVER. ~ RIP MJ

man, i just love this place.

Reflection said:

PanthaGirl said:

In light of recent events here and seeing as the powers that be can change the course of any thread as it suits them, I'd like to know of peeps opinions in regards to the abovementioned and what may be the causes to such unbecoming behaviour.

I've noticed more often then not, online and in real life, that peeps seem to find the easy way out of a situation by pointing their boney fingers and blaming others and turning ones opinion into personal attacks. These same peeps in turn, blame others, and thus give up their power to change.

Is ignorance bliss? I think not in any form. The lower the IQ, the lower the desire to learn. The higher the IQ, the more you want to learn. As IQ rises, so does the percentage of the population that question beyond the traps set out. Smarter peeps do question more and aren't afraid to admit to their errors. Peeps with a degree of high knowledge that is achieved and is true (elite knowledge) seem to be happier because they know and are well informed about human virtue and nature.



Discuss...


The greatest ignorance is to reject something you know absolutely nothing about.

tis as you say the ignoramus's always say soemthing negatively shallow and without intelligence wont get dem further to the truth so dont let these fools get you down you better then that.

SCNDLS said:

Yeah, and a "leader" probably refrains from referring to a woman as "gross" solely based on her body type.

I think pestilence went out with the bible.

starkitty said:

PanthaGirl said:

SCNDLS said:

Yeah, and a "leader" probably refrains from referring to a woman as "gross" solely based on her body type.

If you don't have anything intelligent to offer then I suggest you go back to your booty thread and post more 'gross' pics.

You don't need directions and you don't need cash. From your Jimmy Choos to your Ultralash. ~ Prince
And when the groove is dead and gone, you know that Love survives so we can rock FOREVER. ~ RIP MJ

SCNDLS said:

PanthaGirl said:

If you don't have anything intelligent to offer then I suggest you go back to your booty thread and post more 'gross' pics.

So what about what I said is "unintelligent?" You think it's perfectly fine to seriously degrade a woman because of her body type, calling her "gross" with a complete disregard and insensitivity to those on the Org who resemble her in some ways but in the next breath you're claiming to be a "leader" and possessing some kind of superior knowledge? Okay, whatevs . . .

PanthaGirl said:

SCNDLS said:

Yeah, and a "leader" probably refrains from referring to a woman as "gross" solely based on her body type.

If you don't have anything intelligent to offer then I suggest you go back to your booty thread and post more 'gross' pics.

CarrieLee said:

SCNDLS said:

So what about what I said is "unintelligent?" You think it's perfectly fine to seriously degrade a woman because of her body type, calling her "gross" with a complete disregard and insensitivity to those on the Org who resemble her in some ways but in the next breath you're claiming to be a "leader" and possessing some kind of superior knowledge? Okay, whatevs . . .

PS: Isn't Pestilence a death metal band?

You don't need directions and you don't need cash. From your Jimmy Choos to your Ultralash. ~ Prince
And when the groove is dead and gone, you know that Love survives so we can rock FOREVER. ~ RIP MJ