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> But not every appeal to logic comes from malicious philosophers. Most do not. Whether it comes from a malicious philosopher or somebody who means well but is
by MichaelCollins 4y ago
> But not every appeal to logic comes from malicious philosophers. Most do not.
Whether it comes from a malicious philosopher or somebody who means well but is confused, it is generally prudent to consider whether the discussion is actually worth your time.
I haven't met many philosophers actually pitching Zeno's paradoxes at people, but some I've encountered recently for real: reasons why Jesus is the means to salvation, why the Earth is flat, and why we're probably living in a simulation. I brush these aside without giving them serious responses, because I selfishly want to spend my time in other ways.
- conqueso 4y agoThat's not selfish - we only have so much time. The expectation that one should engage with everybody all the time will lead to misery. It's totally okay to say " no thanks, have a nice day" Edit: I realize your pointing out the prudence of an upfront decision of whether or not to engage means we probably agree here, I just consider the word selfish to be a bit harsh
- bobthechef 4y ago