Religions often partake of the myth of progress that shields us from the terrors of an uncertain future.

One learns from books and example only that certain things can be done. Actual learning requires that you do those things.

Enemies make you stronger, allies make you weaker.

Question: Who governs the governors? Answer: Entropy

The purpose of argument is to change the nature of truth.

Guilt starts as a feeling of failure.

Most lives are a flight from selfhood. Most prefer the truths of the stable. You stick your head into the stanchions and munch contentedly until you die. Others use you for their purposes. Not once do you look outside the stable to lift your head and be your own creature.