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RE: Paragons of thought ( part 1 )
Man, what a meaty post. “… for this discovery of yours will create forgetfulness in the learners’ souls…”
To which I draw the parallel of technology, google searches, wiki, phones and tablets that generate answers to questions in an instant, and what I think is “the dumbing down” of society ironically through instant information/gratification.
But then again, what do I know, nothing. What do you think about that?
Well... I think that you are onto something actually! If Socrates was skeptical towards writing then I don't think he would have much to add in regard to our modern technological marvels.
I totally agree with you on that, the ease of having nearly all the knowledge in the world in an instant comes with a serious cost and the effects of that are not immediately realized in a single generation.
And it goes the other way as well. Since it's very easy to put information out there the number of dubious info has also risen. Critical thought, a healthy amount of skepticism and appreciation of what is worthy are our weapons of choice here!
Thank you for commenting here @puravidaville! I wish you stick by and check my later post dedicated on the French philosopher Jacues Ellul. I think you will find his concerns very relevant with the issue you have raised here.
Take care!