Eyes Of Wisdom #2

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by Deborah Juodaitis

Title

Eyes Of Wisdom #2

Artist

Deborah Juodaitis

Medium

Digital Art - Print Canvas

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Eyes Of Wisdom Modern Art By Deborah Juodaitis

Based On the Philosophy
"Adequatte Wisdom
An organizational "map" of the world and human civilization, this work discusses a wide variety of issues, including: knowing one's place in the universe; determinism and free will; the infinite universe; what is personality?; the trend towards synergy; atheism and agnosticism; compassion and punishment; the role of sexuality; death--the ultimate challenge; and is there meaning to existence?

Part 1: The Essentials
The essays in Part One focus on the approaches we can
take to create an overview of the various parts of existence,
including forms, processes and ideas; the modes of determinism,
chance, design, free will and synergy; and the division
of the world into the physical, biological, personal and
social realms. There are twelve variables of existence that
are shown to create an interrelationship that accounts for
our experiences and knowledge. The influence of recurring
forms, processes and ideas is discussed. Also, there are essays
discussing the problems we face in trying to gain a
comprehensive view of life and the cosmos, as well as a discussion
of the status of the human condition.

ESSAYS:
The grandeur and mystery of existence
Forms, processes and ideas
Modes of existence
The four divisions of existence
The variables of existence
The guiding principles of adequate wisdom
Steps to adequate wisdom
The scales of existence
The major forms
The major processes
Some ideas about existence
What are the recurring forms?
What are the recurring processes?
The search for adequate wisdom
Astonishing observations
Restating the tools in the search for adequate wisdom
Stumbling blocks to adequate wisdom
Nagging questions
Knowing one�s place in the universe
What is the status of the human condition?
Challenges facing the quest for adequate wisdom
Details and the big picture
What is existence?
What is the human mind?
How do we know what we know?
Part 2: QUESTIONS & IDEAS
Part Two offers a wide range of questions and ideas about
existence, such as determinism and free will; synergy; a goal
directed universe; vitalism; chance; mysticism; string theory;
and cosmic fine tuning. A key point is raised about the individualism
of forms and their inclination to form larger, synergistic
wholes. There are listings of the major questions in the
world, as well as a discussion of evolution versus preformation
or foreordination.

ESSAYS:
Why are things the way they are?
Determinism and free will
What is synergy?
Freedom and free will
The goal-directed universe
Vitalism
A chance only existence?
Of mysticism
Adequate wisdom and the modes of existence
What are the major questions in the world?
Synergy and individualism
String theory and the infinite universe
What are some other ideas about existence?
Cohesion and diversity
What is the largest form in the universe?
The paucity of forms
Was there a beginning to our universe?
What is cosmic fine tuning?
The chicken and egg dilemma
Entropy
What is destiny?

Part 3: PHYSICAL EXISTENCE
Part Three provides brief summaries of the major components
of the physical structures and forms within the universe,
including the particles, atoms, stars, galaxies and the
solar system.

ESSAYS:
Foundations of forms and processes
What is a quark?
What is a proton?
What is a neutron?
What is an electron?
What is electromagnetism?
What is a neutrino?
What is an atom?
What is a star?
The solar system
What is a galaxy?
The celestial frames of reference

Part 4: BIOLOGICAL & HUMAN EXISTENCE
In Part Four, there are brief descriptions of the major components
of biological existence, including the human cell,
tissue, organ and organ systems. Special attention is paid
to the human brain and its major components. Examples of
chance and determinism and their effects upon the human
body are presented by pointing out how dysfunctions in the
chromosomes can bring about illness and disease. Finally,
there is a discussion of human personality.

ESSAYS:
What is life?
Biological evolution
The hierarchical arrangements of life forms
The human cell
The key organic compounds
Embryonic stem cell
Human tissue systems
Human organ systems
The human brain and the neuron cell complexes
Brain components
A standing ovation for the brain
Human chromosome malfunctions
What is personality?
Personality types
The blend and clash of personalities
The brain and unusual human behaviors
Can we rise above circumstance?

Part 5: TRENDS & OTHER MATTERS
Part Five provides an approximate timetable of existence,
from the Big Bang through the beginnings of human civilization.
There are brief essays about the quantum universe,
relativity theory and the implications of infinity. We ask if
there will be an end to the universe, and discuss the apparent
trend toward synergy.

ESSAYS:
Cosmic and biological evolution:
An approximate and condensed timetable
The quantum universe
What is Relativity Theory?
Manifestations of existence
Evolution, design, synergy and God
The pulsating universe
The strange relationship between form and process
Prediction and uncertainty
Will there be an end to the current universe?
The implications of infinity
Adequate wisdom and physical existence
The trend towards synergy

Part 6: GOD & RELIGION
Part Six provides a wide range of essays about the notion of
God, atheism, agnosticism, the soul, prayer and the phenomenon
of religion and its powerful force in the human world;
including its influences upon human sexuality.

ESSAYS:
What is meant by God?
Does God Exist?
Atheism and Agnosticism
Adequate wisdom based solely upon a divinity
Does the soul exist?
Why do religions exist?
How does religion affect a life plan?
What is Prayer?
How do religions treat human sexuality?
How do religions and society treat homosexuality?

Part 7: HUMANITY
Part Seven contains a sweeping look at various topics that
represent and reflect the human condition and day-to-day
transactions among people. Such topics include: egoism and
altruism; intelligence and wisdom; compassion and punishment;
love and attraction; the influence of sexuality; policy
making; absolute and relative values; death; and whether
there is any meaning to life.

ESSAYS:
What influences human beings?
Egoism and altruism
The manipulation of nature
The brain, civilization and the universe
Intelligence and wisdom
Design of Laws
War and hostility
Compassion and punishment
Education of young people
Questions for teenagers
Individual humans
Human eccentricity
Love, attraction and friendship
Individual culpability
Group and institutional culpability
The emergence of human stars
Aesthetics and adequate wisdom
Instantaneous and worldwide communications
What is the influence of sexuality?
Adult Pornography
Orgasm and evolution
Self control of emotions and sexuality
Regrets
Humanity versus the rest of the animal kingdom
The individual and the state
Decision making
Policy decisions based upon adequate wisdom
Why are there changes in belief, attitude and opinion?
Change and novelty
Fanatical worship and devotion
Devotion and super patriotism
Subtexts and hidden agendas
What is luck?
Winners and losers
Unhappy people
Absolute and relative values
What are absolute beliefs?
Regulations & social engineering
Sovereignty of nations and a world government
What political and economic systems benefit humanity?
What is right and what is wrong?
What is evil?
Why do we like to blame others?
Why do we die?
Death: The Ultimate Challenge
So how do we understand life and existence?
Is there meaning to existence?
The future of existence and the Earth
Creating a life plan in the context of forms and processes

Part 8: FINAL THOUGHTS
This last part tries to summarize the key points made in this
work, as well as present various ideas, questions and speculations
that lead us toward the formation of an adequate (workable) wisdom.

ESSAYS:
Hopes and aspirations
Recap and review
Ruminations on adequate wisdom
More final thoughts and questions
Afterword

Review of book from KIRKUS REVIEWS:

February 21, 2012

"An encyclopedia-dictionary hybrid that teaches readers about the world and their own existence. Smolin takes the reader on a vast journey as he goes through the annals of knowledge. He starts with a logical breakdown of the meta-aspects of existence�form, process and idea, or 'tools,' as he puts it�for understanding the varying aspects of existence. Smolin then moves through lists and examples of these forms and processes. Using this as his extended introduction, he then turns his attention toward many large-scale questions, such as free will, mysticism and the origin of the universe.

"He systematically goes through the tangible world�from quarks to galaxies�before turning to humans and their biological and psychological makeup. But Smolin doesn�t stop there. After discussing the soul and religion, he turns to a potpourri of topics that include everything from war to orgasms. For all the immensity of topics covered, the writing is fairly easygoing. And he doesn't present fluff either, making it quite accessible for a book dealing so heavily in scientific concepts.

"With each topic given a separate chapter and most chapters stretching no more than a page or two, Smolin�s approach is to provide the reader with basic facts and ideas. It would be very easy, due to the nature of many of the topics, for the author to give skewed, opinionated views, but more often than not he succeeds in steering clear of giving his personal opinion, presenting instead a wide collection of possibilities. Although the book might struggle to find its appropriate targeted audience, the reader should find it helpful for not only presenting and outlining thoughts on various topics, but seeing where they fit into the larger structure of knowledge."



Book review from San Francisco Book Review
Rating 4.5 out of 5

"Adequate Wisdom: Essays on the Nature of Existence is an exhaustive collection of philosophical viewpoints presented for a layman. Smolin presents the general reader with an overview of essays that discuss existence, our cosmos, and the many different viewpoints held by people. The simplistic wording by Smolin makes these essays easy to comprehend and gives the general reader a framework to build a better understanding of the nature of existence.

"The essays are short but concise. Covering a wide range of diverse subject matter, the essays can be read alone or as a whole. There is a great deal of information covered by Smolin, and he does an exceptional job organizing, arranging, and presenting the vast research that is clearly evident as you read through this book. Smolin goes into great depth exploring the nature of forms and processes, which provides the background necessary to discuss the myriad of subject matter contained in this book. The book is comprised of eight parts: Essentials, Questions and Ideas, Physical Existence, Biological & Human Existence, Trends & Other Matters, God & Religion, Humanity and Final Thoughts. 'We can begin to piece together the varied components of existence, creating a clearer understanding of how the world works and then proposing guidelines to help us make wise decisions and lead meaningful lives.'

"Smolin additionally includes some ideas based upon new research, for which further scrutiny and examination is warranted. 'The obvious motif of this work is to embrace all components of the world and to suggest that everything is contingent upon everything else, while paradoxically allowing forms and processes to express themselves individually.' Most of the discussions cover scientific information and philosophical ideas, whereas, some of the discussions get a little more personal speaking about sexuality, self-control, religion, and state. While I may not agree with all of the contentions of the author, Smolin presents his work in a well-organized and classy form that leaves the reader open to explore his ideas.

"Smolin�s essays cover diverse fields of life, philosophy, cosmology, sociology and psychology. 'A key idea of adequate wisdom is the apparent duality between synergy and individualism, whereby virtually every form has its own function and structure while at the same time becoming part of another, greater structure.' It is well written and easy to understand. A worthwhile read for those have interest in this subject matter." (February 24, 2012)

Author Biography
The author has worked in public relations, journalism, writing, publishing and dramatic arts throughout his lifetime. He assisted in public relations and journalism activities for the war on poverty programs in Newark, NJ, and the New York City Human Resources Administration. He started several small book distribution companies, including International Ideas, Inc; and later expanded to form a larger publishing and distribution company, called Trans-Atlantic Publications, and is its current president. He later created and is president of Coronet Books Inc., which imports and markets academic books from many countries around the world.

He also edited the Directory of Public High Technology Corporations and was co-author of The $25,000 Challenge, a trivia quiz book. He also wrote and directed two theater plays which premiered in Philadelphia. He holds a bachelor�s degree in journalism in the school of liberal arts, Pennsylvania State University.
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Authors Notes & Clarifications
February 13, 2012

WHAT'S YOUR PERSPECTIVE?

Each one of us, as mature adults, has developed an outlook on life which in most cases dominates our world view.
The combination of personality traits, character and life experiences leads us into molds out of which come our opinions and beliefs. There are those whose ideas are inflexible and thus reject alternative viewpoints. Academic specialists can also show signs of inflexibility.

Those who hold rigid beliefs pose a problem for the development of an adequate wisdom, which cries out for the generalist in society, one who will look at all ideas with an open mind and observe the integration of all major structures, events and ideas.The specialists recognize the individuality of existence (one-half truth) but often skirt the issue of a holistic view of the world (the other half-truth).

Adequate wisdom holds a comprehensive perspective of existence by integrating the parts and the wholes. It allows
us to observe the specialized functions of things amidst the synergistic aggregation of them.

But, where are the generalists?



January 24, 2012

AN ORGANIZATIONAL MAP OF EXISTENCE

In writing this work, I wanted to construct an overview of the universe and humanity and to offer a condensed overview of all the major factors that comprise existence, especially for non-specialists. I could not have attempted such a task without the brilliance of thinkers both past and present who have provided me with a wealth of thoughts or idea systems to guide me through my presentation.

I have added a few of my own ideas and speculations, which represent more often than not an organizational map of existence. By using form, process and idea I believe I have made it a bit simpler to grasp the essence of the world. These three cardinal tools allow us to branch out and search for that which influences everything else, all leading to the formation of a workable wisdom that can guide us towards the evolution of a well managed civilization.

This overview procedure is meant to simplify and codify existence in order to develop an adequate wisdom of the universe and humanity. It should be quite obvious that this work is an early attempt at such a workable wisdom. But even though not a specialist, I nonetheless took the task to heart and tried my best to show how the universe and we are interrelated in more than just the obvious ways. That is, there remains an inexorable relationship among the cardinal parts of the world which leads to an holistic and synergistic trend of evolution.



January 23, 2012

MORE ON IDEAS

The book often indicates that ideas result from the interconnections between form and process. And they do. But we should also emphasize that ideas generated by free will and design create new forms and processes; so that all three tools are truly linked together.

.Written for the general reader, the book provides a broad overview of the structures, events and ideas in the world with the goal of achieving an adequate (workable) understanding of the cosmos and the human condition.




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