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A Short Theory On Religion by emeralddayo(f): 10:52am On Sep 26, 2015 |
#copied ReLIGION AND TRADITION... Lesson from Monkeys The 8 Monkeys (This is reportedly based on an actual experiment conducted in the U.K.) Put eight monkeys in a room. In the middle of the room is a ladder, leading to a bunch of bananas hanging from a hook on the ceiling. Each time a monkey tries to climb the ladder, all the monkeys are sprayed with ice water, which makes them miserable. Soon enough, whenever a monkey attempts to climb the ladder, all of the other monkeys, not wanting to be sprayed, set upon him and beat him up. Soon, none of the eight monkeys ever attempts to climb the ladder. One of the original monkeys is then removed, and a new monkey is put in the room. Seeing the bananas and the ladder, he wonders why none of the other monkeys are doing the obvious. But undaunted, he immediately begins to climb the ladder. All the other monkeys fall upon him and beat him silly. He has no idea why. However, he no longer attempts to climb the ladder. A second original monkey is removed and replaced. The newcomer again attempts to climb the ladder, but all the other monkeys hammer the crap out of him. This includes the previous new monkey, who, grateful that he’s not on the receiving end this time, participates in the beating because all the other monkeys are doing it. However, he has no idea why he’s attacking the new monkey. One by one, all the original monkeys are replaced. Eight new monkeys are now in the room. None of them have ever been sprayed by ice water. None of them attempt to climb the ladder. All of them will enthusiastically beating up any new monkey who tries, without having any idea why. And that is how traditions, religions and systems get established and followed. Think twice before following a tradition,religion or system blindly .. it would make more sense if you get understanding. Do have a wonderful day cc emusmithm, lalasticlala been almost two years i posted this here....rereading this makes me think of the religious situation of our country. ALL IS WELL 15 Likes 7 Shares |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by Goodyshoes(m): 10:57am On Sep 26, 2015 |
Aptly written...... Utterly brilliant. One has to be very cautious of what we subscribe to. Dogma has so much captivated people that reason has lost its voice and people rather appeal to what they've been told or heard, rather than thinking outside the box and cross examining what they've always believed in. Nice one OP. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by respect80(m): 10:58am On Sep 26, 2015 |
So what now ![]() |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by emeralddayo(f): 11:05am On Sep 26, 2015 |
Goodyshoes:thanks alot.....good morning |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by emeralddayo(f): 11:06am On Sep 26, 2015 |
respect80:walk off the thread 4 Likes 1 Share |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by Goodyshoes(m): 11:12am On Sep 26, 2015 |
emeralddayo:How are you.... |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by menesheh(m): 12:11pm On Sep 26, 2015 |
respect80: So what now? It Is how religion and traditional believes got its sting to your mindset by hosts that doesn't want you to voilet a set rules. Don't question, It is inhuman to do so to religion. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by menesheh(m): 12:14pm On Sep 26, 2015 |
emeralddayo: Awesome experiment using our nearest uncles to demonstrate our intuitive cognitive process. |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by respect80(m): 3:25pm On Sep 26, 2015 |
menesheh: So what ![]() |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by respect80(m): 4:55pm On Sep 26, 2015 |
emeralddayo: Please help me stop a bike man so I can do that... |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by emeralddayo(f): 8:18am On Sep 27, 2015 |
Goodyshoes:am good thanks |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by neocortex: 5:46pm On Apr 22, 2017 |
lalasticlala, please check out this awesome story. 1 Like |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by frank317: 9:14pm On Apr 22, 2017 |
Lol.... Reminds me of people believing in hell without ever going there or knowing anyone that has ever been there. 2 Likes |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by hopefulLandlord: 9:41pm On Apr 22, 2017 |
neocortex: for where? |
Re: A Short Theory On Religion by otemanuduno: 10:13pm On Apr 22, 2017 |
Lalasticlala!!! 1 Like |
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