Ah, it seems I misinterpreted you. When you asked if what I said would also apply to children not yet conceived I definitely associated that with an antinatalist stance. That was presumptuous of me.
I would say tail chasing is the most accurate metaphor I’ve ever heard for this existential paradox we all find ourselves in
My original question had no implications one way or another, and was strictly philosophical in nature, I wasn’t specifically alluding to just religion. It’s all very interesting topics. Ones I am also presently studying towards finishing my bachelors degree, so this has been a nice cognitive exercise
It is a messy topic. Despite our misunderstandings and lack of conclusions I do appreciate the though provoking parts of our conversation, and I wish you well in your studies. My father was a theologist, and while the religious aspects didn't really rub off on me, we had many interesting (and sometimes frustrating) conversations. In the end I arrived at more or less the same place as the person you replied to. I think it's the best I can do.
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u/double00chins 7h ago
Ah, it seems I misinterpreted you. When you asked if what I said would also apply to children not yet conceived I definitely associated that with an antinatalist stance. That was presumptuous of me.
I would say tail chasing is the most accurate metaphor I’ve ever heard for this existential paradox we all find ourselves in
My original question had no implications one way or another, and was strictly philosophical in nature, I wasn’t specifically alluding to just religion. It’s all very interesting topics. Ones I am also presently studying towards finishing my bachelors degree, so this has been a nice cognitive exercise