Alas, none of the below thinkers has a blog.
The following people were intelligent, introspective, and wise; however, they did not commit their thoughts to writing. Instead, they left that task to their students, much like Jesus and Muhammad would do as well in a later age:
- Mahavira (599 – 527 BCE): Founder of Jainism
- Buddha (563 – 483 BCE): Founder of Buddhism
- Socrates (470 – 399 BCE): Founder of Western Philosophical Tradition
Did any corruption enter into their unique lessons, placed their by eager students, either purposefully or through a true misunderstanding? I always wonder how different the world would be, if such teachers had composed books on their insights first-hand.
I recommend you write down your thoughts, so no one ever second-guesses you, now or later.
Since you have begun coaching me and encouraging me to write things down the change has been amazing! You have helped me in many ways to move forward in my life. You are truly a great person Thom!
Posted by: susie austin | October 09, 2007 at 04:32 PM
Great post and excellent blog!
I couldn't agree more - I think that is what is so powerful about the technology age. We write and share our lives so much with one another (or at least I do!) that I think we are definitely writing our own histories as we go.
What struck me the other day though was how much I rely on electronic storage for my precious memories. I haven't printed out photos in years and I have nothing in paper format. What would happen if all of a sudden nothing worked?
I think it's a great reminder to get things out, on paper, so that we can create lasting memories regardless of how times change.
Erin Blaskie
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Posted by: Erin Blaskie | October 16, 2007 at 10:42 AM