So how is thinking we are more intelligent than people in the past not more arrogant? "He who exalts himself will be humbeled and he who humbles himself will be exalted." I hardly think that boasting is a sign of superior intelligence. It's the easiest thing in the world to do. So no, we are not only not more intelligent, we are closer to annihilating ourselves than ever before! I agree with the scientists who say we are in a state of decay which is evidenced by people who call themseves intellignet thinking that we descended from apes. That theory sadly epitomizes our degree of decay.
Which scientists?
Further, we have longer lifespans than ever before. Better medicin than ever before. Higher standards of living than ever before. We get to keep our teeth longer than ever before. More people are fed than ever before. The population is larger than ever before.
I agree that there is alot of suffering and crappyness in the world. And I agree that human stupidity combined with great power is a recipie for destruction.
But your idea that people before were "just as" smart as people today is the dumbest thing I have ever heard. Open your eyes and look around you. See what mankind has accomplished and be greatfull.
Not too long ago your lifespan would have been estimated at 30.
This message has been edited by Yaro, 12-07-2005 01:16 PM
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