Re: Polemics for longevity

From: J. R. Molloy (jr@shasta.com)
Date: Sat Jan 22 2000 - 22:23:52 MST


From: Technotranscendence <neptune@mars.superlink.net>
>As expected, I disagree. I see a lot of people sacrificing themselves
>selflessly, which, by its very definition is destructive. I.e., sacrifice
>involves destruction. I think if people really cared about themselves, they
>would not be stupid or destructive.

"sacrificing themselves selflessly"? How can anyone sacrifice their own self
"selflessly"?

If they are selfless, then they have no self to sacrifice.
Self-sacrifice remains a selfish act. Think about it.

--J. R.



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