The meaning of life is epistemic, encompassing a spectrum of understanding and curiosity from primitive self-knowledge to the quest for grand scientific theories. "Meaning of life" equates to "meaning in life". This is compatible with, but doesn't require, divine purpose. Even religious traditions that refer meaning to divine purpose highlight the epistemic, albeit perversely, since they seek to constrain it for humans.

Life is just like simple harmonic oscillator. When we are about to born or wborn we were with GOD at very high heigh with maximumum saved potential energy ,when we are born we have potential stored energy . Kinetic energy is zero when we start growing potential energy start decreasing kinetic enerfy start increasing when we are in mid kinetic energy = potential energy after mid potential enegy start increasing kinetic start decresing. when we become old very low kinetic enegy . when we die again we go to God .AT height. High potential energy and 0 kinetic energy.

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Amalya Sukiasyan

Literature is origin of life mam.

Hii , a very thanks to you all who study literature. Because science is born out from literature only. first imagination is formed, then they are written or drawn in form of art and literature. THen they are viewed by people . much energy is given to thoughts by different mind. Then theoretician scientist come with mathematical concept. then experimentalist make it true . then engineer do invention and government implement it.

so literature is origin of life.

Karl Pfeifer, thank you for your response. The meaning of life is multilayered, extensively analyzed, but unresolved in finite completeness. Its epistemic interpretation reaffirms the transcendental value of knowledge, highlighting the intricate power of self-awareness and metacognition. Socrates did not consider self-knowledge as primitive. He encouraged humanity to reflect on their own selves, demonstrating the Delphic wisdom: “Know yourself.”

Anuradha Chhillar, thank you for your response. It's interesting to approach philosophical questions in the context of physics and exact sciences in general. Interdisciplinary perspectives have been highly encouraged in recent years. Each branch of science, whether hard or soft, contributes to the improvement of life and provides continuous progress for society. Literary studies is a branch of science within the scope of the humanities. It indeed reflects various aspects of life, showing its order and harmony (classicism), how it is (realism), how it should be (critical realism), and how the writer wanted life to have been (romanticism). To sum up, literature expresses psychological struggles, cultural beliefs, and philosophical reflections on life, being a source of inspiration, eternal values, and word-shaped beauty.

Amalya Sukiasyan

Self-knowledge comes on a spectrum. When I referred to "primitive self-knowledge" I meant the early stage of self-knowledge arising in very early childhood, when one begins to distinguish self from other. After that, self-knowledge is on an upward trajectory and hopefully achieves a nuanced Socratic level. The tragedy of old age is cognitive decline, which can result in a drastic loss of meaning in one's life.

Dear Amalya Sukiasyan

The meaning of life is that what exists (can be defined as existing) should be in balance with its surroundings.

For further explanation, see the book' AZ ESZME'

Regards,

Laszlo

Karl Pfeifer, in some cases, the early stage of self-knowledge does not end with childhood and continues throughout one's whole life. Although the risk of cognitive decline increases in parallel to one's age, it can also occur indirectly while one is young: a dramatic lack of intellectual engagement, deep thinking, reflective analysis, and critical perception can significantly limit one's reasoning abilities, leading to cognitive barriers.

László Attila Horváth, thank you for your response. Yes, the meaning of life can be found in tranquil existence, where inner peace contrasts with the chaotic nature of the world. Metaphysical harmony, which regulates the inequalities of the universe, maintains its power in exploring truth and meaning.

Amalya Sukiasyan

Yes, I was painting with a broad brush and indeed there are many variations. But my basic point remains. The meaning to be found in life derives from epistemic or cognitive function.

In this life, sometimes people never know what awaits them. They just work for a purpose in a cycle and everything that is going to happen suddenly starts to happen.

Veysel Eliş, thank you for your response. Yes, besides the possibilities of strategic planning and shaping grounded prospects, life is also characterized by its uncertainty and unpredictability. As John Lennon said, 'Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.'

Amalya, thank you for welcoming our collaboration in discussing The Meaning of Life. Such an interesting discussion! I am mentioning it in the thesis I am writing. So, out of what I could discover for myself and understand so far, I describe the meaning of life as the calm movement of creating. Take care, my friend.

Marcos, thank you for your response. Yes, creating something lasting and valuable can capture the meaning of life, especially when it contributes positively to the world. I’m glad that this topic is part of your thesis.

Hi everyone, I’ve started a research project on the essence of knowledge, which will include interdisciplinary perspectives, and research across multiple fields. I have shared about it across several discussions. If you would like to participate in the project, you can learn more here: https://www.researchgate.net/post/The_Essence_of_Knowledge_Initiative_An_Independent_Research_Project_with_Collaborative_Contributions