Throughout history, people have asked what is the purpose of life? Many people would have different purposes; however, they would generally be the same. Some people would answer that the purpose of life is money and property, while others would say the purpose of life is happiness and family. Despite having different purposes, they question the purpose of life. Before his death in 399 B.C.E, Greek philosopher Socrates said, “The unexamined life is not worth living.”1 In order to live a fulfilling life, Socrates believed that one must examine self and the world around. Through movies, Socrates death, YouTube clips and even my personal experience, one is able to see the importance of life and the future. In American Beauty2, Click3 and The Bucket List4,…
Some people do not know their purpose in life or even what they want to do later on in life and I thought I was the same way. I kept looking back on my past trying to figure out what I have done to get me where I am today. Soon I realized that I enjoy encouraging others, helping students that have no one else to help them succeed, and pushing them to achieve their fullest. I believe that is my overall purpose in my life. One life purpose I believe I have is to help others in need. By helping…
I miss you so dearly. I truly wish I could be with you but I have to fulfill what I now consider the purpose of my life. Making this major and life threatening choice was very difficult but I am willing to go to all measures to discover what has been a mystery to us for so long. I am aware my theories are against so many and can cause people to be at strife but it is those who stand with their beliefs alone who prosper the most. I wish you to be open-minded before reading this and hopefully…
11. What is PURPOSE of Life? • Not all terrestrial humans are without a ‘gut feeling’ that LIFE HAS TO HAVE A MEANING! There is wide range of questions, usually with implying answers, on True Purpose of Life, IF there is one, in formulations such as: ‘What is the meaning of life?’, ‘What 's it all about?’, ‘Who are we?’, ‘What is the reason to live?’ ‘What is the purpose of one 's life?’, ‘What are we living for?’, ‘What is the origin of life?’, ‘What is the nature of reality?’, ‘What are we…
Christianity What’s the meaning and the purpose of life, the Christian life. According to the bible it is to glorify God and the enjoyment of him forever. It’s our belief in Jesus based on the life and teaching of Jesus, relating to the qualities and spirit of Jesus especially in showing concerns of others. In the ideal world Christianity is taught as children, through songs and stories of the bible. The very first song I learned as a child was “Jesus loves”. Growing up all I ever heard from my…
The purpose of life is to give it away.”-Pablo Picasso. Although that it is proclaimed in evolutionary psychology that biologically speaking we are just composed of many cells working all together towards just sustaining the life force that is within us. Even though not a biblical view we can see that as people, our purpose in life is to find what good that we can do in the world and that is a part of what our purpose is in our life. It is live out what our passions are in our lives, may that be…
you ever pondered about your life’s purpose? These maybe some of the questions you have asked yourself at some point in life. Others may still be asking such questions. For those who are still asking, you are not alone in your quest for clarity. For those whose path is clouded with doubt, put your worries aside and let the light in. Because, for sure, it would not help you find your way. For those who blindly trudge on every path presented; stop, breathe, and focus. There is only one way towards…
is for them to define is , 'What the meaning of life is? '. It stirs the subconscious to wonder that perhaps there is a particular ultimate objective of your life. In order to reach that breakthrough a person will need to reach the affirmation that there is a game plan for them to satisfy in this lifetime, they don 't just exist to exist. To do so each individual must choose from among the reasons of what they believe their life purpose behind existing is. This will be determined by each…
To live a meaningful life is a exceedingly individualistic aspiration, one may say it is to do good in the world while someone else may say that to live a life of meaning and purpose is through personal success. Much like any other person, philosophers as well as biblical figures would agree that a life of meaning and purpose is dependent to personal experiences. To live the experience of a meaningful life often depends on the circumstances along with experiences that people endure. A life of…
Pablo Picasso once proclaimed, "The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away,” a statement that resonates strongly with me. While many search for an astounding revelation about the meaning and purpose of life, I believe that it is a simple as Picasso stated: to find our gifts and put them to good use. I have been blessed with compassion and an affinity for science, gifts which lead me to trust that my purpose in life is to become a doctor. While there are a…