posted on Nov, 9 2010 @ 01:25 AM
Natural science and philosophy were the guide from the start. Man as hunter and gatherer utilized them both, probably unknowingly in most cases, as
instinct. They are more ancient and sacred than any religion, surely.
My guess is government is as old as languages and religions. Laws were presumed necessary if not for educational purposes, then for discouragement,
accountability and order. Then there is the fear of the unknown, of the next natural disaster, predator, or sickness. This leads to superstition,
myth, and the need for warriors, caregivers, and so on.
I firmly believe modern man has advanced to the point where superstition and myth are needed less, and good science more. Science has undergone too
many horrible experiments in the 20th century. The scientific method was in many cases utterly ignored, and in some cases exploited for inhumane
ends, no doubt inspired by superstitious and mythical subversion to the most sacred, ancient of laws, namely natural science.
The government system has failed largely due to economical abuse and the scientific misuse of resources. Letting go of the outdated systems of power
is the challenge we're constantly faced with, it seems. In the past, a society could be invaded and enslaved, and thus forced to conform to the new
power. Today, it would seem we have the dignity to acknowledge any society's right to rule itself with respect to its scientific advancement. We in
so-called first-world countries are just as limited in respect to our scientific responsibilities. To utilize science for the benefit of the global
culture of mankind is our highest calling... that has spiritual profit. If man can be comfortable and healthy enough in his current condition, then
he will naturally have the excesses of virtue to make things better for those around him.
Economic profit is just a fictional score for a real game. Sadly, it carries a lot of weight for the rest of mankind.