The danger of knowledge - not its impermanence but to cling to what we know as if it were absolute"

"The danger of knowledge - not its impermanence but to cling to what we know as if it were absolute" - The Daily Kos | 1/1/2025

The article discusses the danger of clinging to knowledge as if it were absolute, highlighting how ideas that were once valid can become outdated over time. It emphasizes the importance of adapting to new realities instead of reifying (treating as fixed) old ideas. Drawing on George Kinder's thoughts on financial knowledge and Murray Bookchin’s philosophy, the article critiques the tendency to hold onto static concepts in a rapidly changing world. It cautions against using historical or outdated ideas as rigid guides, particularly in decision-making and politics, as this can lead to stagnation and poor adaptation.