Hi David B,
David wrote:
> Pirsig points to the positive actions of "holy" men as pragmatic
> proof of the Quality of their transcendental and mystical experiences
> and the ideas that are generated by them. Specifically, he points to
> Ghandi and Martin Luther King as individuals who were motivated this
> way. Their words and actions actually led to greater freedom for
> millions.
I've searched through Lila and can't find where Pirsig mentions either
Ghandi or King. Can you point me to the reference you have in mind?
Incidentally, you're discovery of a connection between Jefferson's "life,
liberty and the pursuit of happiness" and the MOQ was positively brilliant.
It's a great example of how, by following Horse's suggestion to "reason
from the main principles of the MOQ" we can begin to produce the 99%
of what Pirsig feels he missed. You've filled in at least one percent IMHO.
Platt
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