Intuition Koan (Philosophical Riddle)
The intellect created science and technology. It’s relationship to logic and mathematics makes questions and answers appear absolute and correct.
But the intellect is BLIND. It has misdirected our understanding of the world. And by misfortune, it has become the master of the mind. Our intellect has forgotten how to ask questions.
Example: When you light a candle, where does the light come from?
Intellect Responds: As organic molecules oxidize, electrons move to higher valence orbitals and the change of wavelength emits energy that produces light.
Problem: Intellect tells us the “How” and explains the mechanics - and we are satisfied with the answer - because the mind tells us that truth lies only in that which can be proven… scientifically.
BUT INTELLECT FAILED TO ANSWER THE QUESTION!