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andreygrehov ◴[] No.43715126[source]
Let’s assume there is alien life on many planets beyond our solar system. Now what? What’s the practical benefit?
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martopix ◴[] No.43718603[source]
What's the practical benefit of Beethoven?
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1. andreygrehov ◴[] No.43720112[source]
Beethoven’s music directly impacts human lives. It evokes emotion and inspires creativity. Its value lies in its immediate effect. In contrast, knowing that life exists millions of light-years away offers no such tangible impact. It’s a data point. An interesting one, sure, but it doesn’t feed the hungry, cure disease, change policy, or even affect your commute. So yea, Beethoven is a lived experience, whereas aliens in Andromeda are an abstract concept.
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2. martopix ◴[] No.43782815[source]
No, for me knowing certain mind-blowing scientific facts is, personally, as cool as listening to Beethoven.