Who am I?

Philosophical perspective

• "Who am I?" is one of the oldest questions in philosophy that explores the nature of human identity and existence.

• In philosophy, the self is viewed as a complex concept that includes not only individual characteristics but also memories, emotions, ways of thinking, experiences, and social relationships.

• Kant explored human existence and the meaning of life by connecting "Who am I?" with fundamental questions such as "What can I know?", "What should I do?", and "What can I hope for?".

 

Scientific perspective

• Science, especially neuroscience and psychology, explains the self as the function of the brain and its interaction with cognition, memory, and the environment.

• Humans are the only living creatures that recognize their own existence, and the self is viewed as being formed by the brain's complex information processing and accumulation of experiences.

• In other words, "Who am I?" can be said to be the result of a complex interaction of genetics, environment, brain structure and function, and social experiences. Religious perspectives

 

• Religions interpret the question "Who am I?" in terms of the spiritual nature of humans, the purpose of existence, and the relationship with God.

• For example, in Christianity, human identity is linked to the meaning of being a creation of God, as in God's answer, "I am who I am".

• Buddhism emphasizes the practice of finding the "true self" to shed attachments and illusions and realize the original self.

• Religious perspectives tend to connect the reason for human existence and the purpose of life to a transcendent being or ultimate truth.

 

In summary, "Who am I?" is a question that asks about existence and identity in philosophy, the product of the brain and environment in science, and the spiritual nature and purpose of life in religion. Each perspective explores the essence of humans in a complementary way.