Life is action, not contemplation.
This maxim contains an idea that is both acceptable and refutable. It implies that life is not the sum total of only dreams and thoughts. Life consists of a continuous series of actions. It has been said that action is life and inaction is death. Action means great and good deeds, heroic achievements that benefit human beings, contribute to the advancement of civilization as well as bring fame and glory to the doer of such deeds. Life becomes erratic and meaningless without worthwhile action. Without great deeds, life becomes stagnant and loses much of its charm. A life consisting of thought and reflection only is bound to be futile if such thoughts do not produce useful action. It however does not mean that contemplation has no meaning or relevance to life. Contemplation generates peace of mind, tranquility, and contentment. Action that promotes civilization and makes life beautiful are products of deep contemplation. Hence life is both action and contemplation.
This maxim contains an idea that is both acceptable and refutable. It implies that life is not the sum total of only dreams and thoughts. Life consists of a continuous series of actions. It has been said that action is life and inaction is death. Action means great and good deeds, heroic achievements that benefit human beings, contribute to the advancement of civilization as well as bring fame and glory to the doer of such deeds. Life becomes erratic and meaningless without worthwhile action. Without great deeds, life becomes stagnant and loses much of its charm. A life consisting of thought and reflection only is bound to be futile if such thoughts do not produce useful action. It however does not mean that contemplation has no meaning or relevance to life. Contemplation generates peace of mind, tranquility, and contentment. Action that promotes civilization and makes life beautiful are products of deep contemplation. Hence life is both action and contemplation.