Words

In class we have been discussing the importance of words. We had to pick 5 words which we felt were the most significant to human language. I chose words that are significant to the human condition and play a vital role a in our being. The words I chose are happiness, faith, hunger, power, and love. These words are what first came to mind when considering life and the history of the world. Of course everyone has different opinions of what are the most important words in language and what these words mean to them and the human condition. However, these words undoubtedly define an important elements of life. Happiness is a major part of life, many may argue that it is the reason why we keep living, The pursuit of happiness is a basic American right for such reasons. Happiness is part of what makes life worth living. Faith has always played a vital role in the path of mankind. Throughout history there have been countless religions and ideologies that have guided human kind. These practices have affected mankind in immeasurable ways from purpose, fulfillment, and some cases even war, thus playing a vital role in history. Hunger, whether it be the need for food or yearning in general is a constant in ones life. Many people do unbelievable things in order to feed such hunger. In addition, quenching hunger is what makes life possible and historically the inability to do so has led to the demise of too many. Power can be materialistic, political, or even a measure of ones strength. The quest for power is a constant incentive for many, as power usually comes with rewards. The quest for power and the misuse of power is what has led to the rise and fall of societies throughout history. This human characteristic has not changed and continues to impact our daily life. Finally, love.... arguably the most important of them all. Love comes in infinite forms: love for ones family, love for a deity, or even love for the earth and ones surroundings. This love drives ones actions and is vital for ones happiness. Without love one would be completely lonely which is arguably not a life at all.

~ Vanessa Sanchez :D