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What do you think is more dangerous: hatred or desire?

FIRE AND ICE
by Robert Frost

Some say the world will end in fire
Some say in ice.
From what I’ve tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.

What do you think is more dangerous: hatred or desire?

FIRE AND ICE
by Robert Frost

Some say the world will end in fire
Some say in ice.
From what I’ve tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.

Atheists: Is man too smart for evolution?

In other words, is man’s intelligence too high to support the argument of evolution which purports necessary mutations will be adopted for survival of a species. If man became smart enough to fend off wild game, harness fire, build shelter and then plant crops, why did man’s mind continue to develop in intelligence to the point where we create the fine arts, symphonies, higher mathematics, etc.. We may have had free time, but that would have led to devolution, as the lack of needs would require fewer skills.

What pushed man to develop such high intelligence far beyond his need as a species? Doesn’t this conflict with evolution?
Why is this posted in the R&S section? – Please forgive me, but I get far more responses here than Biology and it is a cross-over topic.

Atheists: Is man too smart for evolution?

In other words, is man’s intelligence too high to support the argument of evolution which purports necessary mutations will be adopted for survival of a species. If man became smart enough to fend off wild game, harness fire, build shelter and then plant crops, why did man’s mind continue to develop in intelligence to the point where we create the fine arts, symphonies, higher mathematics, etc.. We may have had free time, but that would have led to devolution, as the lack of needs would require fewer skills.

What pushed man to develop such high intelligence far beyond his need as a species? Doesn’t this conflict with evolution?
Why is this posted in the R&S section? – Please forgive me, but I get far more responses here than Biology and it is a cross-over topic.

Gerber 31-000699 Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter

Gerber 31-000699 Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter

Gerber 31-000699 Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter

  • Compact fire starter with ferrocerium rod and metal striker
  • Lanyard to keep product secure and together
  • Emergency whistle, integrated into lanyard cord
  • Waterproof storage compartment for tinder
  • Land to air rescue and SOS instructions also priorities of survival pocket guide

The product of collaboration between Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls, the Survival Series Fire Starter is a must-have for scouting, camping, and hiking expeditions. Small and compact, this fire starter offers years of use. Watertight construction keeps tinder safe and dry, so when you need it, you can trust that it’s ready to use.

Gerber and survival expert Bear Grylls Logo
Survival Series Fire Starter
At a Glance:
  • Compact fire starter with ferrocerium rod and metal striker

  • Waterproof storage compartment keeps tinder dry
  • Lanyard cord with integrated emergency whistle holds pieces together
  • Lightweight and portable kit is less than 5 inches long
  • Includes Bear Grylls’ Priorities of Survival pocket guide and land to air rescue and SOS instructions
at a glance
Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter Open
Start fires when and where you need them with this ferrocerium rod and metal striker. View larger.
Bear Grylls Survival Series Fire Starter Closed
The Fire Starter features a waterproof storage compartment to keep tinder dry. View larger.

Bear Grylls and Gerber Team Up
The Fire Starter is part of the Gerber Bear Grylls Survival Series of gear. This collaboration brings together Gerber’s 70+ years of knife and gear expertise with Bear Grylls’s extensive outdoor survival and adventure experience to create a one-of-a-kind line of knives, tools, and gear.

From spending time in the British SAS, to scaling Mount Everest, Bear knows what it takes to be a survivor in extreme situations and multiple environments. Now he brings that knowledge to the creation of a range of items that help you make the most of your outdoor adventures.

Get a Fire Going Quickly and Safely
The Fire Starter contains everything you need to get a fire going–simply pull the unit apart. It features a ferrocerium rod and a metal striker, as well as a waterproof storage compartment to keep tinder dry.

A lanyard keeps each piece of the product secure while it’s open, and has an integrated emergency whistle for quick access when you need it.

Bear Grylls' Pocket Survival Guide
Bear Grylls’ Pocket Survival Guide

Lightweight Design for Easy Portability
Measuring 4-4/5 inches when closed, with a weight of 2-3/5 ounces, the Fire Starter fits neatly into a backpack or gear bag. It is a self-contained, waterproof unit that can be easily converted into a fire-starting kit by pulling the two ends apart.

Includes Bear Grylls’ Pocket Survival Guide
This tool comes with land to air rescue instructions and BearGrylls’ informative Priorities of Survival pocket guide, loaded with survival basics designed to help keep you alive until you can be rescued or rescue yourself.

What’s in the Box
Fire starter kit with starter, rod, and lanyard, and pocket survival guide.



Bear Grylls
From the highest peaks of the Himalayas, to the rainforests of South America, if world renowned outdoorsman Bear Grylls is on an adventure you can be sure he’s equipped with the most durable outdoor gear Gerber has to offer.


List Price: $ 18.76

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