Great Books Ep 107. Herodotus - The History - Book 1 (Clio), Part 2. How Trying to Prevent Fate Creates It

The attempts to control the future by trying to eliminate perceived threats like AI or human imperfection are probably less wise than guiding their development.

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“Son of Cambyses, the gods assuredly watch over thee, or never wouldst thou have passed through thy many wonderful adventures”

~ ‘The History’ by Herodotus (George Rawlinson translation. GB6 - p. 29)

Brief Summary - The History - Book 1 (Clio) - Sections 92-140:

1 - Croesus & Lydia’s Legacy

When Croesus sends messengers to t…