Why is it that only humans have intelligence and other species do not?This question has been bothering us all along. Humans possess intelligence, while other species do not. Why is that?The difference between humans and other species is that humans possess abstract thinking, judgment, and creativity, while other species do not. Therefore, we need to dig deeper and understand the nature of wisdom.
Wisdom isn't just about using tools, and it's not just about solving problems. It involves understanding the world, thinking abstractly, judging right from wrong, feeling beauty and ugliness, etc. Only humans possess this kind of comprehensive ability.
Why don't other species have intelligence?First of all, we need to understand that wisdom requires brain power, and the development of brain power needs cultural, linguistic, and social nudging. This means that for a species to develop intelligence, it needs to have a system that can pass on knowledge. Other species, for various reasons, do not have such a system.
Chimpanzees, for example, are very intelligent animals and can use even simple tools. However, their skills have not been passed on. A chimpanzee learns a skill that can only be taught to its mother, and then that skill disappears as they die. Unlike humans, our skills and knowledge can be passed down through various forms such as writing, language, art, etc.
In addition, the development of wisdom requires curiosity, a desire to explore, and creativity. Humans are naturally hungry for these, while other species do not have such a drive.
So, to sum up, why are only humans intelligent?Because we need cultural, linguistic and social nudges, we have a strong curiosity and a desire to explore, and we have systems that can pass on knowledge. These factors work together to give humans a unique intelligence.
So, should we cherish and pass on our wisdom more?Let's work together to create more beauty for this world.