thoughts....

[jokersdown]

"If shadows lead the bright astray then do the blind walk with the fool in darkness

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[ishmaella]

What aspect of better?

What is better?

Happiness?
Justice?
Prosperity?
Health?

It all depends on your priorities.

[jokersdown]

so death could be a priority.......where then does that leave our travelers

[ishmaella]

In that case, I recommend wide-open eyes...both to fortify the courage and make seeking out opportunities easier.

[jokersdown]

but there could be some low branches and really sharp rocks....

[abluequandary]

If the sighted man seeks peace, he may have to be content with shadow. There is, after all, beauty in mystery.

What makes you think the blind man has no fear of shadows? Assuming this is true, surely there are limits to his other senses just as there are limits to the first man's sight.

In the end both men are blind to a degree. If they are wise they will acknowledge their blindness and use what sight they have. From this standpoint, I agree with Aynsley's question. What is better?

Does it matter?

[jokersdown]

i guess that's the whole point. Does it really matter?

[abluequandary]

Probably not. We get what we get. To whom much has been given, much will be expected, and so forth.