They say the spirit lives on, but if we never take our memories into another li

Question:

They say the spirit lives on, but if we never take our memories into another life?

Does it not mean that this time around is the only time we live, as far as WE are concerned. And does that not mean that for us death is final? If this is not the right place to post this question would somebody please re-direct me.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Who are "they?". If they say we never take our memories into another life" where do they get their evidence? No one has ever come back to relate what another life is like or even if there is another life.

Why were memories created or evolved? If you believe (from experience) that every effect has its cause then the effect of memory too has a cause and a purpose in life. We just don't know what its cause and purpose is completely.

I know this is anathema in a philosophy section but there is no disgrace in saying honestly, "I do not know!" There is also no disgrace in having faith that there is some cause and purpose.

Seek on but provide some source and evidence for assertions.