Refreshing discussion. My short definition of philosophy is the search for meaning. I have never studied philosophy, but I can say that I may have had more than may share of existential angst. I have recently been questioning the apparent lack of questioning in this country. I say apparent because I'm not sure if this is the reality or I may be completely wrong and this maybe some illusion that afflicts my view. In any case, my search lead me to this thread.

Where does one go to find the "native" Malaysian philosopher? where does one find the Nietzsche of Malaysia? Does one look for him among the political elite? or the university academics? Is he malay, chinese or indian? What are the philosophical basis that underlie life in Malaysia? Who formulated them? who imported them? Or maybe the question should be what is the spirit of Malaysia? the ghost that animates this country?

Please forgive my naive questions. I'm only trying to say that I think it is healthy to question because for man, to understand the meaning behind the form is perhaps more important than the form itself.