The Enlightenment of the 18th century and positivism of the 19th century will be characterized by the flourishing of science and the general dominance of rational interpretation over intuitive perception of reality. As a result, mythology will be almost completely neglected. For an educated person in Western culture, myths were nothing more than beautiful stories … Read more
“Virtue is nothing more than acting in accordance with the laws of one’s own nature. Spinoza” “Today, it seems that the concept of “virtue” refers to an outdated ethical system. Virtue comes from the Latin word “vir,” which means human, and “virtus” denotes the merit of a person, the moral strength that one develops, the … Read more
Although it is not possible to achieve complete happiness, we can strive for a state of balance or well-being that comes closest to it. In order to do this, we must know which factors influence unhappiness and happiness so that we can choose our actions in life correctly. Since ancient times, it has been recognized … Read more
Mindfulness is the conscious and compassionate observation of the moment, without judgment or evaluation. Through regular practice of mindfulness, we can become aware of our own thoughts, emotions, and reactions, and learn how to accept and transform them in a positive way. Therefore, dignity is the ability to maintain internal discipline and use our awareness … Read more
Let no one envy us for competing in virtue. Such a person, in fact, uplifts the state by competing themselves and not detracting others through slander. Plato, Laws We live in exceptional and challenging times. We cannot label them as good or bad – they are simply what we need to develop a true sense … Read more
Adopted and proclaimed by the General Assembly of the United Nations, 10th December 1948 (Resolution No. 217 /III/) “All human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” These are the opening words of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of the United Nations. These words are imbued with the idea that every … Read more
It is not uncommon to hear that various institutions are organizing campaigns, forums, and other events aimed at sensitizing people to unity and peace. All these efforts not only deserve praise but are also necessary in a world that is globalized by economy, but not by universal values. It is encouraging to see an increasing … Read more
A natural and unaffected person should be adorned with virtues, just like a precious gem, if it is without adornment, should be valuable. But if a person pays attention, they will see that in terms of praise and recommendation, it is the same as in acquiring and gaining: because the saying says it well: Small … Read more
