Josipa Glembay (1861 – 1941) was a educator and writer, and today she is respected for leaving a deep mark on the cultural development of Osijek with her aspirations and persistent work. Her life appeared quiet and modest, but at the same time it was filled with tireless, dedicated work in the field of upbringing, … Read more
Bruno is a very complex personality, a representative of the transitional crisis period at the end of the 16th century, precisely the era that endowed Europe and the world with universal geniuses, great workers of the spirit and action, original thoughts and artistic achievements. Today, he is best known for his defiant attitude before the … Read more
We bring a selection from the book “The Spirit of the Renaissance” by Isabella Ohmann and Fernando Schwarz, which reveals hidden sources and drivers of a historical period in which the medieval worldview is fundamentally changing and sheds light on the position of man in the Universe. The Renaissance, inspired by the spirit of ancient … Read more
“I know you still observe the abode and dwelling of humans. If it seems small to you, as it indeed is, always look at the celestial and despise the human: for what fame and glory can one hope to achieve among people? (…) Who in the far east or west, north or south will hear … Read more
Francis Bacon: On Praise: Gratitude is a reflection of virtue. However, it depends on the mirror or person who reflects it. If it comes from a simple-minded world, it is usually untrue and worthless, and it is more likely to follow vain individuals rather than virtuous ones. The simple-minded world fails to recognize many excellent … Read more
Apolonius – On Harmony Apolonius of Tyana was a Greek philosopher, neoplatonic, teacher, and mystic from the 1st century. Throughout his life, he received knowledge from wise people he encountered and visited on his numerous journeys, and he himself became a renowned teacher. He would teach and advise those who were willing to listen on … Read more
José Saramago – Let’s Return to Philosophy When it comes to various attempts to fathom what the future holds for us, I think it would be better if we contemplate what tomorrow brings, the day that most of us can still assume we will experience alive. In fact, if in the distant year of 999 … Read more
