It seems that the time has passed when progress was thought to require severing ties with the past, which was seen as hindering that same progress. After tumultuous and difficult experiences in the past few centuries, it has been established that it is a misconception to equate material and technological progress with spiritual and moral … Read more
This question is very relevant in the time we live in. The rhythm of life, accelerated by the need for constant movement, hurry or achievement, emphasizes the importance we give to action. Just being, when it seems like the whole world is caught in the whirlwind of action, seems so passive! By working, we feel … Read more
The technological progress in accessing information is incredible. With a click of a mouse on a computer, pressing a button on a remote control, or a mobile phone, countless data is instantly available to us. At first glance, it seems like we have finally achieved the dream of fast and easy access to information, but … Read more
Motion is one of the great laws of Nature. However, due to the duality that arises between pairs of opposites, inertia is also one of the laws. Materialism, which has gained significance in recent centuries, has subtly introduced inertia into our way of life, using various excuses to justify it. Human beings, so rich in … Read more
Weaknesses of the Past Those who wrote history were not always fair in evaluating people from the past. It is easy to criticize predecessors and attribute immaturity to them in order to highlight the achievements, intelligence, and abilities of modern man. The mentality of ancient man was not rational and scientific; his artistic forms were … Read more
Aldous Huxley What kind of world are we building? Can we predict how the future will look based on today’s state? Reflecting on this, English writer Aldous Huxley (1894-1963) wrote the cautionary novel Brave New World in 1931, which has become synonymous with a world heading in an inhumane direction. Today, we can assess whether … Read more
