Ethics

  • Learning from History: The Unpredictable Nature of War

    Why are we still choosing fear, cruelty and worse, silence over compassion and acceptance? 1. Introduction: War is Always Unpredictable. “Wars are unpredictable—and easy to start but hard to stop.”—Timothy Snyder Unfortunately, Snyders words have been proven true again and… Continue reading

  • Musonius Rufus: The Stoic Sage Whose Wisdom Transcends Time

    Musonius Rufus, known as the “Roman Socrates,” was a Stoic philosopher who championed virtue, simplicity, and compassion. His teachings emphasized practical living and accessibility of philosophy. Influencing figures like Epictetus, Musonius advocated for gender equality in education. His wisdom remains… Continue reading

    Musonius Rufus: The Stoic Sage Whose Wisdom Transcends Time
  • Practical Stoicism: Applying Virtues in Modern Life

    The article explores the essence of Stoicism, emphasizing the significance of virtue defined by the ancient Greeks and Romans through the concepts of arete and virtus. Arete signifies excellence and the pursuit of realizing one’s highest potential, while virtus embodies… Continue reading

    Practical Stoicism: Applying Virtues in Modern Life