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The Triglav Circle seeks to enrich the public discourse on global problems with moral and spiritual perspectives drawn from universal values. We bring attention to the urgency of considering the non-material as well as material dimensions of life and society. Assuming a continuum between the spiritual and the material realms, we believe forms of dualism including the separation of man from nature mutilate reality.

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Universal Love (Agape) as a Political Philosophy and Practice
Zoom 3  —  5 Novembre 2022

Participants from Europe, the USA. Japan, India, New Zealand met in the third Triglav Zoom session to discuss Universal Selfless Love [Agape] and how it can serve as the core of an effective ethical approach and motivation to reverse the trends leading to further deterioration of the planet’s Biosphere, and  violent  and inequitable  societal conditions.  Four topics were explored during this conversation:

  • Defining the politics of love,
  • Applying an ethic of love to current global crises,
  • The unifying power of Love in politics, and,
  • Interpreting selfless love in different societies.

Love speaks to the heart and appeals to values extending beyond immediate physical circumstances and willfulness.  It benefits from inspiration and knowledge drawn from the humanities, the arts, and the sciences.  It also offers important insight into the central role of love in maintaining human relationships and bringing them to fruition by responding to the need for reciprocity e.g. Love your neighbor as yourself. Such too is the Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you or as inferred in the Chinese tradition: Do not do unto others as you would not have them do unto you.  In summary, the focus on love as the virtue directed towards peace, social cohesion and the affirmation of justice and human dignity is commensurate with seeking the Common Good.

Currently an ethic of fear is the most common tool used to staunch the continuous destruction of the environment. ..History shows that striking the intellect with fear is most effective in times of immanent crisis threatening human life and comfort.  But when the degree of danger is disputed and/or of a long-term nature— not evident or clearly affecting the general public—, it may not be the best strategy.

Report here …

Agenda here…

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