The True Meaning of Freedom: Having the Right to Do What We Ought
Freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in having the right to do what we ought. Pope John…
Author: Fariha Shah
Living in a Way That Respects and Enhances the Freedom of Others: Understanding Nelson Mandela’s Quote
For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects…
Opinions vs. Facts: The Importance of Distinguishing Between Them
Everyone is entitled to his own opinion, but not to his own facts. Daniel Patrick Moynihan___ Introduction: In today’s world,…
The Importance of Freedom of Expression: Challenging Unpopular Views and Upholding Democracy
If we don’t believe in freedom of expression for people we despise, we don’t believe in it at all. Noam…
Love without risk
Love without risk is an impossibility, like war without death. Alain Badiou, French philosopher___ The quote “Love without risk is…
Unveiling Love’s Power: Plato’s Mad Obsession with Real-Life Examples
The madness of love is the greatest of heaven’s blessings. Plato___ That quote is often attributed to the ancient Greek…
Power of Knowledge: Good vs. Evil in Ignorance
The only good is knowledge, and the only evil is ignorance. Socrates__ This quote is often attributed to the ancient…
Striving for Precision: The Mark of an Educated Person – Insights from a Wise Quote
It is the mark of an educated man to look for precision in each class of thing in so far…
Equal Portion of Misfortunes: Socrates’ Perspective
If all misfortunes were laid in one common heap whence everyone must take an equal portion, most people would be…
The Secret of Happiness: Developing Capacity to Enjoy Less – Socrates
The secret of happiness is not found in seeking more but in developing the capacity to enjoy less. Socrates___ Socrates…