Revolutions and civil wars – Montesquieu
Montesquieu is a major French political thinker of the 18th century, known for his theory of the separation of powers. In his most famous work, De l’Esprit des Lois (“The Spirit …
Category: Philosophy
Is the artist master of his work?
Definition of the terms of the question: Is the artist master of his work? In the introduction, after the introduction and the putting into perspective of a paradox, it is …
Do we live to be happy?
Definition of terms: Do we live to be happy? To live for this expression implies a finality. Towards what is our life led? What is the objective of our life? …
Why seek to know oneself?
Definition of the question: Why seek to know oneself? Etymology: From Low Latin circa, “to go around, to go through in order to examine”, and, in Medieval Latin, “to search, …
The myth of Orpheus and Eurydice
It is a tragic episode of Greek mythology. Eurydice dies from the bite of a snake. Orpheus goes to the Underworld to try to save her. He implores the rulers …
The symbols of justice throughout history
Justice(Defined here), an important theme in law, General Knowledge, contemporary issues, philosophy, is represented by many important symbols. This symbolism is inscribed in the collective memory, whether it be during …