“It seems to often do more harm than good to live in resentment and disdain for the world around us. The world we find ourselves in, its past and present, its people, and the rise and fall of its cultures and practices are all the way they are, they are not the way we personally want them to be. When we resist the reality of … Continue reading Amor Fati
The theory asserting the superiority of secular political orders over religious ones is a prominent feature within modernist perspectives in the field of sociology. It posits that, over the past five centuries, nations governed by secular systems have exhibited a consistent pattern of greater wealth, prosperity, and social stability. While the data does reveal a correlation between secular governance and societal well-being, the precise mechanisms … Continue reading Are secular orders superior to religious orders?
Cedars Philosophy extends heartfelt condolences and compassion to all those affected by tragic losses in the human community. We hold firm to the principle of a pacifist universal order, promoting equality among all individuals. We staunchly support the right of every person to safeguard their own lives and pursue self-determination, recognizing self-preservation as a fundamental law of nature. In our ethos, peaceful conflict resolution is … Continue reading Our approach to peace, violence and freedom
Philosophy: In a broad sense, philosophy is the activity people undertake when they seek to understand fundamental truths about themselves, the world they live in and all relationships. It constitutes a systematized, logical, and methodical consideration of reality as a whole and as the combination of individual parts. Our philosophy can best be described as a modern and syncretic philosophy, borrowing from all great philosophies, … Continue reading Our Founding Values
Secularism involves the separation of religion from civic affairs and the state institutions. Principles typically emphasize equality before law and state neutrality to religious affairs. It has been applied differently across different parts of the world. Some regimes, such as the US or Canada, are secular but theists. All citizens are equal before the law, but the concept of credo in one God is emphasized … Continue reading A Secularist Philosophy Based on Omnism
Cedars Philosophy believes that human societies hold an immense capacity to heal and regenerate. Relying on science, liberal arts and fundamentals of philosophy, Cedars Philosophy seeks to promote a utopian Lebanese society. The page believes in promoting the right balance between the ingredients required for change: love (positive energy), order (stability) and progress (evolution). The page seeks to ignite Lebanese unity and convergence in viewpoints … Continue reading Principles of Cedars Philosophy
