In many traditions, knowledge is not only about acquiring facts but also about shaping one’s character, values, and outlook on life. Yet the way cultures connect knowledge with self-improvement can vary greatly. From your perspective, can knowledge serve as a means of self-formation across cultures?
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Dear Amalya Sukiasyan ,
What comes to my mind is an ancient saying 'Know thyself'. I'd love to discuss this piece of advice a lot more, and, to be a bit audacious, it's the perhaps the only piece of advice that could travel successfully across all cultures (oh no, i'm becoming an absolutist!!)
Best Wishes,
Haris
Dear Haris Shekeris,
Thank you for your insights. “Know thyself” is indeed one of the most enduring quotes in human history. It reflects the layered nature of human cognition and the limits of understanding, while highlighting the existential power of self-knowledge.
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