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Started this discussion. Last reply by eggy1943 Apr 27.
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You seem to be doing fine with this Discussion on your computer Joannis.
I share your concern. Considering that WDDM has a world wide existence and members who could recruit [if any one is interested] there is cause for concern. A few people out o...
I just sent a note to the WDDM network. It seems only a few members have joined this Ning discussion page. You can access WDDM here http://www.world-wide-democracy.net/
I'M A M.D..,I LIVE ON THE BASE OF MT.OLYMPUS,MACEDONIA,GREECE(HELLAS).WHAT YOU ARE DOING IS GREAT.PLEASE EXCUSE ME , I"M NOT THAT GOOD WITH COMPUTERS.I"M 54 YEARS YOUNG,AND HAVE 2 KIDS 8 MONTHS OLD,AND I WANT THEM TO GROW UP IN A FAIR,CLEAN AND HA...
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- At 4:18pm on May 6, 2009,
eggy1943 said…
- I realize you are describing what was Greek Hellenism century’s ago. Present English language, definitions etc. do not adequately convey this and I believe could lead to confusion. ie. Greek Orthodox, etc. The terms lead to a religious discussion which is full of misnomers itself.
Religion’s will screw up any democratic progress with their dogma.
Hellenism needs an accurate description which clearly eliminates religion from the philosophy. Than compile the useful principles which can be used today and work to implement them. Bruce
Main Entry:
ec•u•men•i•cal
Pronunciation:
\ˌe-kyə-ˈme-ni-kəl, -kyü-\
Function:
adjective
Etymology:
Late Latin oecumenicus, from Late Greek oikoumenikos, from Greek oikoumenē the inhabited world, from feminine of oikoumenos, present passive participle of oikein to inhabit, from oikos house — more at vicinity
Date:
circa 1587
1: worldwide or general in extent, influence, or application2 a: of, relating to, or representing the whole of a body of churches b: promoting or tending toward worldwide Christian unity or cooperation
— ec•u•men•i•cal•ly \-k(ə-)lē\ adverb
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Ecumenism (also ëcumenism, oecumenism, œcumenism, or even eucumenism) now mainly refers to initiatives aimed at greater religious unity or cooperation.
In its broadest sense, this unity or cooperation may refer to a worldwide religious unity; by the advocation of a greater sense of shared spirituality across the three Abrahamic faiths of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Most commonly, however, ecumenism is used in a more narrow meaning; referring to a greater cooperation among different religious denominations of a single one of these faiths.
The word is derived from Greek οἰκουμένη (oikoumene), which means "the inhabited world", and was historically used with specific reference to the Roman Empire. Today, the word is used predominantly by and with reference to Christian denominations and Christian Churches separated by doctrine, history, and practice. Within this particular context, the term ecumenism refers to the idea of a Christian unity in the literal meaning: that there should be a single Christian Church.
Orthodox is another word which is misunderstood by many meanings.
http://mb-soft.com/believe/txw/orthobel.htm
- At 11:20am on May 5, 2009,
eggy1943 said…
- I read Prof Ross article. But I am more into the present use of the principles and how they could affect the world. The "borders" seem always to be in contention, each wanting more.
It is clear where ancient Greek borders were. But how to "get along" with neighboring states who may have different political views?
How can Hellenism unite the people, provide democratic decision making?
- At 5:28pm on May 4, 2009,
eggy1943 said…
- http://mars.wnec.edu/~grempel/courses/wc1/lectures/10hellenism.html
- At 5:24pm on May 4, 2009,
eggy1943 said…
- Ancient Greek were very "class" divided. The "surfs" had no vote, little pay.
http://mars.wnec.edu/~grempel/courses/wc1/lectures/10hellenism.html
Present hellenism has "religion" which causes "classes" and clashes.
Take the democratic principles, plus equality etc. with Direct Democracy and you will have the workings of a great civilization again. George is working on this so if you send him email I think you will complement each other in your efforts.
Bruce
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