The Philosopher Peasant

In today’s world, where social media figures wield immense power over public opinion, one might wonder about the influence of historical...

I was chasing a dream-a life of opportunity, freedom, and self-determination-when I boarded a plane from Beirut to Ottawa. I imagined a country where snow dusted everything like powdered sugar, politeness reigned, and where I could carve out a future as vast as the Canadian wilderness. What I didn't know was that I wasn't just leaving Lebanon behind; I was leaving a way of life. Community isn't a virtue in Lebanon but the air one breathes. It is in the unannounced drop-ins of

Middle Eastern philosophy is a fascinating blend of diverse histories, cultures, and ideas from a pivotal region. From ancient times...