C. N. Farcaș

One day, I found myself reflecting on the world we inhabit. I began to question how it could be made better, more just, or more enlightened. But with every step I took in my contemplation, I stumbled into barriers—limitations in my understanding, gaps in my perspective. These barriers hindered my progress, preventing me from envisioning any meaningful change. I realized that these blockages weren’t external obstacles but internal limitations stemming from my own lack of knowledge. To surpass these hurdles, I had to delve deeper, exploring not only the intricate details of the world around me but also my understanding of its workings. I needed to expand my horizons and broaden my comprehension of what truly constitutes our world—its systems, its history, its interconnectedness. This realization led me to a simple yet profound conclusion: If one desires to change the world, the first and most essential step is to know it. This is not just about gathering facts, but about deeply understa...

The question, "Is there a God?" has sparked constant debate throughout human history. There are those who firmly answer "yes," and others who resolutely declare "no." But regardless of which side one takes, simply answering this question does not seem to offer any tangible resolution. In my youth, I often pondered this very question, only to realize that it acts more like a roadblock, halting further meaningful inquiry. Both sides are fixated on the binary nature of the answer without considering a far more important follow-up. So, I began to approach this dilemma using imagination, extending the conversation beyond the simple “yes” or “no.” Let’s assume for a moment that the answer is "yes"—there is a God. It sounds like a significant revelation, but does the world as we know it change? No, the world remains the same, with all its challenges and complexities intact. Knowing that God exists doesn’t change the world’s circumstances or, more import...