Article about “War and Peace” for Caritas Vienna: An Anthill Called the World A long time ago, I once heard an anecdote that supposedly originates from the Talmud: We have a coat with two pockets. In each pocket there is a message. The first message reads: "You are a speck of dust in the universe." … Continue reading War and Peace: An Anthill…
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May 8, Victory in Europe
To the President of Ukraine Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy Embassy of Ukraine Naaffgasse 23 AT-1180 Vienna Honourable President, dear Volodymyr Zelenskyy! Today is May 8, 2023. In Western Europe this day is celebrated as VE-Day, the day of Victory in Europe. Last night, 78 years ago, General Alfred Jodl, Chief of the Operations Staff and designated … Continue reading May 8, Victory in Europe
The principles of happiness
What is happiness? First of all, happiness needs satisfaction. What is satisfaction? First and foremost, satisfaction needs peace. What is peace? Peace is the phrase: "It may have been." If it may have been, then one has come to peace with it. Peace is the precondition for satisfaction. Satisfaction is the phrase: "It may be … Continue reading The principles of happiness
Vienna Calling 