Philosophical Principles of Nonviolent Struggle Against Violence

The article explores the philosophical foundations of nonviolent struggle as an alternative approach to overcoming violence in society. The key concepts and ideas underlying nonviolent resistance are analyzed, in particular the teachings of prominent philosophers and leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King, and others. The moral and ethical dimension of nonviolence as a means of achieving social justice is considered, as well as its practical potential in modern conditions. Special attention is paid to the relationship between the philosophical worldview of nonviolence and the possibility of effective transformation of conflicts without the use of aggression. Nonviolent behavior is a way of interacting with others that is based on respect, empathy, and constructive conflict resolution. This approach is based on the rejection of all forms of aggression – physical, verbal, or psychological – and replacing them with dialogue, understanding, and the joint search for solutions. It is emphasized that the philosophical principles of nonviolent struggle are an important part of human culture and history. They demonstrate that moral strength and conviction can be effective means of achieving social justice. Nonviolent struggle not only helps to avoid destruction, but also forms a society based on humanistic values and mutual respect. The philosophical principles of nonviolent struggle are an important component of the social and political development of humanity. They demonstrate that achieving justice is possible not only through conflict, but also through moral authority, dialogue and cooperation. Nonviolent methods contribute to the preservation of social harmony, ensure respect for the rights of every person and create the basis for sustainable peace. The study and application of these principles is relevant today, when many societies are faced with challenges that require constructive and humane solutions. Keywords: nonviolent struggle, philosophy of nonviolence, social justice, nonviolent resistance, conflict, transformation of violenc.

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Visnik Nacional’nogo universitetu «Lvivska politehnika» Seria Uridicni nauki
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2025-03-21
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https://doi.org/10.23939/law2025.45.120
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Indian History and Philosophy
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Philosophical Principles of Nonviolent Struggle Against Violence

Nataliia Lesko
Visnik Nacional’nogo universitetu «Lvivska politehnika» Seria Uridicni nauki
Indian History and Philosophy
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Philosophical Principles of Nonviolent Struggle Against Violence

Nataliia Lesko
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The article explores the philosophical foundations of nonviolent struggle as an alternative approach to overcoming violence in society. The key concepts and ideas underlying nonviolent resistance are analyzed, in particular the teachings of prominent philosophers and leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King, and others. The moral and ethical dimension of nonviolence as a means of achieving social justice is considered, as well as its practical potential in modern conditions. Special attention is paid to the relationship between the philosophical worldview of nonviolence and the possibility of effective transformation of conflicts without the use of aggression. Nonviolent behavior is a way of interacting with others that is based on respect, empathy, and constructive conflict resolution. This approach is based on the rejection of all forms of aggression – physical, verbal, or psychological – and replacing them with dialogue, understanding, and the joint search for solutions. It is emphasized that the philosophical principles of nonviolent struggle are an important part of human culture and history. They demonstrate that moral strength and conviction can be effective means of achieving social justice. Nonviolent struggle not only helps to avoid destruction, but also forms a society based on humanistic values and mutual respect. The philosophical principles of nonviolent struggle are an important component of the social and political development of humanity. They demonstrate that achieving justice is possible not only through conflict, but also through moral authority, dialogue and cooperation. Nonviolent methods contribute to the preservation of social harmony, ensure respect for the rights of every person and create the basis for sustainable peace. The study and application of these principles is relevant today, when many societies are faced with challenges that require constructive and humane solutions. Keywords: nonviolent struggle, philosophy of nonviolence, social justice, nonviolent resistance, conflict, transformation of violenc.

Visnik Nacional’nogo universitetu «Lvivska politehnika» Seria Uridicni naukiVol. 12(45)
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Indian History and Philosophy
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