On The Relevance and Scientific and Practical Significance of the Judgments of E. N. Trubetskoy about the Motherland and Patriotism

Aim. To assess the relevance and scientific and practical significance of the concept of the Motherland and patriotism of E. N. Trubetskoy in the modern conditions, to present recommendations on the practice of its application.

Methodology. The key research methods were the logical method, content analysis and the comparative historical method. A study of E. N. Trubetskoy’s works was carried out, the philosopher’s argumentation on the main aspects of the concept of the Motherland and patriotism were revealed, taking into account the corresponding socio-cultural and political situation of the beginning of the 20^th century. Addressing the research on the history of philosophy and analyzing the events of the past and present allowed us to assess the validity of the thinker’s judgments, to conclude about the level of confirmation of his ideas by practice.

Results. It is proved that the ideas of E. N. Trubetskoy expressed in relation to the Motherland and patriotism are relevant at the present time. His understanding of the Motherland makes it possible to give its objective definition, avoid identification of the Motherland and the state, correctly determine its ontological and axiological essence. The prospects of introducing into philosophical thought the ideas that patriotism manifests itself in ensuring the original movement of its people to the highest spiritual ideal with the identification and correction of errors and shortcomings of various, including epistemological, content, are substantiated. It is noted that for Russia, patriotism is always associated with helping other nations.

Research implications. The article revealed the potential of E. N. Trubetskoy’s legacy as the basis for the development of national philosophy, construction of a categorical apparatus, formulation of recommendations for patriotic education and construction of interaction between countries and nations.

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