SloveniaThe article by Franc Bešter discusses the concept of modernity being 'dead' and argues that it has reached a point where there is no further development. He views the Enlightenment era as immature ('pubertal') and believes society is now at a stage where maturity—both psychological and spiritual—is necessary to move beyond Enlightenment paradigms. Bešter suggests that the Enlightenment's rationalism has led to errors and a loss of wisdom, and he calls for a return to reason but warns against the excesses of rationalism. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'truth' (resnica) of worldly events, which he claims cannot be fully grasped by human reason alone. Instead, he asserts that only the 'Spirit' (Duha) can truly comprehend the nature of existence and guide humanity toward true maturity.
Bias read (Right): The article frames the Enlightenment as a flawed and immature phase of history, suggesting that modern rationalism has led to a loss of deeper wisdom. It advocates for a return to spiritual guidance over purely rational approaches, aligning with conservative or religiously inclined perspectives. The
