do you see yourself as a society? if so, then what would be the components of it for philosophical, educative and intellectual vigor?
how would the members of this society, produce work, which can reflect it?
Indeed, I envision myself as an integral part of a society a society that will morally and intellectually prosperous provided all or majority of the integral parts have ingrained intellectual vigor. There can be many factors helpful towards positive moral, intellectual and philosophical growth of the society; to begin with I will start with the following two indicators;
1) Existing culture of the society, and general perception of the masses in coherence with that culture.
The element of righteousness and principal to stand up to the moral standards is generally a dominant voice among the masses but this dominant voice may not necessarily resonate itself as a voice of the society because of the distinction of the tools and resources available to the rulers and being ruled. If there exists a complete ideological coherence among the masses and rulers then positive intellectual growth of the society becomes institutionalized. The most important component in achieving this kind of society is a system of justice and fair share for the rulers and masses.
Justice or at least rule of law provides a driving force that becomes nectar towards intellectual prosperity of a society generally and among spiritual, political and opinion leaders specifically.
2) Prevalent culture and general alienation of masses with that culture.
Accepting element of piousness predominant in the collective wisdom of the masses, a sense of general alienation of the masses from the established culture presents a ray of hope that society wants to renegotiates existing standards for a revival of positive environment. This general resentment against established norms paves the way a movement that ultimately establishes a society known for its intellectual integrity.
Re: you, a society?
very well said, Intelliphant.
morality and a sense of true regard for righteousness, cannot be evoked in a people, unless, they genuinely are capable of realising how neccessary it is for them to be able to
practice by way of a mentality which is focused on being an institute of examplary deeds, individually.