To truly cultivate morality, one must confront evil directly—acknowledge its presence in others and, more importantly, recognize its potential within oneself. This requires not only a surface-level condemnation but a deep understanding of the philosophies and ideologies that have driven humanity’s darkest moments. Reflecting on historical atrocities, such as the Holocaust, and examining the minds behind them—figures like Hitler, Stalin, or Mao—can illuminate the philosophies that enabled their acts of horror. By exploring these ideologies, we gain insight into how individuals and societies can rationalize evil, providing us with tools to resist and prevent such darkness in the future.
