Life nourishment and ethics

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Guido Rappe explores the synthesis of knowledge and practice in a cross-cultural context, focusing on life-nourishment and ethics through Kaibara Ekiken's Yojokun. Maren Borggräfe discusses the creation of intercultural corporate cultures, emphasizing action-based culture building. Konrad Wegmann addresses philosophical questions of law and rights, examining perspectives from both Western and Eastern traditions. Wolfgang Ommerborn analyzes the concept of rulership in the political theories of Plato and Neo-Confucianism, highlighting the philosophical foundations of leadership. Rappe also compares ancient Greek and Chinese ethics, revealing parallels and differences in moral thought. Martin Woesler investigates cultural comparisons between China and Germany, shedding light on their distinct yet interconnected cultural identities. Additionally, Woesler proposes a new model of cross-cultural communication, critically reviewing and integrating existing frameworks from various theorists, such as Perlmutter and Hofstede, to enhance understanding in a globalized world. Each work contributes to a deeper understanding of intercultural dynamics, ethics, and philosophical inquiries, fostering dialogue between diverse traditions and practices.