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Famous French Philosopher Edgar Morin Dies at 104
French philosopher and sociologist Edgar Morin died in Paris at the age of 104. Morin was also known for his support of the peace process in Turkey.
French philosopher and sociologist Edgar Morin passed away in Paris at the age of 104. Morin's wife Sabah Abouessalam announced the news of his death to Le Monde newspaper. Born in Paris in 1921, Morin participated in the resistance against the Nazi occupation during World War II and conducted significant studies in sociology, philosophy, and political science for many years. Morin was especially known for his "complex thought" approach, which evaluates humans, society, and nature as a whole. Additionally, Morin had expressed his support for the peace and democratic transformation process in Turkey, stating that he was in favor of the unity of the Turkish and Kurdish peoples. Emphasizing that peace means being able to speak freely, Morin called for peace from a perspective that rejects violence. Morin held honorary doctorate degrees from 38 universities worldwide and served for many years at the French National Center for Scientific Research. His death resonated widely in France and international intellectual circles.
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