Aeternosia

(n.)
The ultimate and complete state of preservation and permanence; the final, unwavering condition achieved after a journey of great peril or profound struggle, wherein one's core essence, legacy, or true self is deemed eternally secure and beyond decay.

Whether through a moment of heroic self-sacrifice or the quiet accumulation of a virtuous life, the philosopher argued that achieving aeternosia—the absolute endurance of one's meaningful contribution to humanity—is the central, unifying pursuit of all people.

by 1lyonslair October 20, 2025