Not a long way to concrete humanity?

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The chimpanzee on the cover contemplates a human skull, reflecting on the inscription "Eritis sicut deus" ("You will be like God(s)"). This echoes the biblical snake's seduction of Eve, promising knowledge of good and evil. Such a prediction resonates with the themes of Harari’s work, raising the question of whether this wisdom is a curse or a blessing. It prompts a Hamlet-like dilemma: to be or not to be, to survive or perish in an ecological crisis. Human complacency has reached alarming levels, and the question arises whether humanity will preserve or destroy the beauty of our planet, as seen from space. It’s time for us to unite in a monumental effort to ecologically save our "spaceship Earth," its climate, and natural environments. We must take responsibility not only for ourselves but also for other species and ecosystems. This meta-responsibility calls for a stewardship that extends to all beings on our planet. We need to focus on the imperative task of "learning to be human," as emphasized at last year's World Congress of Philosophy. As the "third chimpanzee," we must think and act humanely towards fellow humans, societies, and the environment. The journey towards Concrete Humanity is urgent and essential.