AL-FARABI'S IDEA OF THE IDEAL SOCIETY IN "THE VIRTUOUS CITY" AND ITS MODERN INTERPRETATION

This article analyzes the concept of the ideal society set out by Abu Nasr al-Farabi in his treatise “The Opinions of the People of the Virtuous City”. The structure of the virtuous city, the qualities of its ruler, the classification of non-virtuous cities and the role of happiness, knowledge and cooperation in social life are examined. The article also interprets al-Farabi’s ideas in the context of modern concepts such as the rule of law, good governance, civil society, the knowledge-based economy and human well-being, and shows their relevance for the spiritual and educational development of today’s youth.

Keywords: al-Farabi, virtuous city, ideal society, happiness, justice, cooperation, good governance, modern interpretation