Mathias Corvinus Collegium hosted Rabbi Fishel Szlajen on March 2 as part of its Brunch Talk series. The event brought together students, researchers, and invited guests for a discussion on the ethical foundations of human dignity and the moral challenges facing modern societies.
Rabbi Fishel Szlajen, an internationally recognized rabbi, philosopher, and bioethics expert, explored the relationship between religious thought, ethical reasoning, and contemporary public debates. In his lecture, he highlighted how moral traditions can contribute to addressing complex questions that arise in an era shaped by rapid technological change, shifting social norms, and global uncertainty.
During the conversation, Rabbi Szlajen emphasized that questions of human dignity, responsibility, and moral limits remain central to the future of modern societies. He argued that ethical reflection grounded in longstanding intellectual traditions can provide important guidance when confronting new dilemmas in fields such as medicine, technology, and public policy.
The event also addressed the broader role of dialogue between religious, philosophical, and secular perspectives. Participants discussed how these traditions can help strengthen moral clarity and social cohesion in a rapidly changing world.
