The World Spirit

The World Spirit is a philosophical concept from Hegel that describes the collective consciousness or cultural development of humanity as a whole. It represents the idea that human history and society progress toward greater self-awareness, freedom, and moral understanding through a continuous unfolding of ideas, art, and culture. Think of it as the ultimate expression of human collective growth—an evolving spirit guiding civilizations toward unity and enlightenment. While it's abstract, it emphasizes that individual progress contributes to the greater evolution of human society.