Definition: The term "columban" is a Latin name that means "brother." In the context of political philosophy and theory, it refers to two related concepts:
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Columbism
- This concept originated in the 19th century as a philosophical system that combines elements from various Western political philosophies, including liberalism, socialism, Marxism, and communism.
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Columban Theory
- In this theory, the term "columban" is used to