Axiological constants of the anti-Hitler Resistance group “White Rose” (by the material of 1942—1943 leaflets)

Abstract

. The analysis of the content of the texts of six anti-Hitler leaflets by the students’ resistance group “White Rose” is presented. The group's leaflets are an attempt to “wake up” the German clerisy consciousness and remind about the true values of man and the functions of the state. Deontological constants of 1942—1943 historical events are outlined, as well as ethical imperatives of an educated Christian believer, a representative of Western European culture are generalized. The conclusion is made about the key importance of freedom, which is opposed to the values imposed by the regime of National Socialism, as well as about the priority of human free will, as the most important human axiological constant.