What is reciprocity? (And why it's the pattern of all existence)
Reciprocity regulates all relation—from ecosystems to ethics. An introduction to the pattern that mantains equilibrium of existence.
Reciprocity
A collection of resources on the topic of reciprocity
Definition
Learn the definition of reciprocity, its etymology, common and essential meanings, along with its philosophical implications.
Core tenets
- Koan 80.1: The pulse of God's spell
- Koan 80.2: The law of return
- Koan 80.3: Reciprocal altruism
- Koan 80.4: Prototype to sharing
- Koan 80.5: Proportional response
- Koan 80.6: Towards responsibility
- Koan 80.7: Maintaining equilibrium
Articles
On reciprocity: the Regulating Principle
This article traces reciprocity from Hammurabi's Code and Confucius through Aristotle, Newton, and modern biology—then offers a radical reframing. Reciprocity is the 'like forward, like back' dynamic that maintains equilibrium in existence. A student-friendly guide to the role of reciprocity in existence.