National Thought Day
November 13, Thursday
History of the holiday
The National Day of Thought (Día Nacional del Pensamiento) in Argentina was established in memory of the distinguished Argentine thinker and educator Domingo Faustino Sarmiento — a writer, journalist, and president who made a great contribution to the development of the education system and the spread of Enlightenment ideas in the 19th century.
The holiday emphasizes the importance of rational and free thinking for building a democratic and just society.
Goals of the celebration
This day serves as a reminder of the value of education and intellectual freedom. The main goals include:
* developing citizens’ critical and independent thinking;
* supporting philosophical, scientific, and cultural discussions;
* promoting reading and education among young people;
* recognizing the role of teachers, philosophers, and thinkers in society.
How it is celebrated
On this day in Argentina, there are:
* lectures and seminars in universities and schools;
* meetings of philosophical clubs and cultural centers;
* discussions on social and ethical issues of modernity;
* publications of essays devoted to freedom of thought and the role of intellect.
Meaning of the holiday
The National Day of Thought is not only a tribute to great Argentine thinkers but also a call for everyone to develop the ability to reason, ask questions, and seek the truth. This day symbolizes faith in the power of knowledge and ideas as the foundation of progress and human dignity.
National Thought Day in other years
- 2021 November 13, Saturday
- 2022 November 13, Sunday
- 2023 November 13, Monday
- 2024 November 13, Wednesday
- 2026 November 13, Friday