The Problem of Public Order in the Philosophical Concepts of Ancient Greece and the Middle Ages: Development of a Basic Metamodel: Аrticle 1

The article constitutes the first part of the study aimed at addressing the enduring challenge of public order – a pivotal concern among philosophers throughout history, since ancient times. The study proposes a basic met-amodel that traces the evolution of ideas surrounding public order. Employing a blend of logical and historical methodologies, the author identifies the essential characteristics of public order, which serve as defining fea-tures for philosophical concepts. These include the structured organization of societal elements, interpersonal social dynamics, hierarchical arrangements within society, and the determining factors critical to discerning and maintaining public order’s sustainable functioning. Building upon these foundational insights, the study estab-lishes distinct forms of social order pertinent to various epochs in the development of philosophical thought, categorized by the author as fundamental conceptual models. In conclusion, this article contributes to a deeper understanding of how philosophical perspectives on public order have evolved over time, laying the ground-work for subsequent investigations into its multifaceted nature and implications.