Who is a patriot? My reflections

Who is a Patriot? A good question, the answer to which many great minds are trying to give, not only of our modernity, but also of the past. In particular, the definition itself says that a patriot is a person who is animated by patriotism. Well said. Is not it? From this definition, no one will understand anything.

Who is Patriot? Let's figure it out...

First you need to understand what patriotism is. Again, let's look at the definition itself. It says that patriotism is a political or social concept. It implies love for the Motherland, compatriots and everything that surrounds this or that person. At the same time, patriotism means fighting for one's homeland. The patriot is ready to sacrifice everything he has. Including life. But, unfortunately, not every person who calls himself a patriot is one. This was perfectly shown by the war in Ukraine.

false patriots

That's what I call those who beat their chests the most and shout that they are a Patriot. Why? Everything is pretty simple. Let's start with the fact that many Ukrainians left the borders of their country in the distant past. They live outside the country. In the last five, 10, 20 and more years they have been working for the benefit of a foreign country. They take out the pots, clean the streets. They didn't care about Ukraine. Now, when we have a war, they don't even think about coming here. I'll say more. Many people have simply left Ukraine over the past few months. All of them shout that they love their native country very much, they are ready to give their lives for it. But at the same time, not one of these false patriots on the Po, in Ukraine, never returned. They are ready to support their country and do not return to where they were born and raised.
During the war, it became perfectly clear who the patriot of Ukraine was. These are those who, in spite of everything, remained in their homeland. Those who shed their blood on the front lines. Those who are not going to leave. Those who are ready for any turn of events. Including the city. Unfortunately, this cannot be ruled out.
I was offered to move to other countries back in the late nineties. Then in the 2000s. Then in 2014. Even now, when the war began, I was offered to leave. Even before the travel ban was imposed on those who were already 18 and under 61. But perhaps, contrary to common sense, I stayed. Neither I nor my relatives left their country during this difficult time. Whatever we can, we help. I consider patriots those who, not with words, but with certain actions, prove love for their homeland. Those who do not leave their native country in difficult times. Those who are always ready to fight for her bright future. All Peaceful sky above your head!