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The article discusses the need to support pedagogical activities on the basis of the Latin civilization (Western civilization). The article analyzes the classical understanding of culture and pedagogy. According to the author, these two realities have one goal which is analogous actualization of human potentialities (personal potentiality). The author argues that a truly human culture and acting within its framework of pedagogy are derived from the vision of man as a personal being (personalism). In an article on the background of the Latin civilization (Western civilization), are also presented the basic principles relating to Polish and Polish culture The author in analysis used: F. Koneczny, Aristoteles,, The Lublin School of Philosophy; approached the issue concerning cultural and civilizational risks that may affect the field of upbringing and education in Poland and Europe.