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Philosophy · Sep 01, 2024

BELL RINGING

Richard has been ringing church bells for about 20 years. Bell ringing has a long tradition in England stretching back to 400AD. Read on to learn more about this fascinating activity . Richard is a senior philosophy student in the Midlands.

Philosophy · Aug 01, 2024

WINDOWS OF OPPORTUNITY - Ameena Goga, Pretoria/Geneva

Professor Ameena has been recognised for her contributions to public health. She currently lives in Geneva, working in global child health. Here she tells her story, how she had the opportunity to study and then focus on Mother and Child health. Read on to hear how the practices taught by the School make a remarkable difference to her life. Ameena is a member of the School of Practical Philosophy in Pretoria, South Africa.

Philosophy · Jul 01, 2024

Peaceweaver - Æthelflæd, daughter of Alfred the Great

Æthelflæd was a remarkable woman, whose leadership of the kingdom of Mercia combined diplomacy, military leadership, religious vision and scholarship. She deserves to be remembered and honoured alongside her father Alfred for her key role in weaving the alliances that led to the unification of England.

art · Philosophy · Jun 01, 2024

IN THE STEPS OF LEONARDO - Charmaine Kendal, Cape Town

In Cape Town in 2013, a major project began with the suggestion to paint a copy of Leonardo da Vinci’s painting “The Annunciation”. The art group of 6 members, enthusiastically took up the project.

Music · Philosophy · May 01, 2024

Charles Ignatius Sancho 1729-1780

Written by Clara Waters

Charles Ignatius Sancho is perhaps best described in his own words, “jolly African, who wishes health and peace to every religion and country throughout the ample range of God’s creation!” (Letter 128) and “The first part of my life was rather unlucky, as I was placed in a family who judged ignorance the best and only security for obedience. A little reading and writing I got by unwearied application. The latter part of my life has been – through God’s blessing, truly fortunate, having spent it in the service of the best families in the kingdom. My chief pleasure has been books. Philosophy I adore.” (Letter 36)