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Philosophy · Dec 01, 2024

Confluence

The subject of this talk is confluence, which literally means flowing together, moving together. The picture behind me is of the river Ganges and there is a city named Prayagraj where the river Ganges meets another great river, the Yamuna. They join, come together and then flow on together. There is a confluence. Some people say that there is a third river, the Sarasvatī. There is no physical third river but some people say it is a mystical river, and others say historic.

Philosophy · Nov 01, 2024

PHILOSOPHERS IN PRISON

Rob James, Wellington, New Zealand

Rob was presenting philosophy courses to students when an unexpected request came his way. Now he discusses philosophy with people in prison across New Zealand. How does it work? How is it received in prison? Read on for more about this excellent initiative. Rob is one of the School’s alumni and remains a staunch friend of the School.

Philosophy · Oct 01, 2024

Intellect: What is it? Why was it so important to Ficino – and to us?

Written by Dr Valery Rees

Questions relating to intellect are raised in several of the letters of Marsilio Ficino, and they are raised in different ways. In this article Dr Valery Rees presents material drawn from Books I and II of the Letters, where we encounter Ficino’s views.

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.