Philosophy Blog

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.
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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)

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Written by Clara Waters

Maya Angelou stands out for her compassion and love of humankind.
During an interview in the later part of her life Maya Angelou was asked about the task she had set herself before dying. Her immediate reply was, “I want to be a Christian. …To be it. …A kind person. An inclusive person. Merciful even, not just just but merciful.”

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