by Socrates | Apr 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
Predestination, in theology, is the doctrine that all events have been willed by God, usually with reference to the eventual fate of the individual soul. Explanations of predestination often seek to address the paradox of free will, whereby God’s...
by Socrates | Mar 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
The concept of virtue has exercised philosophers throughout history. This meeting explores how philosophers have defined virtue through the ages, from the ancient thinkers to the modern day – and what it means to lead a good life. Tuesday 18th April 2023 @...
by Socrates | Mar 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Jos Burton will introduce and explore the idea of authenticity in philosophy. The philosophy of authenticity is concerned with the nature of human existence and what it means to live an authentic life. It explores the idea that individuals should strive to be true to...
by Socrates | Mar 15, 2023 | Uncategorized
Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: An Inquiry into Values is a book by Robert M. Pirsig first published in 1974. It is a work of fictionalized autobiography and is the first of Pirsig’s texts in which he explores his concept of Quality. ...
by Socrates | Jan 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
So what is mediocrity? Being mediocre? And what is being mediocre? Being average. Being ordinary. Being the norm: so why is ‘mediocre’ considered disparaging whereas ‘average’ does not carry this opprobrium? The Joys of Mediocrity...
