The Art of Facing Conflict according to Ancient Wisdom
Buy Your Ticket – €5 (Eventbrite) Imagine a world with no conflict. It would likely be a world where we are alone. As soon as we live and work with others, disagreements and conflicts are inevitable, but they don’t have to break us apart. We understand that conflict is a natural part of life. When […]
Life & Death in Ancient Egypt
In the world of ancient Egyptian thought, morality and culture, we find a way of life which, whilst enigmatic and somewhat alien to our modern sensibilities, is at the same time profoundly human. This free talk offers an introduction to the importance of morality in ancient Egypt and the central Egyptian value of ‘Maat’ − […]
Building Tomorrow- Pillars of Civilisations: SCIENCE & SPIRITUALITY
What connects the precision of science with the depth of spirituality?This talk explores the enduring relationship between these two pillars of truth and mysticism, how scientific inquiry and spiritual insight have deepened our contact with reality, each offering complementary ways of knowing and being. From ancient cosmologies to quantum discoveries, we’ll examine how the pursuit […]
Building Tomorrow- Pillars of Civilisations: ART & POLITICS
Art is a mirror of our soul, reflecting our emotions, ideas and beliefs. We’ll explore how art challenges perceptions, and offers a deeper understanding of the human experience – inviting us to question, reflect and connect in ways words alone cannot. From a philosophical point of view politics is both a science and an art, the […]
How to Live with the Sacred according to Mircea Eliade
The Sacred is a dimension of the human condition that has existed since the dawn of consciousness. We have always had ways to connect with and express the timeless and transcendent dimension of Life. Historian and anthropologist Mircea Eliade dedicated his life to the study of this phenomena across countless cultures and civilisations to highlight […]
How to Live with Time according to Seneca
Our age old struggle with Time – some things never change! Including the timeless advice, from over two thousand years ago on how to live and work with time better. The Stoic philosopher Seneca, in his seminal text ‘On the Brevity of Life’, proposes a deep reflection on why we struggle with time, why we […]
How to Live with Space according to Confucius
To master our environment we must learn to practice Order in all aspects of life. Much of our sense of being overwhelmed may come from how much chaos fills our space. Confucian philosophy explains the importance of order, ritual and discipline in managing our space with harmony and peace. The first instalment of the How […]
The Sacred Art of the Mandala
Discover the profound meaning and beauty of Mandalas – ancient symbols of balance, unity, and harmony. Learn about their cultural roots and spiritual significance, before embarking on a collective journey of creating a mandala together. No artistic experience needed — just bring your curiosity and creativity! All materials provided. PLEASE NOTE: As places are limited, […]
Day of Arts & Philosophy | Workshops & Free Talks
Celebrating Day of Arts & Philosophy on Saturday, 21st June from 2pm. Art has long been a means to express and perceive universal values of beauty and harmony by finding an expression to unite opposites, like light and darkness, sounds and silences or movement and stillness. And the artist, like the philosopher, finds a way […]
H.P. Blavatsky and the Mysteries of Esoteric Buddhism
Underlying the oldest aspects of Buddhism are the tenets of the ‘Wisdom Religion’, the deep mysteries of the ancient Orient. H.P. Blavatsky was a pioneer of these teachings in the latter half of the 19th century. In tribute of her anniversary and the immense legacy of her life’s work, join us as we explore the legendary […]