A fund raising event and a whole night meditation sit. Some of you may remember last year’s event – somewhere in mid March 2009. Here is a picture to remind you – and if you click on it you can see a few more. This year the Jhanathon will be held at the end of Read the full article…
Continue readingHow to Grow a Happy Philosophical Dialogue and Charity Fundraiser This Philosophy Night we’ll be discussing the notion of “happiness”. What does it mean to be happy? Why do we seek it? Are we designed to be happy? This year’s panel will include a psychotherapist, Dr Eng-kong Tan, a philosopher, Dr Caroline West, and a Read the full article…
Continue readingPhilosopher Justine McGill will discuss the possibilities and dangers that flow from a Nietzschean, post-Christian perspective on moral freedom and responsibility. The Buddhist way to conceive of personal freedom and responsibility in the absence of a transcendent God will be discussed by Buddhist monk and scholar Bhante Sujato. Where: School Hall, Blackheath Primary School, Cnr Read the full article…
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