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message from Director

We learn from ancient traditions that the process of creation of the universe can be understood as a process of limitation, a transition from the unlimited to the limited, Arupa to Rupa. The Egyptians spoke about the Nun, the primordial shoreless ocean which is the source of all life potential. It is from the Nun that Atum-Ra, the first creative force, emerged, symbolically as the first island. It was a force that was able to limit itself and thus creation began. It was also said that The One limited himself in order to know himself; who knows, maybe that is why the universe was created? The wisdom of the Kabbala speaks of life as a flow of energy that moves through various planes, consisting of 10 spheres. The first one is known as Keter (Crown). While it is described as the source of life and creation, it is also mentioned that beyond this sphere of origin there exist much higher planes of life, so divine and unlimited, that they stand beyond our ability to grasp. They are known as Ein, Ein Sof, Ein Sof Or (Nothingness, Endless and Unlimited Light). Here again we see that the process of creation is viewed as contraction and restriction. The book of the Kybalion describes the third law of creation (Manas) as a force of separation, a distinction of forms within the oneness of life; a necessary step in order to create the multiplicity that exists in our world. Our growth lies in the recognition of these fundamental
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forms as the intelligence of the divine, a Manasic ability. Here we speak not of the illusion of limitation that stops us far beyond our real challenges in life, keeping us always handicapped, as in a dark cave. Manasic ability enables concentration on the essentials forms of nature around, and within, us; an ability we might describe as Viveka, the ability to distinguish the Real from the Unreal. We may refer to this force of limitation, that allows The One to express itself through multiplicity, as the power of limits and a creative ability that transforms the invisible to the visible. This power of limits strangely seems like a gate that opens both ways; as it also acts as a means by which to lead from the visible to the invisible world, a necessary practice in order to expand our awareness to the spiritual realms. Thus we can say that walking the path of a disciple-philosopher requires an ability to concentrate, to focus on the essential of life. Therefore, we learn to constantly prioritize the multiple facets of our life. First we clearly understand and define the top priorities; what is my goal, the most important thing? Then we implement it while moving with the current of our life. It requires both flexibility and durability; flexibility to adjust to all circumstances that we may face but durability in following the essential. Another aspect of the power of limits is the ability to focus on the essential, while the storms of life pull us away from our centre. This is more relevant than ever before, as we face the endless
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distracting voices that surround us today. In addition to the many natural voices we tackle, we must also face the multitude of digital sights and sounds, making it more difficult to avoid them. In this context, it is especially necessary to learn the art of limitation, to learn to draw lines where our attention need not be diverted. The Stoics use to say that the real poor man is the one who has too many needs. How true they were?! How many more needless needs have we developed since then? We are falling into the illusion that with more possibilities, we have more capability. But the truth can sometimes be exactly the opposite! One who wishes to expand himself, to live a worthy life of a real philosopher, should use the power of limits in order to dive into the depth of his life, full with richness, meaning and joy, rather than the superficiality of the endless stimulations of the surface. With the return of autumn, the natural flow now moves inward, and as the trees shed their leaves, we too must put aside what we already know is an empty sound, and learn to focus inward. Yaron Barzilay National Director, New Acropolis India (Mumbai) 6  article: What is life about public events 12 Oct 26: Film Screening Unmistaken Child 13  Nov 9: Lecture The Lost City Discovering Machu Picchu 14  Nov 23: Lecture Talking Trees 15  Nov 25: Open House Introductory Lecture 16  Dec 2: New Course World of Wisdom 17  Dec 14: Lecture Land of Mysteries Ancient Egypt 18  Dec 28: Lecture Leonardo Da Vinci The Philosopher 29 food for thought 20 article: Laziness...Who?  Me? 22 wise men of the past 29  activities at na mumbai 30 sufi story 33 testimonials
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what is life about

Fernando Schwarz

What is living? Is it to live depending on circumstances, in comfort, fulfilling urges and desires, or is it to act in full freedom, with discernment and intelligence in order to reach serenity and happiness? Life has the value that we give it in relation to what we are. For a stone, life is to resist. For a plant, life is for growing. For an animal, life is for feeling and fulfilling ones pleasure. The human being has within himself mineral, plant and animal elements.
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What differentiates the human being from these elements is the ability to ask himself questions. What use does life have? For Pierre Hadot, a philosopher specialized in Antiquity, philosophy is not a theoretical system but an experience which is lived, and it is a confrontation to reality, to ones ideas, dreams and decisions and a questioning of oneself without, which there is no life. Life is a movement What is living? Is it to live in a state of inertia seeking the easy life, or is it to live while fulfilling oneself with determination, decision, responsibility and intelligence?

To live is a movement. Things are alive because there is movement. But if this movement becomes inert, mechanistic, artificial, repetitive, dependent, resistant and routine, then life fades and dies. To move from comfort, laziness, living day to day, and from the instinct of preservation which protects us, we need to take risks, to give a purpose to our movements. The more ambitious our goals and dreams are, the more we are capable of putting ourselves in motion. To live in autonomy Life is characterized by autonomy. It is capable of repairing itself, and healing its wounds. An inanimate object cannot do that without human intervention. Life reproduces itself. We can program ourselves to direct our existence towards something else. We can reproduce ourselves biologically or through ideas and sentiments. Life self-regulates and balances

itself. This is the basis of ecology. If our body was not able to regulate itself, it would constantly be ill. Life is to be in movement and to understand the laws of movement. Some encounter these laws through simply being impacted by the movement. They run after life but do not live. They live unconsciously and are moved by instincts and urges. Others question themselves: Where am I going, who am I? What use does life have? They seek a goal, a meaning. They marvel before life, the universe and all that inspires them and enables them to learn with intelligence. The Expression of consciousness Movement is found in the words to express, that is, to realize the potential we have within. But what are we expressing? This is where the notion of consciousness comes in. We can express that which is good within, our need for social recognition, our desire for self realization; our quest for Good, the Truth and Beauty, and we
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can also express the false, superficial and apathetic side of ourselves. In other words, we can express living or appearing to live. Socrates introduced to the Western world, the concept of conscience. He said: I have within me a little voice, a daemon, (not a demon but a genie/angel, a conscience) which sometimes tells me what I shouldnt do but not what I should do. There is a conscience within each one of us, and sometimes this conscience makes us suffer and is suppressed in the subconscious where it continues to act on the body or the feelings. The expression of a destiny Expression implies to accept to be confronted by others, and to experiment in order to improve that which we think we are, or are becoming. To live is to express that which is positive, creative, harmonious, simple but beautiful and good. It is not to express oneself guided by urge or desire, or in other words
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to let off steam and engender violence for oneself and others. To express a destiny is not to express the future through fortune telling. From a philosophical viewpoint, the classical authors of antiquity explain that in ancient Theatre, the Greek tragedy presents the story of a character that has a choice between living a tranquil peaceful life, and accomplishing an exploit which will transcend him, transform him, sometimes at the cost of his life (the Hero). We all have a destiny in potential. This destiny will express itself in our choosing to not act like everyone else, to take ownership for our own life, to be what we want to be and not to become what others expect of us. Life is to confront the unknown, to accept the mystery, to live with it. The power of life and freedom As Hegel said, true consciousness is not a theoretical faculty but a power of living and freedom. To live is to express a power over oneself which leads us towards freedom. For
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a human being to become free, he should not be conditioned by circumstances or by his passions. He must decide and act with intelligence. One can live as an animal, a stone or a tree. To live as a human being, one needs to have spirit. From a philosophical viewpoint, spirit is that capacity we have to understand the world and to free ourselves from it. This capability may be associated with intelligence (intellegere in Latin: to be able to enter). The spirit enables the human being to understand what is real, and to take action while becoming independent of circumstances and not being overwhelmed by them. One keeps a clear spirit in spite of situations. Spirituality is a struggle in order to maintain intelligence, discernment and the possibility to see things in their unity and not in their various parts. Reason enables us to divide things; intelligence enables us to reunite them.

To live intelligently is not only to live reasonably. The ultimate goal of life is happiness. Not an immediate, ephemeral, happiness satisfied by urge, but what Socrates calls eudemonia; an inner state of serenity, wisdom and calm, a state of being without attachment, and with discernment. To live life is an opportunity to be happy.
Fernando Schwarz is the National Director of New Acropolis France

Schedule of Public Events Oct Dec 2013

Kabir Event

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Oct 26: Saturday 6 pm [2 hrs], FREE ADMISSION Film Screening New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

Nov 9: Saturday 6 pm [2 hrs], FREE ADMISSION Lecture New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

Unmistaken Child

The Lost City Discovering Machu Picchu

The Buddhist concept of reincarnation, while both mysterious and enchanting, is hard for most to grasp. Unmistaken Child follows the four-year search for the reincarnation of Lama Konchog, a world-renowned Tibetan master who passed away in 2001. The Dalai Lama charges the deceased monks devoted disciple, Tenzin Zopa, to search for his masters reincarnation. Tenzin sets off on this unforgettable quest through remote Tibetan villages. Along the way, Tenzin listens to stories about young children with special characteristics, and performs rarely seen ritualistic tests designed to determine the likelihood of reincarnation. He eventually presents the child he believes to be his reincarnated master to the Dalai Lama so that he can make the final decision.
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The latest entry to the 7 Wonders of the World, this forgotten city hidden above the clouds of the Peruvian Rain Forests, gained fame with its discovery by Hiram Bingham in 1911. Its awe-inspiring architecture is perhaps the best known testament to the Inca way of life. Hidden within its walls are clues to understanding Inca mythology, symbolism, and ceremonies, which suggest a wondrous ability to connect with Life. Join us on our journey through this Lost City, and begin to understand the important role of Philosophy in the lives of the Incas.

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Nov 23: Saturday 6 pm [2 hrs], FREE ADMISSION Lecture New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

Nov 25: Monday 7:30 pm [2 hrs], FREE ADMISSION Open House New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

Talking Trees

Open House Introductory Lecture

When we speak of nature, the first element that comes to mind is the tree. Standing tall and strong through the ages, trees represent eternal values. Some trees play an important role is ceremonies, some are held in high regard in mythology. Yet others are thought to reveal secrets of Life to him who knows how to listen. Why do we look for inspiration elsewhere when it is right here before our eyes? Cant we draw from the example of the tree to live more meaningfully every day, as have cultures throughout the ages? Together, we will explore these concepts through the symbolism of the tree.

Be happier! Live a more meaningful life! Live up to your true potential, and make a real difference in the world around you! At New Acropolis we foster an active and practical approach to Living Philosophy with an acute awareness of the World around us. This Open House gives you the opportunity to learn about the introductory course (beginning 2nd Dec 2013, Every Monday, 15 Sessions) World of Wisdom where you will learn what it takes to become a true philosopher through a comparative study of the Teachings of the Great Masters of the past.

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Dec 2: Monday 7:30 pm [2 hrs], PRIOR REGISTRATION REQUIRED New Course, Rs. 4,500 New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

Dec 14: Saturday 6 pm [2 hrs], FREE ADMISSION Lecture New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

world of wisdom 1st Lecture of new course

Land of Mysteries Ancient Egypt

This course establishes the foundation of every aspiring Philosopher. The curriculum comprises of traditional knowledge, presented as a comparative study of Classical Philosophies, and helps each student to develop a sensitive ability to internalize the fundamental Laws that govern Nature, and Humanity. The course material serves as an introduction to ancient cultures and investigates the origins of humanity a time when the Invisible World was respected, drawing a sense of wonder and esoteric mysticism. New Acropolis strives to preserve this universal heritage, by offering it as an integral part of its scholastic development. Course Duration - 15 Sessions. Mondays, 7:30 pm 9:30 pm. Fees Apply.
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For thousands of years, Ancient Egypt has served as a source of wonder and mystery for countless explorers and philosophers. The Pyramid of Khufu built at Giza stands testament to this - being classified as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Did the Ancient Egyptians know something different? How were they able to impact humanity with such permanence and magnitude? Join us on a journey of discovering this ancient culture, often referred to as the Land of Mysteries.

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Dec 28: Saturday 6 pm [2 hrs], FREE ADMISSION Lecture New Acropolis Centre, Mumbai

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Leonardo Da Vinci The Philosopher

A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in. Greek Proverb

An artist, an architect, a scientist, an engineer and an inventor. This most dynamic figure, at the heart of Renaissance movement, is a true enigma. Who was Leonardo Da Vinci? What are the secrets behind his genius? Lets delve deep into the mind of this beloved Renaissance icon. Lets celebrate his life and work by understanding his achievements, inspirations and influences in the context of the Renaissance as a whole.

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ARTICLE

LazinessWho? Me?
Delia Steinberg Guzman

In general, we understand laziness to be the sluggishness or procrastination of doing things. (Procrastination: to postpone everything for later. Sluggishness: to spend excessive time doing what should have been done immediately.) It is easy to understand laziness in relation to the movements of our body, with the laxity we confront actions, with the excessive time needed to reach an objective, this is exactly why time, seems distant. But laziness can be found in all planes of the personality. It doesnt affect us so much that it paralyzes our feelings and thoughts; but it can be felt and thought in everything that becomes comfortable and
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agreeable, that doesnt require effort or perseverance. Psychological effort is the determining element of this kind of laziness: to avoid any disturbance. What does a lazy person do? He knows he has various sentimental situations to define or resolve, but he prefers not to see them. He thinks that time will deal with it erasing the clouds of his emotional panorama and that, further on, he will find everything fixed. When there is no other remedy but to confront these situations, he gets agitated, attacking those who dared to show him what he will not accept. Driven by anger a palliative formula is created, for his lack of determination.

In the eyes of others, he may appear as a calm person, but his tranquility is a fruit of his inability to confront the challenges that life sets before him in a natural manner. This person makes a lifestyle from comfort. But deep inside, he knows he lives in a bubble that could explode at any moment. He may be an admirer of the spiritual ideals, ethical or esthetic, he likes them, but he is incapable of applying any of them in his life, because in doing so he would have to change his dull tranquility. He would have to introduce changes, battle with difficulties. As all these would require effort, he hides once more behind comfort, continuously, stating that it is impossible for him to change.

The lazy person, however, has a hidden fear that he never confesses: he is afraid of time and of the many things he will never do. In this case, he blames destiny for his bad luck, his lack of opportunities. And he prefers to cry feeling hounded by his bad luck instead of moving a single physical or psychological muscle. Remedy for laziness: Attention. Remedy for Procrastinating: Adding value to every single minute.
Delia Steinberg Guzman is the International Director of the IONA (International Organization of New Acropolis)

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WISE MEN OF THE PAST

according to Aristotle, was Cratylus, who in turn had been a follower of Heraclitus. At the age of twenty he met Socrates, who on the previous day had dreamt of a cygnet taking flight. He stayed with him until his masters death, eight years in all. As he himself recalls in his Seventh Letter, as a young man he wanted to enter politics, desirous of taking part in public life in an age of decline and crisis for his city.

by priests who immersed him in the sea - although this may be a reference to a ritual alluding to his initiation in the Egyptian mysteries. On his return from Egypt he made his way back first to Cyrene and then to Magna Graecia, visiting Tarentum and Syracuse, two decisive cities in his biography. The first, governed by the Pythagorean Archytas, offered him the model for the government of the philosophers and the whole Pythagorean system which was so essential to his philosophical work. It was Archytas, the philosophical prince, who put him in touch with Dionysius, the tyrant of Syracuse. A relationship was initiated with the tyrant Dionysius the Elder and his nephew Dion, full of vicissitudes, which ended with his being sold into slavery in Aegina and being freed by Anniceris of Cyrene. After his release, Plato returned to Athens and a long period of teaching and research began, which was to last some forty years, briefly interrupted by two
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Plato The son of Ariston and a descendant of King Codrus and Perictione, who was a descendant of the great lawgiver, Solon, he was born in Athens in 429/28 B.C. and died in 347 B.C. His real name was in fact Aristocles and Plato was a nickname which means broad-shouldered. It was apparently given to him by Ariston, his wrestling teacher. According to Diogenes Laertius, he was born on the 7th day of Thargelion, which corresponds
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to the month of April, although the Neoplatonic Academy of Florence celebrated his anniversary on 7th November. He had two brothers, Adeimantus and Glaucon and a sister, Potona, who was the mother of Speusippus, his successor at the Academy. Little is known of his early youth, except that he cultivated wrestling, painting and composed dithyrambs, songs and tragedies. His first philosophy teacher,

The trial and death of Socrates marked a turning point in the course of Platos life and a period of seeking and learning began. In this period he has been identified with some very significant philosophical schools and probably with some schools of initiation as well. He left Athens and moved to Megara, to hear the teachings of Eucleides, and then to Cyrene, where he learnt mathematics with Theodorus. In Italy he became a disciple of the Pythagoreans, Philolaus and Eurytus. The last stage of his journey took him to Egypt, where he fell seriously ill and was healed

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journeys to Syracuse, in 366 and 361. His philosophical school, the Academy, then came into being, in a modest gymnasium situated three kilometres from the Dipylon gate near the district of Colonus, where Sophocles had been born. Among the disciples of Plato, in addition to Speusippus as already mentioned and Aristotle, were two women: Lastenia of Mantineia and Axiotea, a Philasian, who dressed as a man. Works The writings of Plato take the form of dialogues or letters, characterised by an exquisite and refined style, designed to express in the most rational way the most abstract mysteries of knowledge. His philosophical arguments appear through the speeches of Socrates and other wise men, such as Timaeus the Pythagorean, who take part in his dialogues. Among the many possible ways of cataloguing his thirty-five dialogues and thirteen letters that have been carried out by so
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or Funeral Orations, Gorgias, or Rhetoric, Republic I, or Justice, Protagoras, or the Sophists, Meno, or Virtue. 3. Period of maturity: Phaedo, or the Soul, The Symposium, or Love, Republic II-X, or Justice, Phaedrus, or Beauty. 4. Period of old age: Parmenides, or the Ideas, Theaetetus, or Knowledge, Timaeus, or Nature, The Sophist, or Being, The Statesman, or Royalty, Philebus, or Pleasure, Critias, or Atlantis, The Laws, or Legislation, and Epinomis, or the Philosopher. In the allegorical fresco of Philosophy painted by Raphael of Urbino and entitled The School of Athens, Plato appears holding the text of the Timaeus, thus referring to the most significant work of Platonic philosophy, which has been one of the most studied throughout the centuries, and is full of Pythagorean references and a wisdom originating in the Mysteries concerning the doctrine of the World Soul.

Plato and philosophy It can be affirmed that Plato transposes the mystery tradition into philosophy, as can be seen from his use of the concepts of reminiscence and purification. In this respect he sets out two principles: that of the progressive transmutation of being as the sensible world rises towards the intelligible world, and that of Theophany or the union of the soul with the divine. See the Symposium and the account given of the teachings of Diotima. The Platonic philosopher is like Eros, the son of Poros and Penia. Only the gods are wise. The philosopher stands midway between wisdom and ignorance, because he is conscious of his ignorance. In the Symposium, the definition of philosophy is given as love or desire for wisdom. The philosopher is not only an intermediary, but a mediator, since he reveals to men something that proceeds from the world of the gods, from the world of wisdom. Philosophy, in the Symposium, appears as an experience of love. Wisdom is one of the most beautiful things
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many centuries of commentaries and followers of the Divine Plato, as he was called in the Renaissance, the chronological classification seems to be the one that bears most relation to the course of the philosophers life: 1. Socratic period: Apology of Socrates, Crito, or Duty, Ion, or the Iliad, Laches, or Courage, Lysis, or Friendship, Charmides, or Temperance, Euthyphro, or Piety. 2. Period of transition: Euthydemus, or the Arguer, Hippias Minor, or Falsity, Cratylus, or the Accuracy of Words, Hippias Major, or the Beautiful, Menexenus,

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the way of life of the philosopher, which lies in becoming just and holy in the clarity of intelligence. Knowledge for Plato is never theoretical: it is the transformation of being, virtue, as well as feeling. In his dialogue, Parmenides, he speaks of the relationship between ideas and things. Plato speaks of the participation of things in Ideas. He reconciles such a principle by saying that what exists, reality, is neither pure unity nor pure multiplicity. The doctrine of the Ideas is the central core of the Platonic philosophy, as well as being the aspect most disputed by Aristotle and his followers. The ideas are the truth of things, the essences which sustain reality, the models that govern the cosmos. The soul can gain access to the ideas, once it has been freed from the conditioning of the sensible world and discovers that perceptible reality is no more than the shadow of the ideas. The interpretation of

the relationship between ideas and things has led to the question of whether Plato is defending immanency or a transcendent position that separates essences from things, although in effect he reconciles these two apparently antagonistic interpretations.

and Love is love for the beautiful, so Love must be a philosopher and must therefore lie midway between the wise and the ignorant, he declares in the above-mentioned dialogue, through the mouth of Socrates. Philosophers are, like Love, intermediaries between the gods and men. Love is the aspiration of men to happiness. It is the desire for immortality, the
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impulse of intelligence towards the idea of the Good. Philosophy is also an exercise in dying, since death is the separation of the soul from the body, which is what the philosopher strives to achieve. The philosopher is one who truly knows the science of dying. In the Theaetetus he describes

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ACTIVITIES AT NA MUMBAI

search for space for a Cultural Centre in Mumbai

New Acropolis is an international not for profit organization, represented in over 50 countries, having values based on Philosophy, Culture and Volunteering. The organizations flagship centre in India was established in Mumbai in 2006. Today we have almost 100 active members and hundreds of regular visitors. Our centre in Mumbai serves as a community space for cultural and social exchange, where we conduct lectures, workshops, and various activities related to art, dance, and theatre. Our work is entirely supported by volunteers and member contributions. We are currently looking for a larger space of approximately 4000 sq. ft. to continue our work and house our flagship centre in Mumbai. Ideally, the new space would consist of:
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A free use space in which to host public events to seat a 100 Smaller rooms to conduct classes, intensive training sessions, and an office space A pantry/kitchen Access to an open outdoor space for physical and ecology related training activities We seek the valuable support of individuals and organizations, which share in our commitment to humanity and take cognizance in our work and ideals. Guidance or referrals to philanthropic individuals or organizations would be deeply appreciated. To assist in our search, please contact us at info@acropolis. org.in or +91 99200 18204.

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SUFI STORY

The Land of Truth

Idries Shah A certain man believed that the ordinary waking life, as people know it, could not possibly be complete. He sought the real Teacher of the Age. He read many books and joined many circles, and he heard the words and witnessed the deeds of one master after another. He carried out the commands and spiritual exercises which seemed to him to be most attractive. He became elated with some of his experiences. At other times he was confused; and he had no idea at all of what his stage was, or where and when his search might end. This man was reviewing his behaviour one day when he suddenly found himself near the house of a certain sage of high repute. In the garden of that house, he encountered Khidr, the secret guide who shows the way to truth. Khidr took him to a place where he saw people in
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great distress and woe, and he asked who they were. We are those who did not follow real teachings, who were not true to our undertakings, who revered self-appointed teachers, they said. Then the man was taken by Khidr to a place where everyone was attractive and full of joy. He asked who they were. We are those who did not follow the real Signs of the Way, they said. But if you have ignored the Signs, how can you be happy? asked the traveller. Because we chose happiness instead of Truth, said the people, just as those who chose the self-appointed chose also misery. But is happiness not the ideal of man? asked the man. The goal of man is Truth. Truth is more than happiness. The man who has Truth can have whatever mood he wishes, or none, they told him. We have pretended that Truth is happi-

ness, and happiness Truth, and people have believed us, therefore you, too, have until now imagined that happiness must be the same as Truth. But happiness makes you its prisoner, as does woe. Then the man found himself back in the garden with Khidr beside him. I will grant you one desire, said Khidr. I wish to know why I have failed in my search and how I can succeed in it, said the man. You have all but wasted your life, said Khidr, because you have been a liar. Your lie has been in seeking personal gratification when you could have been seeking Truth. And yet I came to the point where I found you, said the man, and that is something which happens to hardly anyone at all. And you met me, said Khidr, because you had sufficient sincerity to desire Truth for its own sake, just for an instant.

It was that sincerity, in that single instant, which made me answer your call. Now the man felt an overwhelming desire to find Truth, even if he lost himself. Khidr, however, was starting to walk away, and the man began to run after him. You may not follow me, said Khidr, because I am returning to the ordinary world, the world of lies, for that is where I have to be, if I am to do my work. And when the man looked around him again, he realized that he was no longer n the garden of the sage, but standing in the Land of Truth.

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World of Wisdom From Philosophy to Mystery

TESTIMONIALS

With the help of New Acropolis I have started my voyage towards my higher self. I would quote Rumi by saying Lovers dont finally meet somewhere. They are in each other all along. New Acropolis is practically helping me to change and become able to effectively start bridging this gap. Shraddha Shetty

Offering a truly enriching Way of Life Course Begins: Monday, December 2nd 2013
Man and the Cosmos Ancient Egypt & India Mysteries of Tibet Buddhist Philosophy Confucius Greek Tradition Wisdom in Rome, Stoics Neoplatonism and Plotinus Astrology, Alchemy and Yoga History and Myth

Over the last year, New Acropolis has been a breath of fresh air an insightful and eye-opening reminder of who we really are and why we are here. It has helped me look beyond the daily noise of life and focus on what is really important. Trishya Screwvala

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EVENT PROMOTION

Every Friday, 7:45 am-9:15 am Fees: 1500/month Venue: New Acropolis Centre Krav Maga is an Israeli form of self-defence. It is efficient and focused on real-world situations. The name in Hebrew translates as contact combat. Krav Maga emphasizes threat neutralization and is used by the Israeli Defence Forces and several other law enforcement organizations. Today, we are often surrounded by mindless violence and general sense of lawlessness. It is not hard to imagine being confronted by a situation threatening the life of a fellow human being. This beginner level course, guided by an instructor affiliated to The International Krav Maga Federation, will develop efficient self-defence skills to enable participants to protect themselves as well as fellow Mumbaikars. To register, please contact us at info@acropolis.org.in.
New Acropolis Centre, A-O Ground Floor, Connaught Mansions, Opp. Colaba Post Office, Mumbai +91.22.3192.0515 | info@acropolis.org.in | www.acropolis.org.in

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New Acropolis Centre, A-O Ground Floor, Connaught Mansions, Opp. Colaba Post Office, Mumbai +91.22.3192.0515 | info@acropolis.org.in | www.acropolis.org.in