WORLD OF WISDOM

World of Wisdom - From Philosophy into Mystery

The course presents an update version of traditional knowledge, a holistic form of education which, like classical humanism, links Science, Arts, Religion and Philosophies in a comparative way and tries to discover, through research, the laws governing nature and the human being. The history of humanity has left us with a rich inheritance stretching back over thousands of years. New Acropolis wants to preserve this universal heritage and make it accessible to everyone. Discover with us the great philosophies of Eastern and Western civilizations, and find out how they all reveals a forgotten unity between the human being, nature and its latent spiritual potentials. Expand your knowledge, meet like-minded people and find a broader perspective for living. Study Timeless Wisdom and live happier today!

Highlights from the course

The Human Being and the Universe Are we more than just body, mind and spirit? Do we really understand what we are? Will observing nature help us learn about the human experience? The Universal War Bhagavad Gita, a spiritual Hindu epic, is a mythical portrayal of the eternal human struggle. Are there universal laws of life? What is Karma? What does Dharma mean? Philosophy of Yoga and the art of Right Action.

The Life and Teachings of Buddha A practical way to wisdom through the life and ideas of the Buddha. Learn about the four noble truths and the 8 fold path to attain enlightenment. Tibetan Mysticism An ancient Tibetan text with deep insights and powerful imagery about the path of the individual through life. How can you recognize a true Master? Ignorance, learning and wisdom; illusion and reality.; the training of mind. Ethical Concepts of the Ancient World What is real Justice by the Ancient Egyptians, Happiness through Virtue by Aristotle and the importance of order by Confucius. Plotinus and the Stoics "Carpe Diem", the philosopher king and lasting happiness. About the Beauty of the Soul. Ancient Greek Wisdom Socrates: The Philosopher as a "lover of wisdom", Socratic Dialogues. Plato's "Myth of the Cave". Plato's Republic. Education of the Soul. Immortality of the Soul. The Wisdom of Rome Emperor Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Developing Heroic Attitudes, Friendship, Providence, The Citizen of the World. Cycles in History, Man, and Nature If everything is cyclical, is time an illusion? Why do civilizations rise and fall? What is the summer of life? Is there a winter of life? Myth and History Who makes history? Who are the spectators of history? Can we be actors in history? Margeret Meade- 'Never doubt that a small group of people can change the world, in fact, it is the only thing that ever has."

Practices Activities Techniques to improve concentration, attention and imagination. We use some exercises to better understand principals dealt in the classes.

About New Acropolis

New Acropolis is an international non-profit cultural association, having a philosophical, cultural and social approach. It was founded with the purpose of promoting the study of philosophy as a global means to integrate Science, Arts, Ethics and Metaphysics to achieve global human development. This vision is implemented through a broad range of programs that combine theoretical and practical education in different fields.

Our objectives are founded upon classical philosophy, that is, a philosophy that is mainly practical and active, not only intellectual and theoretical. With members of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and social levels, NA emphasizes principles of union and mutual collaboration beyond cultural, social and religious differences.

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