… This group is a good place to . . . . . . meet people interested in philosophy. . . . find common ground between others.. . . struggle with difficult questions.
Also see these other philosophy groups in Chicago: Greek Philosophy: http://www.meetup.com/SocratesPlato
/ Modern Philosophy: http://www.meetup.com/Philosophy-from-Des
cartes-to-Nietzsche/ 20th Century Philosophy: http://www.meetup.com/The-Chicago-Philosophy-Meetup/ Eastern Philosophy: http://www.meetup.com/taoism-15/ Philosophy of Re …
Art Appreciation is the understanding of the timeless qualities that characterise all great art. So too is philosophy concerned with universality and truth. What is your relationship to art? Why is art meaningful to you? This group explores the great world of art, aesthetic experience, and its relation to philosophy. We will be looking at all types of media from painting to music, poetry and film. Also see these other philosophy groups in Chicago: Greek Philosophy: http://www.meetup.com/ …
This meetup provides an opportunity to discuss philosophy in the traditional, reasoned sense. Whether you enjoy thinkers such as Plato, Wittgenstein, or Spinoza, or relish sharp arguments, or simply love the broader horizon, you're in the right place! "A philosopher who is not taking part in discussions is like a boxer who never goes into the ring." Ludwig Wittgenstein (1889-1951) "What is wanted is not the will to believe, but the wish to find out, which is the exact opposite." Bertrand Russe …
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This group is dedicated to an exploration of the ideas informing educational philosophy, policy-making and planning - including investigation, analysis and critique of educational design at the local, state, national and international levels. I hope to open an erudite and broad-minded conversation about the underlying purpose(s) of public education from an eclectic, multi-angled perspective (i.e., classical Western, Eastern, post-modern, traditionalist, etc.). I am interested in what are the m …
The Ethical Humanist Society is a congregation for those who seek a rational, compassionate philosophy of life without regard to belief or non-belief in a supreme being.
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… In our overarching general philosophy, we are a kindred organization to the University of Arizona's Center for Consciousness Studies ( http://www.consciousness.arizona.ed
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You are invited to join us, on our ongoing adventure, as we explore the nature of the phenomena that we call “consciousness.”
"The purpose of this meetup is to provide a venue for individuals who walk the esoteric/inner path but also strive for a balance with their more exoteric & worldly nature. I seek others like myself who walk the inner path and have experienced inner transfigurations and can examine these powerful, spiritual experiences from a scientific & psychological lens, who introspect ruthlessly, who are open to exploring the inner realms of self-identity, and who value knowledge and wisdom above all. I hav …
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… Other topic based discussion (i.e. ethics, psychology, philosophy) 6. Cooking classes As you can see, some events aren't inherently veg*n related, and some aren't inherently intellectual. We welcome a broad range of members.
Inspired by the fictional Jedi in Star Wars, we strive to emulate the path of the Jedi in our real lives. We're not just Star Wars fans, but people who see a core of truth in its philosophy that is worth bringing into the world. Our meetings are for the purpose of training (martial arts, meditation, energy, philosophy, and other topics a Jedi knight needs to understand) and building community. We also don't just sit around watching films and reading books; we go out and offer our services wher …
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… The focus, direction and philosophy of Suburban Adventures will remain that of the organizers. We always welcome and value any comments that you can send directly to the organizers of the group. We also reserve the right to modify, change or delete any postings that are believed by the organizers to be counter to the planned direction of the group and remove or block any members at the discretion of the organizers. Our philosophy and focus on our core values has given us great strength, moment …
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Our Group's purpose is to help you discover the power of being in charge of your life.
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Our Group's purpose is to help you discover the power of being in charge of your life. What we do in our Meetup Group: - We are exploring the Universal Laws that govern our lives. In the process of our discovery - or I should say re-discovery- and application of the Laws, we are employ all available modalities, such as meditation, strengthening one's intuition, developing psychic abilities, learning and practicing Law of Attraction, just to name a few... Who is a good fit for the group: - An …
Meet other local atheists and freethinkers. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends. Discuss contemporary issues regarding hispanics/latinos and the predominance of religion in our culture. Make atheists more visible in our local communities by promoting education, community service, secular religious education and upholding the separation of church and state.
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We are a group of Students, Alumni and prospective students enrolled in, graduated from and/or is intersted in the Institute of Integrated Nutrition. This is a great way to Network with each other and get together to explore ways that we can help each other succeed in powerfully helping others heal and live their best lives! What is IIN? Teaching the Future of Nutrition Are you ready to transform your mind, body and career with a world-class education that supports you on every level?I …
… It allows potential business allies to understand what you have to offer and to get a sense of your business philosophy. Most business relationships go beyond the need to simply solve a problem. People are more inclined to award business opportunities to those they like and trust. Personal interaction allows you to establish the necessary rapport that makes others comfortable introducing you to their network of business contacts and allies. Ultimately excellent networking is achieved when people …
We've had a modernist fiction book club going since May 2011, with a lot of good discussions, and could use a couple more regulars. In the past, we've read novels by Joyce, Malraux, Kafka, Wright, Mishima, Faulkner, Nabokov, Unamuno, Ellison, Hamsun, Woolf, Biely, and Gide.
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Meet other local atheists, agnostics and secular humanists. Gather to discuss beliefs and philosophies, and make new friends.
… The Backstory: My name is Nathan Hakimi and I just finished college, studying Cognitive Science, Philosophy, and Film. I have always been into the idea of "Consciousness", which to me was the gateway logically/philosophically to an expanded metaphysics which led me into mysticism, psychedelic/entheogenic shamanism, all kinds of spirituality including Buddhism Hinduism Sufism Kabbalah Yoga Meditation etc, and ultimately back to my own faith which is the monotheistic lifestyle of Judaism! Now I a …
Seiwajyuku Chicago is a study group of business owners who devoted to the ideas of Dr. Kazuo Inamori. Through analysis and discussion of his life and business philosophy, members strive for continual self improvement. There are 61 branches of Seiwajyuku sister branches, comprising more than 5,500 members worldwide.
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The WSSF focuses on the writings and theological insights of Emmanuel Swedenborg, an 18th century Christian mystic. Swedenborg wrote extensively about the esoteric meanings “hidden” within the biblical text, his personal communications with angels and spirits, and explanations of specific Christian doctrines such as the Trinity, the Hypostatic Union, and Divine Providence. Although Swedenborg himself is relatively obscure, his ideas have had wide-ranging impact and his influence on both traditio …
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