De qué se trata
The Global Stoa is an initiative of the School for a New Stoicism. The meetings are facilitated by City College of New York philosopher Massimo Pigliucci. The group is based on the principle that philosophy is a conversation aimed at improving our lives. Every meeting (usually online) focuses on a topic in practical philosophy as understood by the Stoics and other Greco-Roman schools. Discussions are often inspired by a short suggested reading. As Epicurus (not a Stoic!) put it, “Empty is the argument of the philosopher which does not relieve any human suffering.”
Próximos eventos (4)
Ver todo- [NYC Stoics Reading Group] Inwood and Brennan on Rules in Stoic EthicsSolo los asistentes pueden ver el enlace
[Cross-posted from NYC Stoics]
What role do moral rules play in Stoic ethics?
This question has been debated in the academic literature for decades. However, this is not merely an academic debate; understanding how to deliberate ethically is very important in actually trying to practice Stoicism in the modern world.
In this meetup, we'll get a whirlwind tour of the modern controversies surrounding the place moral rules had in ancient Stoicism, as well as an introduction to key ancient pieces of evidence such as Seneca's 94th and 95th letters. Our tour will be guided by Jason Fishel's 2011 paper: Inwood and Brennan on Rules in Stoic Ethics: Shedding light on Controversy.
To prepare for this meetup, please read the paper in full and come prepared with questions or concepts you want to discuss. You can access the paper for free here.
We'll be assuming you did the reading at this meetup, so if you didn't, it's likely you'll be left behind!
- How to be free, Epictetus styleSolo los asistentes pueden ver el enlace
What does it mean to be free? Would you believe it if someone told you that freedom in entirely up to you? Nowadays we tend to think of freedom in terms of external factors, but the slave-turned-teacher Epictetus of Hierapolis provided us with a different, more intriguing, and very powerful model for what it means to be truly free. Join us for a discussion of Epictetus’s philosophy of freedom!
Suggested reading: How to be free, Epictetus style.
Or, if you have a bit more time: How to Be Free: An Ancient Guide to the Stoic Life, by Anthony Long, Princeton Press.Zoom link: available on this page.
Please plan to log in about five minutes before the meeting. Also note that the zoom room will be locked five minutes after the beginning of the event for security reasons, so come on time!
- [NYC Stoics] In-person Stoic Discussion + hangoutPier 57, New York, NY
[Cross-posted from NYC Stoics]
Come join us for in-person Stoic discussion!
Here's our agenda for this meetup:
5-6pm: informal, optional hangout:
- Grab some food from Market 57 and let's just hang out and chat about whatever. It's okay to skip this part if you just want to come for the Stoicism
6-8pm: The main event:
- Open Q&A and discussion about Stoicism
- Deep read of Enchiridion 24: we'll read through Enchiridion 24 together and share our main practical takeaways. (You can compare multiple public domain translations here: https://enchiridion.tasuki.org/)
You're welcome to come only for the Stoic discussion from 6-8pm, or just show up at 5pm for the more open hangout and discussion.
Notes on the venue: We'll be in Oyster Classroom in Pier 57 (25 11th Ave New York, NY 10011), which I reserved just for our group. Outside food is not permitted, but food from the nearby Market 57 is. Here's a map of the interior of Pier 57: go to Oyster Classroom.
- Athens Practical Philosophy Seminar: Beyond StoicismPhilippos Hotel, Athens200,00 USD
What is a good life? And how can we create that life in a world filled with uncertainty? We invite you to find your own answers to these big questions with help from thirteen of the most prominent Greco-Roman philosophers. By taking cues from the lives and ideas of the Cynics, Epicureans, and others, you’ll learn to:
- Seek pleasure with Aristippus
- Strike the right balance with Aristotle
- Focus on what’s up to you with Epictetus
- Be a rebel like Hipparchia
- Embrace uncertainty with Carneades
- Question everything with Socrates
- Work toward a just society with Plato
Times have changed, but the quest for eudaimonia—a life worth living—stays the same: We still seek pleasure and crave love, avoid pain and fear death. That’s why all these ancient sages can continue to guide us today.
Suggested reading:
Beyond Stoicism: A Guide to the Good Life with Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and Other Ancient Philosophers, by M. Pigliucci, G. Lopez, and M. Alexander Kunz, The Experiment.
UK version: Live Like a Philosopher—What the Ancient Greeks and Romans Can Teach Us About Living a Happy Life.
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Location: Philippos Hotel, Mitseon 3, Athens 117 42, Greece.
This event is sponsored by the Stoa Nova school for a new Stoicism, and will be facilitated by three of its faculty.
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Program
Thursday, June 26
3pm-6pm: The three ports—pleasure, character, and doubt
8pm-10pm: dinner in small groups, philosophy chats
Friday, June 27
9am-12pm: Exploring the port of pleasure—Aristippus and Epicurus
12pm-3pm: lunch break, eateries nearby
3pm-6pm: Exploring the port of character—Aristotle, Epictetus, Hipparchia, and Plato
8pm-10pm: social dinner at Point Restaurant (rooftop of the Herodion Hotel)
Saturday, June 28
9am-12pm: Exploring the port of doubt—Socrates, Protagoras, Carneades, and Pyrrho
12pm-3pm: lunch break, eateries nearby
3pm-6pm: Here be dragons—Pythagoras, Stilpo, and Hypatia
8pm-10pm: dinner in small groups, philosophy chats
Sunday, June 29
Half-day excursion (with lunch) to the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, where the Ionian and Aegean seas meet.
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About the facilitators:
Massimo Pigliucci is an author, blogger, podcaster, as well as the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His new book is Beyond Stoicism: A Guide to the Good Life with Stoics, Skeptics, Epicureans, and Other Ancient Philosophers (with Greg Lopez and Meredith Kunz, The Experiment). More here.
Meredith Alexander Kunz is a writer who created The Stoic Mom blog in 2016 to explore how parents and kids can benefit from practicing Stoic philosophy (now on Substack). She is a communications leader in Silicon Valley and a personal and professional development coach. Meredith earned a bachelor’s degree in history and literature from Harvard College and a master’s degree in history from Stanford University. Her writing has appeared in Newsweek, The San Francisco Daily Journal, The Industry Standard, The Stanford Report, The STOIC magazine, the Stoicism Today blog, and more. With Massimo Pigliucci and Gregory Lopez, she co-authored the new book Beyond Stoicism (in UK: Live Like a Philosopher).
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Fee: $200/person. Payment will not be automatic, you will be contacted by the host with instructions. Your rsvp is tentative until we have received your fee. Thank you!
Refund (minus processing fee) if: (i) the seminar is canceled; or (ii) if you cancel by midnight (ET) on 25 March 2025.
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