Foundation Course
A 10 to 12 week course is offered at the school, that not only looks at profound principles that lead to a new outlook, but suggests simple steps towards living a better, more meaningful and serene life. Below is an outline of what will be discussed during the foundation course.
- The importance and meaning of philosophy; what is wisdom? how can wisdom be expressed in practice? the qualities of a wise person; a practical exercise to develop inner poise and efficiency in action.
- Self-knowledge as the basis for good living; the constant underlying the changeable world; the importance of clear observation; viewing the world with an open mind.
- The levels of awareness; the qualities of higher consciousness; Plato: the immortality of the soul.
- Seeing the unity underlying everything; inner stillness - the basis for developing our full potential; Plato: justice, injustice and wisdom; acting with justice and wisdom.
- The great power of reason; the right and wrong use of reason; finding strength and efficiency through inner stillness.
- Raising one's level of consciousness; beauty: outer and inner; beauty of form, thought and character; absolute beauty as the basis of all; connecting with the present moment; expressing our finest inner qualities in life.
- What am I? the characteristics of the human being; body, mind, heart and the unchanging inner observer; developing the power of attention.
- Teachings from the ancient wisdom of India; the three primordial forces in creation; how the three forces operate in the world; recognising our true Self; rising above the duality of pleasure and pain.
- The effect of the three forces on body, mind and heart; using the three forces wisely; developing the power of attention in practice.
- Truth, the essence of our being; inner stillness - the way to Truth.
Fee Structure
Fees are charged based on the running cost for each venue and differ accordingly.
Concessions are available for pensioners, scholars and secondary family members.
Students of the Philosophy Course will pay only a nominal administration levy for the following additional courses held at the selected venues:
Please enquire at the venue for further information regarding the administration levy.
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