The Dialectics

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Would you kill the Fat Man?

What would YOU do? I thought I’d bring up a bit of ethical philosophy to get folks energized at the start of the week. Nothing like a good moral thought experiment to bring out the best in people... it’s like coffee for the mind! So let’s start with one of the best... The Trolley problem:

Whether it was Pericles leading the Athenians, Leonidas standing up to the Persians, or Alexander the Great conquering his massive empire, the annals are replete with dramatic persons that mark out the many important moments throughout time.

But are these ‘great’ men and women really in charge? Or are they simply riding the waves of momentum that rise and fall with the collection of society?

To paraphrase Tolstoy, are they the tug boat out front pulling the great ship? Or the dinghy bobbing along behind?

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Indigenous Peoples Day

Do Individuals Move the Course of History?

Whether it was Pericles leading the Athenians, Leonidas standing up to the Persians, or Alexander the Great conquering his massive empire, the annals are replete with dramatic persons that mark out the many important moments throughout time. But are these ‘great’ men and women really in charge? Or are they simply riding the waves of momentum that rise and fall with the collection of society? To paraphrase Tolstoy, are they the tug boat out front pulling the great ship? Or the dinghy bobbing along behind? Join our Weekly Discussion Here:

Druids and human Sacrifice

We will look at the fascinating story of the Druids, the history of the ancient Celtic peoples, their philosophies, their politics... as well as their disturbing practices, below in today’s article. Were the Druids as fearsome as the Romans depicted them? Or potentially progressive and intellectual?

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History Of Philosophy

What is Virtue?

I propose that we aren’t living in Culture Wars... we are living in Virtue Wars. Unfortunately the implications of such a differentiation are grave, because cultural discrepancies aren’t necessarily steeped in judgment. But What is VIRTUE in the first place?

How to Give a Speech

It’s the art of the argument.This week we’re looking at the perspective of the Roman orator Cicero. He wholeheartedly believed in using every possible theatrical technique at his disposal to add to the power of his speeches. Discover some of Cicero’s secrets here:

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Was Alexander 'Great'?

Of all the Alexanders throughout the history of the world, he’s the only one that gets to be Great. But does he deserve his reputation? Read part of one of our member’s in-depth articles to delve deep into this incredibly fascinating figure here:

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Do you need kids to care about the future?

Both at an individual and a societal level, are progeny essential for planning? Do we need kids in mind to construct a world that will hopefully be better? Do you need children to care about the future? Join the conversation on Family Trees or Empty Branches here:

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Woke Culture

Last Dinner

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Religion in the Olympics

The Olympic Opening ceremony alludes to an aspect of the ancient Olympics that many don’t immediately associate with the great sporting event: that of religion. Indeed, it was a critical aspect to the games, and as such, worth our investigation. So, please enjoy today’s look at the role of religion in the ancient Olympics:

The Olympics is one of the most enduring and visible legacies of the ancient world that we have. But how did it all come to be? When did the ancient Olympics start... and how and why did they end?Discover it all here: Ancient Olympic Games, Ancient Olympics, Pagan Festivals, Walter Crane, Ancient Greek Art, Greek Pottery, Grece Antique, Sport Art, Iron Age

Ancient Olympic Games

The History of the Olympics

The Olympics is one of the most enduring and visible legacies of the ancient world that we have. But how did it all come to be? When did the ancient Olympics start... and how and why did they end?Discover it all here:

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Why aren't we happy?

The news today, however, is that the youth – those under 30 – are extremely unhappy. But how should we measure happiness? How can we encourage it? And is it possible to truly know if we are happy... while we are still alive? Today’s article delves into an important story from the ancient world... a legend with a lesson on this most important topic. Read on here:

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How Can We Prepare for the Worst?

We can stock up on water and canned goods… make sure we have a full tank of gas and board up the windows… but that is only for the disasters that we know of… or we think we know. This, dear reader, brings me to this week’s question: How can we prepare for the worst?

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What is Zoroastrianism?

Podcast *Now* Out: W hat is Zoroastrianism? How has this Iranian religion impacted the Classical World? And why is one of the world's oldest organized faiths so often over looked? https://youtu.be/CbBGuc7zbGY?si=gORQk_p8qtcDBRfV Featuring Pablo Vazquez

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How Important are Dreams?

Where does this leave us, dear reader, on how we should understand dreams? Are they universal and part of timeless existence? A window or revelation into who we are or what will happen? Or is not taking them so seriously something that separates us from the ancients? Essentially, how important are dreams?

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How can WE know what is TRUE?

How do we know what’s True? How can we decipher what is real among lies? Read about “Triple Threat at Suez Canal, Panama Canal, & Mexico Attack Freight” and how that connects to Cicero here:

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Can We Preserve Ancient Languages?

Today children already have so many expectations. From excelling in school to practicing sports and hobbies, there simply isn't enough time as it is to fit it all in. But if we can't inspire an interest in the next generation, do these ancient languages have a future? Watch an elite panel of ancient Greek and Latin teachers to discuss how can we instill an interest in the youth today, so we can help preserve our collective history for tomorrow.