Introduction Course — New Acropolis Boston
Introduction to Living Philosophy
Our Course

Introduction to
Living Philosophy

A 12-week journey into the wisdom of the ages — practical, engaging, and free for your first class.

12-Week Course

Living Philosophy

Philosophy opens up a world of possibilities, inviting us to reimagine ourselves and the world around us. It's not just for academics — it's for anyone seeking meaning, personal growth, and a deeper understanding of life.

Each session draws on the great philosophical traditions of East and West, bringing ancient wisdom into practical conversation with everyday life.

Register for a free intro session

Personal Growth

Practical tools to navigate life's challenges, strengthen your character, and improve relationships.

Community

Engage with like-minded individuals in a welcoming, inclusive space where ideas come alive.

Timeless Wisdom

Socrates, Marcus Aurelius, Confucius, and the Buddha on how to live the Good Life.

Curriculum

Course Topics

Ten sessions drawing on Eastern and Western traditions — each exploring a different civilization's answer to the question of how to live.

Module 1

The Inner World — Ethics & Self-Mastery

Timeless and Universal Philosophy

Timeless and Universal Philosophy

Uncover timeless wisdom, shape your character, and find practical tools to overcome life's challenges.

Ancient India

Ancient India

Dive into the Bhagavad-Gita — Karma, Dharma, reincarnation, and the four branches of Yoga.

The Buddha

The Buddha

The Noble Eightfold Path and the philosophical system rooted in the experiences of Siddhartha Gautama.

Stoicism

Stoicism

Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus on resilience, moral purpose, and being a citizen of the world.

Module 2

The Collective World — Society, Justice & the Good Life

Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece

Justice, education, and Plato's Allegory of the Cave. Key thinkers: Pythagoras, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.

Confucius

Confucius

The enduring legacy of Confucius on education, morality, and harmonious relationships from the Analects.

Egypt

Egypt

Egyptian culture, symbolism, and their notions of morality and justice from one of history's most recorded civilizations.

Module 3

The Mystery of Time — Cosmos & Evolution

Neoplatonism

Neoplatonism

Alexandria's melting pot of Egyptian, Greek, Jewish, Persian, and Indian traditions — Plato revived via Plotinus.

Tibet

Tibet

Ancient knowledge beyond the Himalayas, studied through The Voice of the Silence compiled from Tibetan sources.

Philosophy of History

Philosophy of History

Searching for wisdom in history's patterns — a framework to understand civilization's arc and distinguish myth from reality.

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Philosophy for Living

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Over 500 graduates since 2010

Ready to explore? First class is free.

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