What about truth ? World Philosophy Day (Paris, France)
On the occasion of World Philosophy Day, and as part of the 1st edition of the “Night of Philosophy Festival” in Paris, the association New Acropolis Paris invited two renowned philosophers, Bertrand...
View ArticleSpinoza and the philosophy of joy (Paris, France)
In uncertain times it is important to have a supply of joy. But does joy come from pleasure? For Spinoza we too often confuse the enjoyment that our passions bring with “true Joy”. How can we achieve...
View ArticleThe Alchemy of Couple (Paris, France)
What does the couple mean today? Is it just the comfort of a well-oiled relationship that works like a perfect clockwork? Or does the couple allow us to meet the other person we feel closest to, by...
View ArticlePhilo Café: Is it dangerous not to take risks? (Paris, France)
New edition of our Philo-Café organized by the New Acropolis association in the 11th arrondissement of Paris. The lively discussions led us to explore the notion of risk and the role it plays in all...
View ArticleIn support of the homeless (Rouen, France)
Last December, a group of volunteers from New Acropolis went through the streets of Rouen to distribute gifts prepared by members of the association. It was a beautiful moment of conviviality with the...
View ArticleThe alchemy of the couple (Paris, France)
What is the meaning of a couple nowadays? Is it just the comfort of a well-oiled relationship that works like clockwork? Or does the couple allow us to encounter that other person we feel close to,...
View ArticleWorld Philosophy Day (France)
Once again, in 2022, the association New Acropolis actively participated in World Philosophy Day, decreed in 2005 by UNESCO, taking place on the third Thursday of November each year. More than 18...
View ArticleWhat about the truth? World Philosophy Day (Paris, France)
On the occasion of World Philosophy Day, and as part of the 1st edition of the “Nuit de la Philosophie” Festival in Paris, the New Acropolis Paris association invited two renowned philosophers,...
View ArticleCouples Alchemy: when the other mirrors the path to self-improvement (Paris,...
What makes a couple work? What do we basically look for in one another? How do we understand that which simultaneously differentiates and connects us to each other? These questions are at the heart of...
View ArticleWaiting and the Unexpected. Lecture by Jacqueline Kelen (Paris, France)
Jacqueline Kelen is a writer, lecturer and specialist in the myths of the Western tradition and the mystical process. She was awarded the Inner Freedom Prize 2020. What do the Hebrew people walking in...
View ArticleAntoine de Saint Exupéry: Philosopher and Visionary (Lyon, France)
We had the pleasure of welcoming philosopher and writer Olivier Larrègle to our centre in Lyon, who honoured us with a preview of his new book on one of the great writers of the twentieth century,...
View ArticleJung and the Symbolic Universe of Dreams (Rouen, France)
An attentive audience of around 50 people was drawn into the symbolic dimension of dreams, as they listened to Laura Winckler, with her usual good humour, highlighting the pearls that Jung has left...
View ArticleCelebration of Women of All Ages (Biarritz, France)
Flowers, hearts, joy and affection! On the occasion of International Women’s Day, volunteers from New Acropolis Biarritz made an offering of songs and flowers to the Ladies of Wisdom of the Ambroisie...
View Article“Body Art Spirit” courses (Cour Petral, France)
In a world where everything is fragmented and we’ve lost touch with what’s essential, reconnecting with ourself, with others and with nature is the aim of the “Body Art Spirit” courses that New...
View ArticleSupporting the Homeless on the Streets of Bordeaux (Bordeaux, France)
New Acropolis Bordeaux organizes regular support teams for the homeless on the streets of the city. Young volunteers meet homeless people in different situations and from different backgrounds. Apart...
View ArticleFirst aid training (Bordeaux, France)
The members of the Bordeaux Centre attended a first aid course (PSC1) given by Alain and Bernard, trainers from UNASS (National Union of Associations of Rescuers and Lifeguards). As apprentice...
View ArticleLecture: “The First Philosophers” (Paris, France)
At Espace Le Moulin, we delved into the origins of Western philosophy, long before Socrates, Plato and Aristotle. In this lecture, which will be followed by a monthly series of more in-depth...
View ArticleNotre-Dame de París (Cour Petral, France)
The theme of the lecture was “Notre-Dame de Paris, symbolism and companionship”, and brought together Fernand Schwarz, founder in France of the New Acropolis association (in Lyon 50 years ago, in...
View ArticleWorld Cleanup Day 2023 (Montpellier, France)
On the occasion of World Cleanup Day, a group of volunteers fearlessly braved the predicted storm. Even before going into action, as we left despite the unfavorable weather, we could really feel what...
View ArticleWorkshop “Living as a Stoic Today” (Rouen, France)
The New Acropolis Center in Rouen organized a philosophy workshop entitled “Living as a Stoic Today,” which identified some ideas that we can meditate on and practice in our daily lives. Among them,...
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