The Apology of Socrates

The Philosopher-King Marcus Aurelius

This episode explore the key tenets of Stoicism through selected quotes of the Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher.

The Dao De Jing

The Dao De Jing  (道德經) or The Classic of the Way is the foundational text of Taoist philosophy. Written by Lao Tzi, it is an ancient Chinese mystical work dating back to the 6th century BCE. This episode explores the concepts of Being, non-being, the sage, and non-action, and how this corresponds to Islamic divine unity. Today, we are joined with Mustafa Ali.

Jesus' Sermon on the Mount

A commentary and interpretation on the teachings of Jesus; the Sermon on the Mount contains the central tenets of morality and spirituality. This episode discusses why we should explore teachings beyond our own worldview and how this can transform our perspective. Today, I will be joined with Mustafa Ali.

The Apology of Socrates

A discussion of selected passages in the Apology of Socrates by Plato. Here we explore a spiritual perspective to Socrates' defence in court against his accusers, which took place in 399 BCE. Today, I will be joined with Mustafa Ali.

What is the Human Being?

This episode explores the fundamental duality of the human being: the spiritual and the material.