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Rafael Castro discusses good manners (adab), loyalty and honor; how and why they are central to the Arabic and Islamic traditions and cultures. Mr. Castro draws from his life experiences with anecdotal stories to contrast Jewish and Arabic approaches to solving conflicts. The Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues continues its mission of fostering open and […]
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Listen to Rawan Osman share her experiences from living in Lebanon and the Middle East and how she changed from an antisemite to an ally through an act of kindness. Understand the anti-normalization restrictions that prevent Arabs from connecting to Israeli Jews and how education can lead the way to peace in the region. Exploring
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Alexander Rosenthal-Púbal presents and defends the main ideas in his new book, co-authored with Graham James McAleer, The Wisdom of our Ancestors: Conservative Humanism and the Western Tradition. Exploring Conservative Humanism: A Discussion on Tradition, Modernity, and the Future of the West The latest session of the Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues featured a compelling
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Dilip Kumar Roy speaks about the Hindu revival in India from an Indian perspective. Understanding the Hindu Revival: A Historical and Cultural Perspective In a thought-provoking discussion, Dilip explored the historical and ideological background behind the current Hindu revival, addressing misconceptions often portrayed in Western media. Hinduism, unlike Abrahamic religions, does not seek conversion but
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Professor Jacob Howland from Austin University presents on “Philosophy and Ideological Tyranny in Plato’s Cleitophon: Lessons for our Time.” The Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues: A Space for Thoughtful Debate Thank you all for joining us at the first public meeting of the Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues. I extend my deepest gratitude to my
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Ryan Bellerose is a member of the Metis nation of Alberta Canada and is an indigenous rights activist. In this talk he explains the theoretical foundation of indigenous rights and apply it to the conflict between Jews and Arabs over the land of Israel. The Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues: Addressing Jewish Identity and Indigenous
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This presentation is hosted by CFCI, Classical Forum for Contemporary Issues. CFCI was founded by classicist and ancient Greek philosopher Gabriel Danzig to bring together scholars for discussing contemporary issues. The CFCI is a Socratic exploration of worldly affairs. Exploring Anti-Colonialism: A Lecture by Alexander Rosenthal-Púbul Alexander Rosenthal-Púbul is the director of the Petro Institute,
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