Once, the famous English philosopher Bertrand Russell was asked: Are you willing to die for your beliefs? He answered: Of course not. After all, I may be wrong. And we say, we should not die for a belief, even if it was right, rather live for it. The enlightened mind was completely free from radicalism […]
What makes this question unique is that it comes in scientific, philosophical, and psychological context. Scientifically, brain in measured using the latest discoveries done by biologists. Philosophically, it studies concepts and understanding consciousness and the ability of the mind to differentiate and discuss, etc. Psychologically, the study is on conscious psychological actions compared with unconscious […]
Arab Philosophy has always been the focus of many researchers and orientalists. Some of whom acknowledged the Arab Philosophy and the value that Ibn Sina, Al Farrabi, Ibn Rushed, Ibn Tufail and many others have added to establish this philosophy. Others refused to talk about Arab Philosophy, considering it to be Greek Philosophy in Arabic […]
Our youth struggle with many issues related to identity, and possibly even belonging. That is because of various factors, such as educational systems, parenting, culture universalism, digital revolution, social media, and their connection to it. Interesting articles and important information that discuss identity, its definition, and its impacts. You can find it all in the […]
Philosophy is no longer just about theories and abstracts, and philosophers are no longer living in an ivory tower away from life and society. For that, philosophy plays an essential role in the lives of societies and individuals. It gives the ability to logically and consciously analyse matters for individuals and reveal critical issues in […]
Youth workshop at the Fujairah International Philosophy Conference “Ethics and the Present” moderated by Dr. Bassel Al-Zain and Mohammed Khalid Al-Shamsi It dealt with the topic of ethics and the natural state, education and the values of good and evil, happiness and morals, communication ethics, the limits of self-interest
The “Road to Light” workshop was organised under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi Youth Council, and the Philosophy House in Fujairah. The event was held at the Al Bahar Hotel in Fujairah and attracted the participation of many […]
Dr Ahmed Barqawi
In collaboration with the Philosophy House, The Fujairah Youth Council organised a session titled “Youth and Philosophy”. The session, presented by Dr. Ahmed Barqawi, discussed the meaning of philosophy as the science of thinking, as well as how to raise questions and engage in a logical search for the hidden meanings of things. Furthermore, it […]
The Philosophy House is debuting today at the 40th Sharjah International Book Fair, under the theme “Here, a book for you”. Philosophy House’s participation in this flagship cultural festival, which runs from November 3rd to 13th, highlights the significance of philosophy, its enlightening role as a science of thinking associated with investigation and rational research […]
