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The Masonic Philosophical Society seeks to recapture the spirit of the Renaissance that brought mankind so many scientific, artistic, and philosophical advancements without seeking to destroy spiritual pursuits.

While the progress of the Renaissance, of the 14th century, can be largely attributed to newly available literature and methods for wide distribution of information The Masonic Philosophical Society recognizes a new challenge in our modern world. Access to information has never been greater. However, the sheer volume of data accessible to mankind can be daunting without the aid of a curriculum or a guide.

The Masonic Philosophical Society embraces the concept of learning not for school, but for life, and believes that all men, who seek it, deserve accessible continued education. We further embrace the concept of a community environment, where ideas can be shared and debated in an open forum. From the seven liberal arts to the arcane, we seek to gain and to share the knowledge that is the legacy of mankind.

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Other Countries: El Número de Oro: ¿azar en la naturaleza o diseño inteligente?; Arte abstracto: ¿Ejercicio intelectual o búsqueda espiritual?; Humanity and Disasters: How Should Man React?; Is the Current Model of Science Sustainable?; What makes Homo Sapiens so special?; How does language evolve?; Can Astrology and Tarot Predict Our Future?; How relevant is Religion?; Does the system turn good people bad?; Does an irrational number (Phi) govern structures in our objective universe?; What is Freethought and has it lost the intent of its original meaning?; Does Freemasonry advocate Anarchy?; Is Astrotheology the foundation of all world religion?; Is Hermeticism an ancient form of science?; ?; ?; ?; ?; ?; ?; ?; ?; Is Freemasonry a Religion?; Does Nihilism Lead to a Fulfilling Life?; The U.S. Electoral College: Effective System or Outdated Paradigm?; What Can the Life of Samurai Miyamoto Musashi Teach Us About Freemasonry?; Do Ancient Alchemical Beliefs on the Cycle of the Elements Have any Bearing to the Modern World?; Is the evolution of language an indication of the evolution of man?; What would our Founding Fathers think of the Supreme Court Today?; Dark; "The Invisible Cloth": What is the Metaphor Embedded in this Tale?; Do the Ends Justify the Means?; Was Judas’ Betrayal of Jesus an Act of a Compassionate Sacrifice?; Camus, The Stranger, and the Absurd; Is the worldview that the ultimate reality of the universe is Mental(or Spiritual) rather than physical/material relevant today?; How do Stories, Epics, and Myths Communicate our Human Behavior?; Does the Trivium Method provide a path to intellectual freedom?; Do fractals represent the Nature of our reality?; J.S. Bach, a brilliant composer, or an inspired rebel?; Is the book The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho merely a story of chasing after your dreams or is it about self discovery and improvement?; Geometria Sagrada é uma integração da ciência e da espiritualidade?; ¿Tiene la alquimia importancia en nuestra vida moderna?; Puede una Sociedad basada en la competencia, brutalidad y el miedo cambiar todo esto?; ¿Es la masonería una religión, o un sustituto de la religión o algo completamente diferente?; ¿Es la masonería una religión, o un sustituto de la religión o algo completamente diferente?; Qué es la Epigenética y como actúa en nuestras vidas y que relación tiene con la Masonería.; ¿Qué es el compañerismo y cuál es su rol en la Masonería?; ¿Qué es el compañerismo y cuál es su rol en la Masonería?; El Arte y su Lenguaje ¿Qué son y cómo nos transforman?; ¿Es la Materia Oscura el Éter de los alquimistas?; Poder, sexualidad y voluntad de saber en la Masoneria.; Las Supercuerdas y la visión remota de partículas, ¿un vislumbre más de la realidad detrás del velo de Isis?; ¿Es el Amor un elemento de transformación?; ¿Qué relación existe entre los Dioses de Egipto y la Masonería?; ¿Cómo aborda la Masonería la Teología, que es el estudio de lo Divino?; Es la muerte a su vez un nacimiento? El simbolismo de la muerte entre profanos y masones.; ¿Qué es la consciencia? ¿Cuál es la esencia de la consciencia, de esa chispa que hace que nosotros seamos quienes somos y como se relaciona con la Masonería?; A maçonaria teve participação na Incofidencia Mineira?; O Pequeno Príncipe de Saint-Exupery; El Viaje del Héroe, ¿ exclusiva de los cuentos o es una habilidad que podemos desarrollar?
Ohio: How is Masonry an alchemical process?; How can we read literature to understand it in a new light and use it in our Masonic journey?
Colorado: Is Meditation Fact or Illusion?; Why Were There Books Purposely Left out of the Bible?; Can Yoga Bring About Personal Perfection?; Can Freemasonry Help us Form the Government of the Future?; Who Does not Want a Utopia?
Texas: Test; Does photography offer a true representation of reality?; Color Theory and the I Ching; Dark
Utah: What insight can be found in the Mystic Writings of St. Teresa of Ávila?; Was the Occult behind the Rise and Fall of the Third Reich?; Is There Still Significance in Stories of Journeying to the Underworld?; Who Does not Want a Utopia?; Why Were There Books Purposely Left out of the Bible?; Can Yoga Bring About Personal Perfection?; How does experiential learning enhance the creation of knowledge?; Can Freemasonry Help us Form the Government of the Future?; Did Freemasons Liberate the New World?
Connecticut: Is Trust the Essential Fabric Holding Society Together?; Is “The Ugly Duckling” a Story of an Initiatory Journey?; Why Do We Want Words to Express Feelings After Experiencing Anothers Death?; Should Certain Books Be Banned?; What Use does the Pythagorean Theorem Have in Our Daily Lives?; Could We Manipulate DNA to Extend Human Lifespan?; Should We Look for Logical Fallacies?; Simple Guidance For A Good Life?
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Massachusetts: What is Theosophy?
Oklahoma: Is the book The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho merely a story of chasing after your dreams or is it about self discovery and improvement?
California: Does Nihilism Lead to a Fulfilling Life?; What is Theosophy?; Could working the path of Enlightenment really be the turning back of time?; Is Hermeticism an ancient form of science?; Do Swords Have Magical Powers?; Was William Blake Ahead of His Time?; Is the Electoral College an Antiquated System that has Outlived its Usefulness?; Is it Possible for an Artificial Intelligence to have Humanity?; Are Our Thoughts Who We Really Are?; What Purpose Do Myths and Fairy Tales Serve In Our Lives?; How is Behavior Modification used in Spiritual Practices?; What is the Symbolism in Surrealism?; Symbolism in Surrealism: The Works of Salvador Dali; Is the story of Jesus Christ a story of the stars?; How does Alchemy Quicken the Evolution of the Initiate?; Hiram MPS is dark in December. No Meeting.
Michigan: Iconoclasm: Does the Destruction of Icons & Statues Improve Society?
Kansas: What are the hidden messages and symbolism in allegorical art?
New York: Comparing Philosophy: What is the difference between the philosophies of our origin and those of modern times?; The Impossible Dream – Romantic Idealism and the Mission to Civilise; Water Crystal Experiments; Can Our Minds Alter the Material?; Water Crystal Experiments; Can Our Minds Alter the Material?
South Carolina: Is Our Worldview Shaped by the Maps We Create?
Illinois: Do good and evil really exist?

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"If you don't get what you want, you suffer; if you get what you don't want, you suffer; even when you get exactly what you want, you still suffer because you can't hold on to it forever. Your mind is your predicament. It wants to be free of change. Free of pain, free of the obligations of life and death. But change is law and no amount of pretending will alter that reality."
Socrates
Greek Philosopher

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