The Stoic Society of Athens, originally named the ‘Greek Philosophy Dinner Club’ was founded in the 1980-90’s, by the Agiorgiti sisters who began hosting informal, non-academic philosophical salons, during their student years in London and Paris. These private meetings with a small group of international friends, were meant to “explore philosophy in its profound, practical application to life’s challenges”, referring to works on Ancient Greek philosophy - mainly Socrates, Plato, Aristotle and Stoicism, as well as works by other intellectuals like Kazantzakis, Gurdjieff, Frankl, Sartre etc.
Since 2009 the society is established at the 1930’s historic Agiorgiti Residence, where it hosts regular private talks, small symposiums, workshops and events - often accompanied with music, selected wine or gourmet Ancient Greek cuisine - courtesy of the home. If you enjoy intellectually challenging yourself, discussing issues which concern you or have sincere inquiry about what makes a fulfilling life, then apply to join our international community. |
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