ERNST BLOCH or THE PHILOSOPHER OF HOPE

Join us for a thought-provoking gathering where Philosophy meets every Sunday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM at Eduardo VII Park! Find us in the garden between the Carlos Lopes Pavilion and the Praia no Parque restaurant. 🌳

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This group is perfect for anyone curious about philosophy—no prior knowledge required! Just bring your eternal curiosity and love for knowledge.

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In our sessions, we explore the works of various philosophers and diverse themes through engaging conversations. Each meeting features a brief suggested reading to spark discussion, led by a soft moderator.

This week's philosopher: Ernst Bloch (1885–1977), who centered his philosophy around hope. His seminal work, The Principle of Hope, asks, what does it mean for humans to envision a life better than the one they have?

Bloch contends that hope is not merely an optimistic thought but a crucial orientation towards unrealized possibilities, shaping our actions and guiding behavior to create new realities.

Human consciousness is ever hopeful, imagining futures beyond our current existence; even the smallest daydream can be a spark of utopia.

Let's embrace this journey into hope and philosophical exploration together! 🌟