Sydney’s Philosophy in the Café - Philo Agora.

A fortnightly exchange of ideas on the issues facing ourselves and our world within a philosophical format. A talk relating to a philosopher, philosophy or philosophical theme.

We meet at the Fair Trade Coffee Company, 33 Glebe Point Road, Glebe, at 7.30pm on alternate Tuesdays.

This Tuesday, August 25, Chris Pennington, "Heaven is an ineffectual reward."

Chris notes the many conflicting descriptions of Heaven in the Bible, the Koran, and other writings, and wonders what it might be like.  He finally concludes that it would not be at all interesting, especially if you are stuck there for all eternity. It may even be a little dangerous

Chris is the General Manager of an IT company with a strong interest in Heaven.  His book on this topic can be found at www.heavenmustbehell.com.

Come early from 6pm and join the regulars in a meal before the presentation. Philo Agora's home is the Fair Trade Coffee Company at 33 Glebe Point Road.  This is a coffee house with its own particular ambience offering specialty fairtrade coffee and a relaxing spot to sit around and talk with new friends, both before and after the Philo Agora talks.  It is located close to the Parramatta Road and can be easily reached by public transport.  Take advantage of the free, three hour parking in the Broadway shopping complex. With regard to our venue, the cafe has been entered in the City of Sydney Business Awards 09. To vote, SMS, FAIR33 to 0407 877 677. Let's all give something back to Roger and his staff for hosting us this past 3 years!

Philo Agora's format is a talk for 20 minutes. The presenter then answers any questions of clarification from the floor. We then take a break of 10 minutes for more coffees and to mull over the talk and discuss it within small groups. The microphone is then passed around the audience in turn for comment, opinions, and often counter argument to a maximum of 3 minutes. The presenter is then given a 5 minute right of reply. We usually finish up at 9pm.

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday night.

Regards,

Peter, Sam, Cara and Hazel.