Deed Before Creed: Ethics and Non-Theism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society What does it mean to commit to “deed before creed"? To Hugh Taft-Morales, it simply means that it is more important how you treat people than the reasons behind your actions. Treating people with compassion and respect matters more than the motivating philosophy. Whether you help someone as an [...]
Music for Good “Passions ~ New & Old”
Robert Cart (flute) & Regina DiMedio-Marrazza (piano) will explore the music of modern and classic composers who express the exuberance, peace, and romance of their times, in Passions ~ New & Old. This concert in the Music for Good series is presented by the Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia 19103. 20% of ticket [...]
Introduction to Ethical Humanism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThis month’s Introduction to Ethical Humanism focuses on the talk given earlier this day by Hugh Taft-Morales - “Deed Before Creed: Ethics and Non-Theism.” Come discuss how Ethical Humanism frames theological discourse in a world all too often shattered by metaphysical differences. How do we help heal a broken world despite our different perspectives on God?
Book Discussion – The Witch of Lime Street: Séance, Seduction, and Houdini in the Spirit World
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome discuss David Jaher’s exploration of Mina "Margery" Crandon (1888 - 1941), who claimed to be a psychic who channeled her dead brother. Margery, who was nicknamed “the Witch of Lime Street,” was promoted by author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, of Sherlock Holmes fame, and publicly doubted by the magician Harry Houdini. Come discuss the first part (parts I-V; [...]
Effective Altruism – Abolitionist vs Welfarist: Approaches in Animal Activism
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMansi Bhagwate of Liberation Philadelphia and Jon Campbell of the Humane League will discuss their different approaches to animal rights activism, abolitionism and welfarism. We will discuss the ethical implications of these two approaches, the difference in strategies that these two activist approaches would take, and where the two approaches agree and diverge. Vegan dinner [...]
From Nuclear Madness to a Green New Deal
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Rev. Robert Moore Executive Director, Coalition for Peace Action (CFPA) The Rev. Robert Moore will give an overview of the two existential threats to human survival: nuclear weapons and the climate crisis. He will explore the inter-relationship between those two issues, and will propose a solution. He will also include a description of CFPA's [...]
Philadelphia Stoics
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesJoin the Philadelphia Stoics on March 8 and 22 for their continuing discussion of the lessons and exercises in A Handbook for New Stoics: How to Thrive in a World Out of Your Control – 52 Week-by-Week Lessons by Massimo Pigliucci and Gregory Lopez. In preparation for the meeting on March 8, you are encouraged to read and [...]
CANCELED: The “Seven Deadly Sins” through a Humanist Lens
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHugh Taft-Morales Leader, Philadelphia Ethical Society Most humanists reject the concept of “sin” as it relates to divine judgment. Many liberal religions embrace the idea that human nature, as flawed as it is, is basically good. So how do humanists process the seven deadly sins condemned by the bible as “deadly”? How should we regard pride, [...]
CANCELED: Ethical Lunch – On Good Behavior
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesMarch's Topic: Enemies and Empathy In our minds, human beings both create images of the enemy and feel deep empathy towards others. We dehumanize those we label as threats and share the feelings of those we embrace. How do we balance these two often-conflicting tendencies? Can we find a way to protect ourselves while de-escalating our own “fight [...]
CANCELED: Forum for Philosophy, Ethics, and Public Affairs
Philadelphia Ethical Society 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED Freedom of Speech, with Sigal Ben-Porath and Amy Sepinwall Is support for free speech declining on college campuses? Can universities prohibit hate speech, and other forms of expression that threaten inclusivity? This is the second event in our three-part series of public ethics talks, that aim to increase dialogue between [...]