In this lecture we will explore the fundamental human need for belief, examining its significance in shaping individual lives and collective destinies. We will delve into the philosophical underpinnings of belief, questioning its nature, origin, and impact on human behavior. Drawing upon insights from thinkers like Nietzsche, Hume, Hegel, and Frankl, the lecture will investigate the crucial role of belief in navigating the complexities of the modern world, addressing the anxieties of meaninglessness and the search for purpose in an age of rapid change and uncertainty. We will explore the interplay between belief, values, and action, and consider the ethical implications of different belief systems. Ultimately, this lecture aims to provoke critical reflection on the nature of belief and its enduring power to shape human experience.  

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• the total duration of the event is 1 hour ( ~ 50mins lecture and 10mins Q&A)
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SPEAKER – DAN CORJESCU

Dan Corjescu is the son of Romanian refugees and the grandson of concentration camp survivors and was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil. He grew up in and around New York City and studied the humanities, languages, and the social sciences in various universities throughout the US and Europe. He is currently teaching Globalization, Conflict and Cooperation, Society and Technology, Environmental Ethics, and Introduction to Philosophy at the University of Tübingen’s TRACS program. He is also the author of four books published by ibidem Verlag.
Books by Dan Corjescu

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