Contemplative Philosophy
Principles, techniques, texts
This booklet was prepared by Ran Lahav for the First International Retreat of Contemplative Philosophy, organized by Ran Lahav and Jose Barrientos in Chipiona, Spain, June 2005.
Copyright @ Ran Lahav, 2005
Contents of Booklet
Introduction: What is Contemplative Philosophy?
Part 1: Principles Contemplative Philosophy
Philosophy as philosophizing from our inner being
Are there guidelines in Contemplative Philosophy?
The Philosophical-Contemplative stance
The language of Contemplative Philosophy
Part 2: Techniques of Contemplative Philosophy
Preparation for contemplation: Voice Meditation
The Discernment Circle
Silent Lesson
Guided Philosophical Imagery
Philosophical Drawings
Slow Reading
Philosophical Partners
Part 3: Texts for Philosophical Contemplation
Topic 1:Contemplation and Philosophy
Topic 2: The Self and Its Depths
Topic 3: Words, Silence and Beyond
Topic 4: The Ultimate and Ultimate Concern
Topic 5: Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge
Topic 6: Creativity and the Openness of Reality
