University Calendar
Philosophy for Lunch
October 5: Self-Knowledge
11:45AM–12:45PM
Schmitt Hall, Room 104
Can you know your self? What do you find when you focus your attention inward toward your self or toward your own mind? We will read and discuss key passages by David Hume, who believed that we do not experience a self: “When I enter most intimately into what I call myself, I always stumble on some particular perception or other, of heat or cold, light or shade, love or hatred, pain or pleasure. I never can catch myself...”
Thursdays - 11:45AM–12:45 PM
What is P4L?
Students and professors close-read and discuss a few great passages of philosophy.
Who's invited?
No preparation or previous knowledge of philosophy is needed. Everyone is welcome!
Should I bring anything?
Bring a beverage, and if you're hungry, bring your actual lunch.
Brought to you by the Department of Philosophy at Montclair State University
[photo by Jack Klobnak]