About Us

The School

The ideas held by individuals and societies are of profound importance in shaping and governing their lives. The philosophical quest begins with such eternal questions as ‘What is this creation?’, ‘What force has brought it into existence and sustains it?’ and ‘What is my relation to all this?’ In the School these are dealt with as practical rather than academic questions and it is found that only by the experience of knowledge in practice does real understanding arise. Students meet in groups to discuss and work together to come to such understanding.

The Great Teachings

The School has drawn inspiration from many of the great teachings available to mankind and in particular from the Vedic tradition as propounded by Shri Shantananda Saraswati, the late Shankaracharya of northern India. This is the philosophy of non-duality which teaches the unity between the individual self and the universal consciousness. Such differences as seem to exist in creation are essentially illusory in nature. With the forces of reason and love, the underlying unity may be discovered and life may be led by individuals and societies in such a way that is liberating for all. To aid this process the practice of meditation is offered. This is a traditional system based on the use of a mantra and offers greater depth of experience of unity. The aim is the full realisation of the truth of one Self.

Our hope is that every student who attends the school discovers something practical and meaningful for their life. Whether they choose to stay or move on, we aspire for their experience here to leave a positive and lasting impact.

All are welcome to join the school and its studies. Students are encouraged neither to reject nor accept what is offered blindly, but to explore and experience it for themselves.

Classes offered both online as well as Phisical Classes

Tutors offer their time for free. The School is run entirely through the generosity of its members.

The School of Philosophy in Trinidad and Tobago is a legally recognized entity, incorporated by a specific Act of Parliament: the School of Philosophy (Incorporation) Act, 1991 (Act No. 23 of 1991).

Course fees are kept as low as possible to allow the School to share its programs widely. Our doors are open to everyone.

The Vedic teaching is reflected in many of the western teachings. The works of Plato, his Florentine follower, Marsilio Ficino, and many others are pursued and are found to have as much relevance and value today as when they originated.

“The greatest good is the fellowship of those who seek wisdom.”

— Inspired by Plato

Our Global family

Across continents and cultures, our schools form a vibrant network united by a shared love of wisdom and practical philosophy. From Australia and Belgium to Canada and Cyprus, Hungary and Ireland, Israel and Italy, Malta and Poland, New Zealand and South Africa, Spain and the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Venezuela, each school offers a welcoming space for learning and self-discovery. Together, these schools create a worldwide community dedicated to truth, unity, and the pursuit of knowledge.

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