Conversation Salon

INFORMATION
Location: Kerki 1846, Protestant Church
Wilhelminastraat 1
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Admission is free of charge

Direction for Kerki 1846

May 2019

What is a "Salon"?

Historically, a place where the art of conversation thrived was the salon. Usually associated with seventeenth- and eighteenth century French literary and philosophical movements, salons took place in urban settings until as recently as the 1940's. Grounded in respect for the inherent power of communication, these small gatherings were often hosted and moderated by women, who would also choose the topic of conversation. As simple as salons appeared, they had a profound effect on the evolving societies around them.

Our learning process started from a young age, and maybe even from conception or before that. Over the years, we have come to experience and know many aspects of life. We are always presented with situations where we could learn, and with moments where we could share what we have understood. In and out of all experiences we are asked to interpret, choose and interact. Some of these interpretations, choices and interactions can manifest as wisdom. What opportunities are presented to us to transform experience to learning and learning to wisdom? This opportunity is always available, but how are we to recognize and seize this opportunity?

Facilitator
Ven Geshe Chamba Tonyut. In 2003 he received his doctorate degree in Buddhist Philosophy. He is a lecturer at Drepung Gomang University and Dhakpo monastery in Tibet. He teaches on Buddhism and meditational instructions at various centers in Canada, Europe and South Asia.