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Join our monthly in-person discussions and regular online meetings designed to deepen your grasp of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Each session will delve into core principles, explore nuances, and provide a collaborative space to analyze how these ideas translate from theory to practice.
Whether you're new to Rand's work or a long-time student, this group offers consistent opportunities to enhance your understanding and sharpen your ability to apply Objectivist principles to contemporary issues and personal challenges.
Upcoming events
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Is Morality Created or Discovered? Ayn Rand on Moral Authority and Reality
Central Library Cafe, Central Library, St Peter's Square, Manchester, GBWhen we talk about right and wrong, we often rely on external authorities—gods, laws, experts, or democratic consensus—to guide our moral judgments. But in her essay "Who Is the Final Authority in Ethics?" (full text of essay available in link), Ayn Rand argues that asking "Who decides?" is fundamentally the wrong question. Just as no single authority "decides" the laws of physics, medicine, or engineering, Rand asserts that morality isn't a matter of human decree or emotional preference, but an objective reality waiting to be understood through reason.
In this meetup, we’ll break down Rand’s provocative thesis that reality itself is the ultimate metaphysical authority, while each individual's mind is the sole epistemological arbiter. We will explore how treating ethics as an objective science changes the way we make personal decisions, judge public policies, and resist the urge to pass off our moral thinking to external authorities. Whether you are well-versed in Objectivism or simply curious about moral philosophy, join us for a lively debate on what it truly means to take individual responsibility for your own values.
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