Foundational Courses
Philosophy 2: Happiness (In-person at Downtown)
There is an ancient saying: May all be happy, may all be without disease, may all have well-being and none be in misery of any sort. Like the verse, this course encourages people to find the happiness that exists inside themselves, dissolves conflict and creates harmony and health. The aim of philosophy is happiness.
Meeting Tuesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 184 Duane St, New York, NY 10013. Fee $90.
Philosophy 2: Happiness (Online)
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $90.
Philosophy 2: Happiness (Online)
Meeting Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $90.
Philosophy 2: Happiness (In-person at Hudson Valley)
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 846 Borden Road, Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.
Philosophy 3: Love (In-person at Uptown)
Love unites and makes whole. But in a world where divisions of all kinds prevail, including those within ourselves, a conscious consideration of love is necessary. Through systematic inquiry and a set of practical exercises, Philosophy 3 aims to help students dissolve feelings of separation and become more aware of the pure love that lives inside us all.
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 12 East 79th Street New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.
Philosophy 3: Love (Online)
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $90.
Philosophy 4: Presence of Mind (Online)
The mind and its purpose, the subtle realm of mind, the three components of reason, and the distinction between man’s essential nature and the one he acquires together describe the structure and function of human understanding, exploring how reason shapes perception and how innate nature differs from the conditioned self.
Meeting Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 846 Borden Road Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.
Philosophy 4: Presence of Mind (In-person at Hudson Valley)
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. 846 Borden Road, Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.
Philosophy 4: Presence of Mind (In-person at Uptown)
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 12 E. 79th Street, New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.
Philosophy 6: Way of Action (Online)
The way of action is said to be one way in which the individual may seek to experience and become universal. We have considered the analogy of the actor both on-stage and going backstage. With this knowledge it is possible to act in a universal manner. We tend to spend all day long engaged in action. But what does philosophy say as to how this can take place in a way that is not binding but liberating?
Meeting Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $90.
Philosophy 6: Way of Action (In-person at Uptown)
Meeting Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 12 East 79th Street New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.
Philosophy 9: Philosophy As a Way of Life (In-person at Uptown)
How can the practicalities of life can be met while remaining true to philosophical principles? This class is for meditating students only.
Meeting Monday or Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 12 E. 79th Street, New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.
Philosophy 10: The Desire For Truth (In-person at Uptown)
The central theme is how we nurture and strengthen our desire for truth and freedom as opposed to the desires that cover our true nature. This class is for meditating students only.
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, 12 E. 79th Street, New York, NY 10075. Fee $90.
Philosophy 10: The Desire For Truth (Online)
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM, Online. Fee $90.
Philosophy 11: Dharma - The Natural Law (Online)
Is there natural law that leads to prosperity and well-being for all? This class will use the ten-fold Sanatan Dharma to explore the practical application of law in our lives, as well as using examples from Western philosophy. This class is for meditating students only.
Meeting Tuesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. 846 Borden Road, Wallkill, NY 12589. Fee $90.
Ongoing Courses
N-GB
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:45 PM. Online. Fee $175.
N-JB
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM. Online. Fee $175.
N-DC
D.Chapin
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM. Online. Fee $175.
N-MH
Meeting Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM. Online. Fee $175.
N-SG
Meeting Monday Evenings from 7:00 PM. Online. Fee $175.
N-SF
Meeting Wednesday Evenings from 7:00 PM. Online. Fee $175.
N-EN
Meeting Monday Afternoons from 1:00 PM. Online. Fee $175.
Advanced Courses
The School’s Advanced Courses comprise a series of subjects that delve deeply into timeless teachings about the Self, natural law, creation, truth, and knowledge. Advanced Courses are enhanced by a commitment to meditation, and to service, which brings the principles presented in the classroom to life in ways both practical and profound.
M-MS
Meeting Mondays at 7:00 PM.
M-HS
Meeting Wednesdays at 7:00 PM.
M-ESC
Meeting Wednesdays at 7:00 PM.
M-AZ
Meeting Monday at 7:00 PM.
M-PS
Meeting Wednesdays at 7:00 PM.
M-ESU
Meeting Tuesday at 7:00 PM.
S-BSGL (6 AM)
Meeting Sundays at 6:00 AM.
S-DBG
Meeting Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.
S-BRS
Meeting Tuesdays at 6:30 PM.
S-DWG
Meeting Tuesdays at 6:00 AM.
S-HSG
Meeting Tuesdays at 6:00 AM.
S-KKGL (9 AM)
Meeting Sundays at 9:00 AM.
S-KKL
Meeting Tuesdays at 6 AM.
S-RBGL
Meeting Tuesdays at 6:30 PM.
S-RFL
Meeting Wednesdays at 6 AM.
S-RSL
Meeting Saturdays at 9:00 AM.
Supplemental Courses
The School occasionally offers recurring events and special courses that can supplement students’ studies. Please note that some course prerequisites may be necessary to enroll.
Emerson Study Group
The teaching of Ralph Waldo Emerson is an expression of the highest spiritual knowledge — the philosophy of Unity. Drawing on the wisdom from Plato and the East, Emerson knew from direct experience and observation that Unity is the true reality. He spoke of "one mind common to all," and of "one soul which animates all things." His writings are both revolutionary and reflective and can help inspire our work toward self-reliance and freedom.
Classes meet select Saturdays (4/18, 5/9, 5/16,v5/30 & 6/13) at 10 AM.
Listening Matters will not be offered in the Spring term.
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