What does “freedom” really mean? And why do different people interpret the same idea in completely different ways? And how do a few powerful sentences, written by philosophers, still shape the way Western societies think about rights, responsibility, and political ethics today? Let's join Sam, a Doctor of Philosophy and senior lecturer at the Sino-British College, for an engaging discussion where you’ll unpack some of the most influential philosophical quotes on these themes. No prior background needed, just curiosity and a willingness to explore big ideas.

 

Together, you’ll examine how major thinkers understood liberty, authority, justice, and moral duty, and what those ideas reveal about the deeper cultural values of the West. Sam will guide the conversation with clarity and objectivity, encouraging everyone to interpret, critique, or challenge the quotes in their own way. It’s part intellectual workout, part cultural insight, and fully open-minded. If you’ve ever wondered why debates about freedom and ethics spark such passion, this session will give you the tools, and the space, to understand, question, and think for yourself.

 

“自由”究竟意味着什么？为什么不同的人会以完全不同的方式解读同一个概念？而一些哲学家写下的有力话语，今天如何依然影响着西方社会对权利、责任和政治伦理的看法？加入哲学博士、上海中英学院的高级讲师Sam，与我们一起深入讨论这些问题，拆解一些关于自由与伦理的哲学名言。你不需要任何前置知识，只需要好奇心和探索思想的热情。

 

在这次活动中，你将一起探讨重要哲学家如何理解自由、权威、公正和道德责任，这些思想又如何反映西方文化的深层价值观。Sam将以清晰和客观的方式引导讨论，鼓励每个人以自己的方式解读、批判或挑战这些名言。这既是一次思想的锻炼，也是一次文化的洞察，完全开放思想。如果你曾经好奇，为什么关于自由和伦理的争论总是激起如此强烈的情感，那么这次活动将为你提供工具和空间，让你理解、质疑并独立思考。