Philosophical Contemplation: Theory and techniques for the contemplator

Philosophical contemplation means reflecting on fundamental life-issues from our inner depth. It takes us beyond our ordinary thought-patterns to new realms of understanding. When we contemplate on the writings of great philosophers of the past, we participate in the grand human choir and its encounter with the fundamental coordinates of human reality.

This booklet is a practical and theoretical guide to philosophical contemplation, designed for beginning and experienced contemplators, philosophers and non-philosophers. It explains general principles, basic concepts, and a variety of practical techniques.

Ran Lahav received his PhD in philosophy and Master's in psychology from the University of Michigan. For more than 25 years he has been internationally active in the philosophical practice movement, which believes that philosophy can make life fuller and deeper. He now lives in rural Vermont, USA, and emerges occasionally for philosophical activities around the world.