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Socrates Cafe Masonic Education Grand Lodge Of Nebraska Grand Orator, W. Thomas L. Haude

In the beginning.... Taking a different look at EducationWhat if...?An idea is born!. Why?. Not everyone is interested in HistoryNot everyone is interested in RitualNeed for a more vibrant, living application of Masonic EducationUnderstanding other opinions can improve your education in life .

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Socrates Cafe Masonic Education Grand Lodge Of Nebraska Grand Orator, W. Thomas L. Haude

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    1. Socrates Cafe & Masonic Education Grand Lodge Of Nebraska Grand Orator, W. Thomas L. Haude How to use Questions to Enliven Masonic Discussions

    2. In the beginning... Taking a different look at Education What if...? An idea is born!

    3. Why? Not everyone is interested in History Not everyone is interested in Ritual Need for a more vibrant, living application of Masonic Education Understanding other opinions can improve your education in life

    4. Who was Socrates? Greek Philosopher 469 - 399 C. E. Questioned everything! “The unexamined life is not worth living for man”

    5. Early Masonic Lodge The Enlightenment Voltaire, Newton, Locke...These guys had some “different” ideas! “Safe” place to discuss radical ideas

    6. So what’s this have to do with my Lodge? Growing need for “safe” places of discussion Fill the need for a place to learn from others Practice critical thinking skills

    7. The Source Author revived the Socratic method of discourse Traveled the world using the “Six Questions” Get people to think!

    8. The Six Questions of Socrates What is Virtue? What is Moderation? What is Courage? What is Justice? What is Piety What is Good?

    9. Socrates Cafe Socratic Method of Questioning Accepts all views and all participants Derives no set conclusion Provides a safe atmosphere for discussion Challenges beliefs and opinions without requiring a change of belief or opinion

    10. Socrates and the Lodge Easy education function for any Lodge No cost No special knowledge needed Everyone can participate Can be done in Lodge or in public Before or After a meeting

    11. The Four Steps to Socrates Cafe Pick a time and place Make sure to go over the “rules” with everyone (see handout) Start with one of the Socrates Questions Have fun!

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