Contempla is a space for engaging in dialogue with reality. We seek to foster a humble, profound, and honest attitude toward life. We address the major issues of our time from a philosophical perspective, with the aim of discovering—rather than constructing—what is good, beautiful, and true about our embodied existence.
What Do We Do at Contempla?
Our mission is to cultivate a way of seeing and experiencing the world. In contrast to ideological and dogmatic approaches, at Contempla we believe in dialogue and contemplation as paths to the truth. The goal is to help students develop this attitude and to ensure that those who attend our activities have a real opportunity to actively participate in the act of thinking. Furthermore, Contempla also aspires to be a hub for ideas—a catalyst for intuitions, helping to give them form and substance.
What events do we organize?
At Contempla, we offer three types of activities. First, “philosophical wine tastings.” Once a month, at a bar in Madrid, we pose a question and invite a speaker to introduce the topic. Afterward, the participants engage in dialogue both with one another and with the speaker to clarify the issue. Second, academic lectures. Of particular note are the Contempla Series, where we address complex and current topics from a perspective of open reason. The goal is to explore a single topic from various perspectives that, while distinct, are interconnected. Third, ContemplArte. This section aims to approach truth through its aesthetic manifestation—that is, through beauty. We organize film forums, nature walks, visits to museums and theaters, and other activities.
Our contact information: contempla@ufv.es
Internal contact: Jesús Baiget Pons (Profesor encargado) / Pablo Santamaría Orihuel, Teresa Sémelas Martínez-Falero, and Ana Corominas Trías (coordinadores)
