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Philosophy in the Field

Researching the intersection of wisdom and modern professional life.

New Acropolis is more than a classroom. We are a global network of professionals—doctors, architects, artists, and lawyers—working to bring humanistic values back into our industries. Through our specialized international institutes, we research how ancient wisdom can solve the specific problems of the 21st century.

Integrative Medicine (The Seraphis Institute)

Modern medicine is great at treating the body, but often forgets the human being inside it. This institute brings together doctors, nurses, and therapists to study Integrative Health.

  • The Mission: To combine modern medical science with time-tested traditional healing techniques (like Homeopathy and Chinese Medicine).

  • The Goal: Treating the patient as a whole—body, mind, and spirit—rather than just a set of symptoms.

  • Activity: Organizing the biennial "International Congress of New Medicine."

Architecture for the Soul (The Phidias Institute)

Chicago is the birthplace of the skyscraper, but have we lost the human touch in our buildings? Named after the architect of the Parthenon, this institute explores Sacred Architecture and the philosophy of form.

  • The Mission: To move beyond "concrete boxes" and design spaces that elevate the human spirit.

  • The Goal: Researching how proportion, beauty, and nature impact human psychology in urban environments.

Justice Beyond Bureaucracy (The Maat Institute)

Legal systems often focus on "regulations" rather than true Justice. Named after the Egyptian principle of Truth, this institute gathers lawyers and economists to discuss the ethics of law.

  • The Mission: To promote a version of justice that respects human dignity, not just technicalities.

  • The Research: Conflict resolution, mediation, and the impact of Artificial Intelligence on truth (Post-Truth era).

Art with Purpose (The Tristan Institute)

In a world of mass entertainment, we champion Art that challenges and inspires.

  • The Mission: To support artists—musicians, actors, poets—who use their craft to convey timeless values.

  • The Goal: We don't just consume art; we create it. From choirs to theatre groups, we believe beauty is a necessity for the soul, not a luxury.

Uncovering Human Origins (The Hermes Institute)

We are a multidisciplinary team dedicated to studying the "intangible heritage" of humanity.

  • The Mission: To look at history not as a list of wars, but as a lineage of wisdom.

  • The Research: Exploring ancient civilizations (from the Maya to the Egyptians) to understand how they solved the social and psychological problems we face today.

Philosophy in Motion (The Bodhidharma Institute)

Martial arts are about more than fighting. They are a physical path to self-mastery.

  • The Mission: Rescuing the "Warrior Spirit"—the ability to conquer one's own fear and anxiety.

  • The Goal: We view conflict as a test of character. Through training, we learn that the only true victory is the victory over oneself.

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