Exploring issues of life and meaning
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SOFiA is a network of Australians interested in openly exploring issues of life and meaning through reason, philosophy, ethics, religion, science and the arts. We want to explore for ourselves what we can believe and how we can find meaning in our lives.
SOFiA has no philosophical or religious position beyond a desire to ‘openly explore’: it is a forum for discussing ideas, experiences and possibilities.
Any who find themselves in sympathy with our purpose – exploring life and meaning in an open and non-dogmatic manner – are most welcome to join us.
Join us for SOFiA’s exploration of truth-telling in 2021
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On risk and probability
By Rodney Eivers ‘A Visit to Bunnings – Aborted’ My wife and I sat down for our daily afternoon tea ritual. “Did you go to Bunnings as you said at...
This talk of God
By Greg Spearritt The G word is a frustrating one. It’s thrown around, even by people who should know better, as though its meaning is clear....
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Exiting Religion
By Dallas Elvery For someone who has been steeped in religion for a long period, moving away can be difficult. Being ‘inside’ religion gives an...
Why religion is important for survival
By Bill Hendry The question of ‘moral guidance’ has probably been asked since the dawn of self-reflection: how can we humans best ‘behave’ so that...
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We have an archive of many articles of interest…