In a unique blend of art and philosophy New Acropolis Main centre hosted “ Seeking True Freedom, a talk presented in an interactive theatrical format that explored the profound ideas of freedom through the works of Khalil Gibran.
The session revolved around the nuanced distinction between the soul and the personality, emphasizing how this difference often obscures our ability to make choices that lead to true freedom.
Participants were encouraged to recognize the deceptive “shadows” that masquerade as freedom and instead seek the deeper reality beneath appearances.
Drawing inspiration from Gibran’s writings, from his work The Prophet the lecture underscored that freedom is not a static goal but an ongoing pursuit—a journey that demands effort, self-reflection, and an unwavering commitment to uncovering the truth.
As one passage from The Prophet reminds us, “You shall be free indeed when your days are not without a care nor your nights without a want and a grief, but rather when these things girdle your life and yet you rise above them naked and unbound.”
The theatrical format engaged attendees in active reflection, prompting them to investigate questions about freedom’s true nature. Through this session the audience was reminded that the path to freedom is not easy. It requires constant effort to discern the illusions of liberty and is earned through relentless pursuit and self-awareness.
