The Founding of and Purpose of the Pascal Institute | Dr. Jordi Wiersma

The Founding of and Purpose of the Pascal Institute | Dr. Jordi Wiersma

Author: Classic Learning Test February 5, 2026 Duration: 24:36
Jeremy Wayne Tate sits down with Dr. Jordi Wiersma, founding president of the Pascal Institute in the Netherlands, to discuss the renewal of classical education in Europe and beyond. They explore how modern schooling shapes culture, why liberal arts and Great Books still matter, and how rigorous seminars in philosophy, literature, and the history of ideas can form students in wisdom and judgment.​ You’ll hear about the mission of the Pascal Institute, its seminars and symposia, and its place ...

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