'We grow older, things become more disordered, the universe expands, and things die out. Where does that directionality come from?' — Jim Al-Khalili

Find out in our new podcast episode, available now on Apple Music and Spotify: bit.ly/4aV0Fen

Jim Al-Khalili

A wave is one manifestation of the ocean, and maybe you are one manifestation of the universal reality. 🌊

The age-old question: how did life begin?

On a new episode of the Templeton Ideas podcast, Jim Al-Khalili explains how quantum biology may be a part of the answer.

Tune in tomorrow on Apple Music and Spotify to find out how!

To get joy we must give it and to keep joy we must scatter it.

Can you actually change your habits? Science says YES!

Find out how: bit.ly/3Jurdan

'Have more than thou showest.
Speak less than thou knowest.'

Even The Bard knew the value of humility. This #ShakespeareDay , learn more about the 'foundation of all other virtues' here: templeton.org/discoveries/in…

What happens when a neuroscientist and the Dalai Lama discuss the power of moral stories?

Find out here: templeton.org/news/a-moment-…

Wishing happiness, peace, and prosperity this Passover to all who celebrate.

Read more about 'the oldest and most transformative story of hope ever told' here: templeton.org/news/passover-…

We're inspired by 2021 Templeton Prize laureate Dr. Jane Goodall. This #EarthDay , let's celebrate our interconnectedness and work to ensure a flourishing future for all.

Is self-enhancement purely materialistic — or could attempts to improve our bodies through 'biohacking' have spiritual roots?

Find out here: templeton.org/news/biohackin…

What do ancient aesthetic objects tell us about our ancestors—and ourselves?

Find out here: templeton.org/news/the-world…

In a culture prone to individualism, we often forget the importance of collective wellbeing.

Discover why 'it's not all about you' here: templeton.org/news/no-man-is…

🌳 Towering redwoods
🎼 Beethoven’s Symphony Number 9
👶 A child being born
🌎 The view of Earth from space

All different experiences that can induce deep feelings of awe.

Find out what science can teach us about this mystifying emotion: templeton.org/discoveries/th…

If we become increasingly humble about how little we know, we may be more eager to search. 🔎

Why are we here? What is everything made of? Theoretical physicist Jim Al-Khalili explains that we need to look beyond science for the answers to these questions. Watch it here: bit.ly/3xDV1hT

This weekend we celebrated 50 years of inspiring Templeton Prize laureates.

We were honored to have five winners join us, and six others with representatives in attendance.

L to R:
Marcelo Gleiser
Frank Wilczek
Heather Templeton Dill
Edna Adan
Lauren Templeton
Paul Davies…

Things we're good at:

Meaning and purpose.
Inspiring awe and wonder.
Curiosity.

Things we're not good at:

Writing haikus. 🤷

#NationalHaikuPoetryDay

If justice is not tempered by mercy, forgiveness, or nonviolence, it becomes a weapon of retribution, explains Bishop Robert Barron.

Hey, we know these guys!