THE SANCTUARY

Resurrecting the Lost Virtue of Humanitas

Australian poet and philosopher Simon J. E. Drew sets out to resurrect the lost virtue of humanitas, offering music, poetry, epistles and events that speak to matters human and Divine.

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SIMON J. E. DREW

POET | PHILOSOPHER | MUSICIAN

“At this time, and in this age, there is perhaps no more important task than that of lighting flames.”

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POET | MUSICIAN | PHILOSOPHER

SIMON J. E. DREW

POET | MUSICIAN | PHILOSOPHER

The Walled Garden is the battle of my heart;
The Sanctuary is the crying out of my soul.

Simon is an Australian poet, musician and philosopher now based in Orange County, California.

He is widely known as a populariser of the Stoic school of philosophy, though toward the beginning of 2020, Simon underwent a pneumatic awakening that led him to explore his artistic and mystical nature. What ensued is captured most beautifully in the co-founding of The Walled Garden Philosophical Society, and even more so within the works featured in The Sanctuary Grove.

PHILOSOPHICAL MENTORING

Shared contemplation on the highest good.

I’m here to help. I’m here to give, and to receive. I’m here to heal, and I’m here to be healed. I’m here to know, and I’m here to be known. I’m here as I am, just as you are. 

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ASSIGNMENT SUBMISSION

Depending on the assignment, you may need to upload multiple files. Most file types are accepted, but please let me know if you need assistance (email simon@simonjedrew.com)

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To interview me on your podcast, or to have me speak at your next event or gathering, simply fill in the form below and I’ll be in touch as soon as possible. 

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Of your donation, 20% will go to The Walled Garden Philosophical Society, and 80% to Prof. Joe Siracusa and his initiatives in this grove.

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Of your donation, 20% will go to The Walled Garden Philosophical Society, and 80% to Judith Stove and Simon Drew and their initiatives in this grove.

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Of your donation, 20% will go to The Walled Garden Philosophical Society, and 80% to Kai Whiting and Chris Fisher and their initiatives in the Dirk Mahling Memorial Stoa.

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Of your donation, 20% will go to The Walled Garden Philosophical Society, and 80% to Rocco Jarman and his initiatives in this Grove.

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Of your donation, 20% will go to The Walled Garden Philosophical Society, and 80% to Rocco & Simon and their initiatives in this Grove.

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