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If you've got a question that you'd like Philip to answer please fill out the form below.I am interested in thoughtful questions about ethics, character, education, leadership, faith, public life and the ideas that shape the way we understand ourselves and the world around us. I do not expect everyone who submits a question to share my assumptions or conclusions. The purpose of this page is to encourage serious and respectful enquiry.

Please note:

  1. I cannot answer every question I receive. I will normally select questions that raise an interesting issue and may be of value to a wider readership.
  2. Questions should be reasonably self-contained and focus on one main issue.
  3. I am particularly interested in questions that invite genuine exploration rather than simply asking me to endorse or reject someone else’s argument.
  4. If referring to a book, article, lecture or other source, please explain the particular point you would like me to address rather than sending a link alone.
  5. Questions should be submitted in English.
  6. Questions may be edited for clarity or length before publication.

I do not expect everyone who submits a question to share my assumptions or conclusions