Learning in War-Time
Book • 1939
In 'Learning in War-Time', C.S.
Lewis defends the value of traditional humanistic learning during times of crisis.
Delivered as a sermon on October 22, 1939, at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Oxford, Lewis addresses the question of whether educational pursuits are justified in the face of war.
He argues that learning is an essential part of human nature and that it should not be postponed until all life is secure.
Lewis identifies three enemies to scholarly work during wartime: excitement (distraction), frustration (feeling of not having enough time), and fear (of death and suffering).
He advocates for self-control, faith, and sobriety as responses to these challenges, emphasizing that learning is crucial for personal and societal growth, even in times of crisis.
Lewis defends the value of traditional humanistic learning during times of crisis.
Delivered as a sermon on October 22, 1939, at St. Mary the Virgin Church, Oxford, Lewis addresses the question of whether educational pursuits are justified in the face of war.
He argues that learning is an essential part of human nature and that it should not be postponed until all life is secure.
Lewis identifies three enemies to scholarly work during wartime: excitement (distraction), frustration (feeling of not having enough time), and fear (of death and suffering).
He advocates for self-control, faith, and sobriety as responses to these challenges, emphasizing that learning is crucial for personal and societal growth, even in times of crisis.
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