#1677
Mentioned in 12 episodes
Leisure the basis of culture
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Josef Pieper's "Leisure: The Basis of Culture" is a profound exploration of the nature of leisure and its importance for human flourishing.
Pieper argues that leisure, understood as a state of freedom from necessity, is essential for contemplation and the development of culture.
He contrasts leisure with mere idleness or entertainment, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity, intellectual growth, and spiritual development.
"Leisure" has had a significant impact on philosophical and theological thought.
Pieper's work challenges readers to reconsider the value of contemplation and the importance of creating a society that fosters leisure.
The book is a classic of philosophical and theological reflection.
Pieper argues that leisure, understood as a state of freedom from necessity, is essential for contemplation and the development of culture.
He contrasts leisure with mere idleness or entertainment, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity, intellectual growth, and spiritual development.
"Leisure" has had a significant impact on philosophical and theological thought.
Pieper's work challenges readers to reconsider the value of contemplation and the importance of creating a society that fosters leisure.
The book is a classic of philosophical and theological reflection.
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Mentioned in 12 episodes
Mentioned in the context of the importance of leisure for intellectual work.
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Work Less, Achieve More – Why Working Too Much Cripples Productivity
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Jacob Howland when discussing the importance of leisure and its connection to culture and spiritual openness.
Jacob Howland when discussing the importance of leisure and its connection to culture and spiritual openness.
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Jacob Howland on the Hidden Human Costs of AI
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Tod Worner in relation to 
Christine Rosen 's views on the value of slowing down and engaging in activities that are ends in themselves.
Tod Worner in relation to Christine Rosen 's views on the value of slowing down and engaging in activities that are ends in themselves.
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The Extinction of Experience w/ Christine Rosen
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Paul Millerd in relation to his contemplation of work and its impact after World War Two.
Paul Millerd in relation to his contemplation of work and its impact after World War Two.
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#460 - Paul Millerd - The Tension Between Success And Happiness
Mentioned by Michael Goldstein as the author of a book that provides value regardless of religious perspective.
#625: Leisure, Magnificence, and the Bitcoin Standard with Michael Goldstein
Mentioned by Patrick Callahan while discussing contemplation and its connection to art and philosophy.
The Beautiful and the Sublime: How to Make Art that Leads to God | Prof. Patrick Callahan
Recommended by 
Jennifer Frey as a life-changing book that discusses workism and the importance of leisure.
Jennifer Frey as a life-changing book that discusses workism and the importance of leisure. Jennifer Frey on Education, Philosophy, and the University
