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Contemplation in Philosophical Perspective | Prof. Michael Gorman

The Thomistic Institute

CHAPTER

Intro

Exploring the nuances of contemplation and social etiquette through a passage on behavior at dinner parties, emphasizing the importance of enjoying leisure time without engaging in sinful or prideful actions. Additionally, the speaker cautions against intellectual and spiritual harm from debates comparing levels of contemplative life, drawing on references to philosophical works by Cyrak, Thomas Aquinas, and Boethius.

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