

Sacred Study and the Consecration of the Mind (Part 2) I Sr. Anna Wray, O.P.
6 snips Aug 28, 2024
Sr. Anna Wray, O.P., a Dominican Sister and philosophy PhD holder, dives deep into the essence of studying. She distinguishes between genuine study and superficial learning, offering a framework that blends spiritual surrender with practical advice. The discussion emphasizes the importance of cultivating both discipline and enjoyment in the learning process. Listeners will find insights on how to approach study as a sacred act, transforming it from a task into a joyful exploration of knowledge.
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Exploring DC as a Study Analogy
- Sister Anna Wray shares a simple story of exploring Northeast DC without a phone or map.
- This story illustrates different mental activities: spectating, memorizing, puzzling, and finally, studying.
Studying is Active Truth-Working
- Studying involves actively working out how things really are to correct internal representations.
- It differs from spectating, memorizing, and puzzling, which don't fully engage with reality's accuracy.
Three Works of Studying
- The work of studying involves noticing problems, articulating them, and responding.
- Emotional signs like frustration often signal issues before intellectual recognition.