The Thomistic Institute Preparing for Life in a Household: A Biblical and Thomistic Perspective | Professor John Cuddeback
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Aug 15, 2023 This podcast explores the significance of the household in understanding human nature. It discusses the importance of work, discipline, and character formation, as well as the role of wisdom in the household. The connection between wisdom, virtue, and parenting is examined, along with the definition and forms of wisdom. The podcast emphasizes the importance of incorporating a contemplative element in the active life of a household and highlights intentional households and the challenges of raising children. The value of engaging in simple arts for celebrating and connecting is also discussed.
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Household as Path to Wisdom
- Preparing for life in a household is preparing for a fully human life rooted in wisdom.
- Household life is fundamentally about crafting wisdom, virtue, and human character according to divine order.
Scripture on Household Wisdom
- Scripture views the household as fundamentally ordered toward wisdom, especially emphasizing the wisdom of the woman.
- Wisdom builds and sustains the household, reflecting divine order poured into creation.
Work as Household Gift
- Daily work is integral to household life and is a gift created by God.
- Work in the home is a form of love and connection, not mere toil or burden.