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The Thomistic Institute
Why Leisure Is Necessary For Human Beings | Prof. Zena Hitz
Jun 2, 2024
Prof. Zena Hitz discusses the importance of leisure for human fulfillment using Augustine's contemplation, contrasting portrayals in French comedy and German romance films, exploring Mary's virtues and the role of study in leisure, and highlighting the essence of leisure in revealing humanity's true dignity and essence.
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- Leisure as a form of culminating contemplation and reflection beyond societal pursuits.
- Children's innate ability for leisure through purposeless joyful activities.
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Augustine's Intellectual Transition and Interest in Catholic Faith
Augustine, a successful teacher of rhetoric in Milan, navigates an intellectual transition and questions human knowledge limitations. Skeptical about truth, he considers Catholicism influenced by Bishop Ambrose's preaching.
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