The Intellectual Life
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- Even smart people need a little direction sometimes (except for Graeme, who is perfect always), and The Intellectual Life by A.G. Sertillanges helps us all in the disciplines of intellectualism.
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I was introduced to Sertillanges through Cal Newport's book "Deep Work". I'm not Catholic and was struck by how much of a St. Thomas Aquinas fanboy Sertillanges was, but I found a lot to like in "The Intellectual Life". There's a lot that oddly parallels Newport's thoughts on focus and "deep work", jumping from early 20th century clerical life to 21st century knowledge work and academia.
"It also excluses a certain archaeological tendancy, a love of the past which turns away from present suffering, an esteem for the past which seems not to recognize the universal presence of God." I feel like he's calling you gentlemen out ;)
Just found this Channel. Great discussion. Thx you
this is my favorite book of all time and I wish there were more books like it!! so glad I found your channel :)
This is a fascinating discussion, thank you! Have you already heard of Zena Hitz's "Lost in Thought: The Hidden Pleasures of an Intellectual Life"? Highly recommended, and it inspired me to make a video on this topic too.
I've heard about it! Haven't read it yet. She's a cool lady.
This was a great discussion! Thank you for sharing!
I think u guys are overestimating the current intellectuals.. ie scholars... most of them at least in my opinion dont learn to think well... this is a book for them as well not just for amateurs..
Very true! But since the three of us aren't scholars, I definitely focused on the more amateur intellectual side of things. I agree that this book has something to say to anyone who thinks, which is to say everyone. Thanks for listening!
Love your podcast. Thank you!
Thank you for listening, and for the kind message!