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A great discussion on the need to recover classical education and the true liberal arts with Dr. Benjamin Smith and Mr. Joseph Grossheim.
The Liberal Arts and the Renewal of Western Civilization
Catholic Studies Academy Podcast
1 hour 15 minutes 58 seconds
1 year ago
The Liberal Arts and the Renewal of Western Civilization
The Liberal Arts and the Renewal of Western Civilization
Description:
#liberalarts, #Western_civilization, #Classical_Education
Have you ever heard of the liberal arts? Maybe when you were applying for college? But you probably don't know that the liberal arts are at the heart of western civilization? In this episode of Take Every Thought Captive, Dr. Smith explores the history, meaning, and value of the liberal arts. This is a great opportunity to reflect on the role of education in shaping the world around us. Listen. Learn theology. Explore philosophy.
Topics include:
The decline of education
Citizenship
The liberal arts
Postmodernism and deconstruction
The spirit of Western Civilization
For more great philosophical content check out Dr. Smith's Logos Letter: https://logosletter2022.substack.com/. For a Thomistic critique of modern political ideas, see Dr. Smith' book, Understanding Modern Political Ideas: https://www.amazon.com/Understanding-...
Catholic Studies Academy Podcast
A great discussion on the need to recover classical education and the true liberal arts with Dr. Benjamin Smith and Mr. Joseph Grossheim.
