Engaging in the radical challenge of modern philosophy which Machiavelli launched is needed as a foil to the perennial philosophy which argues from and for the ontological priority of ends over just human purposes. This is missed by most but shouldn't be by Catholic thinkers. In this area Leo Strauss is of great help.
Exodus 90 (for those that know, those who do not - please do look it up and consider!) was a wonderful eye-opener to freeing up time is areas and making time for the important things!
Technology used to have a hold on me when I was younger, especially with video games and the Internet, but, thankfully, not so much anymore. Whether it was some kind of disillusionment or a strengthening of will, I do not know. In any case, I use a computer at work, so I'm not too enthused about looking at more tech screens at home. Funny, though, it is nonetheless interesting how we have to use technology in order to spread the word about the addictive nature of said technology.
It truly is, we discuss this often both on and off the screen. I spoke to a man recently who has removed all internet browsers from his phone to avoid that temptation. I personally leave my phone in a different room when I am home for work so that I can focus on my family. Yet, at the same time, technology can be a means to get the message out to those desperately in need, as well as those looking to grow in holiness! God bless you @dustytomes8164, thanks for your comment. I hope that you Lent is blessed. - John
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Great stuff. Thank You.
Engaging in the radical challenge of modern philosophy which Machiavelli launched is needed as a foil to the perennial philosophy which argues from and for the ontological priority of ends over just human purposes.
This is missed by most but shouldn't be by Catholic thinkers. In this area Leo Strauss is of great help.
Exodus 90 (for those that know, those who do not - please do look it up and consider!) was a wonderful eye-opener to freeing up time is areas and making time for the important things!
Technology used to have a hold on me when I was younger, especially with video games and the Internet, but, thankfully, not so much anymore. Whether it was some kind of disillusionment or a strengthening of will, I do not know. In any case, I use a computer at work, so I'm not too enthused about looking at more tech screens at home. Funny, though, it is nonetheless interesting how we have to use technology in order to spread the word about the addictive nature of said technology.
It truly is, we discuss this often both on and off the screen. I spoke to a man recently who has removed all internet browsers from his phone to avoid that temptation. I personally leave my phone in a different room when I am home for work so that I can focus on my family. Yet, at the same time, technology can be a means to get the message out to those desperately in need, as well as those looking to grow in holiness! God bless you @dustytomes8164, thanks for your comment. I hope that you Lent is blessed. - John