Excerpt from La Vie Intellectuelle
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Sertillanges was a Dominican priest, a gifted teacher, and a prolific scholar.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intrinsic relationship between intellectual and spiritual development in the pursuit of truth and virtue. It argues that authentic intellectualism requires a foundation of moral character and a commitment to the pursuit of universal principles. The author contends that vices such as laziness, pride, and envy can hinder the acquisition of knowledge, while virtues like attention, judgment, and self-discipline facilitate it. Through historical and literary examples, the author demonstrates how the health of the soul and the clarity of the mind are inextricably linked. The book offers practical guidance on cultivating virtues and overcoming the obstacles that prevent individuals from reaching their full intellectual potential, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's life with a greater purpose and the pursuit of truth in all its forms. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334628603_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334628603
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781334628603