This reading group will discuss Josef Pieper's ideas in his seminal book, Leisure: The Basis of Culture as a potential remedy for the discontents of modern civilization. Against the idolatry of ‘work,’ Pieper proposes that leisure is not idleness but when properly understood provides the opportunity for contemplation and worship. Boredom and restlessness are our inability to enjoy leisure, and this has drastic effects for both philosophy and religion. Reading materials will be provided to registered participants. Dinner provided.

Group led by HCF Undergraduate Fellow Elliott Jones.