To dress well, then, is to practice a small yet powerful act of theology. The theology of gratitude.
And so you walk out into the world armed with that human balance. Knowing you are something and knowing you are not everything. That is the dance. That is the grace.
Thank you for these wise words. I pray that you will be blessed with even more wisdom. ✨✨
Good article, I think that “pride” is often used in the sense of “satisfaction in something well done, competent, or otherwise pleasing.” This is the pride we take in our kids’ accomplishments, our work, or dressing well. This seems to be quite distinct from what the Holy Fathers or Scripture mean by pride, which is clearly a sense of superiority and self-exaltation.
That distinction between old and modern usage is certainly one of the things we’ve tried to point out in the article. It’s one of the reasons teachings on pride can be confusing today.
A most enlightening, elevating, and entertaining read. Thank you, gentlemen — and continued success in your important work with Letters from the Old World.
The lessons here are certainly transferable to photos.
Paying attention to your intentions when taking or posting would be the first step. Ask yourself why you are posting or taking the pictures you are, and be honest with yourself.
We could certainly all use a bit more intellectual humility. Pride in one’s intelligence is an all too common stumbling block on the path to real understanding.
In spite of being a leftist myself, I always got nauseated by the excessive intellectual pride of left leaders (leading to dysfunctional hubris even). At times I feel that we are going through a revenge from the previously put-down-class of conservative leaders.
I agree. Ultimately, that is the measure of pride: doing anything with pride means serving a higher purpose (I can split wood with pride, knowing I'm blessed with strength, helping to keep my family warm etc., And being aware of the fact that I am receiving these blessings and that I serve a purpose here, I;m utilizing the given talents or gifts to their purpose, that lends it transcendence.
Or, I can split the same wood with pride that is rooted in knowing my neighbor is watching me and I want to show off my strength and feel good about myself. That is vain or downright sinful, depending on your marital status.) The intention is the key.
What a refreshing read, gentlemen. 👏👏👏
To dress well, then, is to practice a small yet powerful act of theology. The theology of gratitude.
And so you walk out into the world armed with that human balance. Knowing you are something and knowing you are not everything. That is the dance. That is the grace.
Thank you for these wise words. I pray that you will be blessed with even more wisdom. ✨✨
Best regards!
Well put!
Good article, I think that “pride” is often used in the sense of “satisfaction in something well done, competent, or otherwise pleasing.” This is the pride we take in our kids’ accomplishments, our work, or dressing well. This seems to be quite distinct from what the Holy Fathers or Scripture mean by pride, which is clearly a sense of superiority and self-exaltation.
That distinction between old and modern usage is certainly one of the things we’ve tried to point out in the article. It’s one of the reasons teachings on pride can be confusing today.
A most enlightening, elevating, and entertaining read. Thank you, gentlemen — and continued success in your important work with Letters from the Old World.
Thank you Douglas
This was such a cool read! It parallels nicely with an essay I just finished on Mere Christianity all about pride and fortitude. Thanks for the post!
Thank you Henry
Certainly one of your best, gentlemen!
Now, sincere question:
How does this translate to our selfies, posed photographs, and profile pics?
Thank you!
The lessons here are certainly transferable to photos.
Paying attention to your intentions when taking or posting would be the first step. Ask yourself why you are posting or taking the pictures you are, and be honest with yourself.
Amazing piece. Thanks for this.
The same idea while related to intellectual pride strikes me as uniquely powerful lenses to understand our current dysfunctional times.
We could certainly all use a bit more intellectual humility. Pride in one’s intelligence is an all too common stumbling block on the path to real understanding.
In spite of being a leftist myself, I always got nauseated by the excessive intellectual pride of left leaders (leading to dysfunctional hubris even). At times I feel that we are going through a revenge from the previously put-down-class of conservative leaders.
Whom do we glorify, God or ourselves?
I agree. Ultimately, that is the measure of pride: doing anything with pride means serving a higher purpose (I can split wood with pride, knowing I'm blessed with strength, helping to keep my family warm etc., And being aware of the fact that I am receiving these blessings and that I serve a purpose here, I;m utilizing the given talents or gifts to their purpose, that lends it transcendence.
Or, I can split the same wood with pride that is rooted in knowing my neighbor is watching me and I want to show off my strength and feel good about myself. That is vain or downright sinful, depending on your marital status.) The intention is the key.