Classical educators often praise the benefits of leisure—the unhindered quest for humane ideals, like truth and beauty, as ends in themselves. Yet, we also experience leisure through the synchronous activities of mind and body. This issue of VIRTUE explores how the leisure of athletics can provide real insights to the pursuit of a philosophical and humane way of life.
Classical educators often praise the benefits of leisure—the unhindered quest for humane ideals, like truth and beauty,... Read more
Contest, what the Greeks called agon, is integral to growth. It is a proving ground for such qualities as perseverance,... Read more
Q: WHICH VIRTUES DO SPORTS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN GENERAL CULTIVATE? A: Sports cultivate humility, courage, respec... Read more
Without question one of the most important contributions to liberal education and the current renaissance of classical e... Read more
A hook shot kisses the rim and hangs there, helplessly, but doesn’t drop, and for once our gangly starting center b... Read more
Q: HOW DID YOU GET INTO VOLLEYBALL, AND WHY BEACH VOLLEYBALL IN PARTICULAR? A: I started on my first club team when I...
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