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Classic Christian books in modern English with chapter summaries and discussions.

  1. Introduction | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Introduction | The Consolation of Philosophy

    About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    2 min
  2. Book 1, Chapter 1 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Book 1, Chapter 1 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Chapter Summary Lady Philosophy appears to a downcast Boethius—tall, shabby, but authoritative. She rebukes the Muses of poetry, whose emotional thorns choked reason out of his mind. Boethius waits to hear her speak. About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    6 min
  3. Discussion 1 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Discussion 1 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Topics Covered How emotion relates to thinking How Scripture teaches us to think about our emotions and about thinking itself About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    12 min
  4. Book 1, Chapter 2 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Book 1, Chapter 2 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Chapter Summary Philosophy laments Boethius’s spiritual fall, as he no longer looks up at the heavens. She tells him that he must not complain but rather be healed. This healing is possible, if he can identify her and then remember his own identity. About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    3 min
  5. Book 1, Chapter 3 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Book 1, Chapter 3 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Chapter Summary Boethius suddenly recognizes Lady Philosophy, whom he had known for many years. She tells him she is visiting him to help him bear the burden of his ordeal, which many others have borne before. Therefore, he should not be surprised to be suffering like this. Her advice is to take refuge in Wisdom, which is more valuable than anything enemies can take away. About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    4 min
  6. Book 1, Chapter 4 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Book 1, Chapter 4 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Chapter Summary Philosophy advises Boethius to face both good and bad fortune, which has no true power over him, with integrity. He passionately recounts how he had followed her advice in studying philosophy in his work in public affairs, but had been falsely accused and was being unjustly punished. That the evil plot has succeeded is what astonishes him. He laments because, unlike him, unpunished criminals enjoy pleasure. About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    14 min
  7. Book 1, Chapter 5 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Book 1, Chapter 5 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Chapter Summary Boethius laments God’s seeming absence from governing human affairs, to which Philosophy responds with a rebuke: His deepest exile is not physical but spiritual. He is not yet ready for a complete cure, and so for now she will only gently prepare him for that. About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    6 min
  8. Book 1, Chapter 6 | The Consolation of Philosophy

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    Book 1, Chapter 6 | The Consolation of Philosophy

    Chapter Summary To ensure an appropriate remedy, Philosophy asks Boethius several questions. He believes that God is in control of his creation, that God is the source of all things, and that man is a mortal, reasoning creature. However, he has not applied the former belief to his circumstances, and has forgotten the goal of creation and—most serious of all—even his own identity. Thus he is confused and upset at his exile, wrongly believing the wicked are blessed and that his misfortunes are random. Even though these beliefs would kill him, his belief in God’s sovereignty is a spark that can be fanned into flame and bring him back to life. Philosophy will work slowly and gently to this purpose. About The Consolation of Philosophy Written in the 6th-century from a prison cell as the author awaits execution for a crime he did not commit, The Consolation of Philosophy is a dialogue between Boethius and a mysterious woman—Lady Philosophy—who helps him rediscover wisdom and virtue. Subscribe now and begin walking the path of wisdom with us. Want to go deeper? You’re invited to join the companion course that dives deep into each of the five books. There, we’ll explore each chapter, with guided readings, discussion prompts, and study tools to enrich your journey. Enroll today.

    6 min
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Classic Christian books in modern English with chapter summaries and discussions.

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