Matthew James Smith

Bi-weekly posts on the past, present, and future renewal of classical education in the U.S. and abroad.

Examining the intersection of the Christian moral life and the church’s life in the world. Specializing in cold takes and nuance.

I write about theology and the moral life, which includes reflections on Scripture, the body, honor and reputation, the imagination, technology, and much more.

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A cultural notebook

Currently writing on the third way through feminism and patriarchy, always excited to share what I'm reading, how to remind the church of our holy vocation, and why education needs to emphasize the liberating arts

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Philosophy, Theology, Culture