The Noonday Demon
Concept
A metaphor for acedia, striking during the hottest part of the day when a monk is most vulnerable to weariness and distraction.
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The Psychology of The Restless Wanderer
Eternalised
A metaphor for acedia, striking during the hottest part of the day when a monk is most vulnerable to weariness and distraction.
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