Thesis on Simplism

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An artist’s depiction of a poor families farm.

Thesis on Simplism 

 

Oh the joys of living a simple life, one without the concern of politics, war or conflict but one of peace, serenity and routine. It is my firm belief that when one is engaged in politics or conflict they lack time for GOD. Those living a very busy life often forget about their faith and instead focus on their ambitions or needs, often leading to greediness and an extreme sense of self-importance. As I have written in many of my previous thesis, living a life of routine and simplism is the true path of devotion and piety, one must always have time for GOD. This is why I do find that most of the populace considered ‘peasants’, people looked down upon by the higher class due to their misfortune, are more faithful and attend church more often than those in the army or politics.

 

It saddened me greatly that when I held mass in Helena the majority of the soldiery were unable to attend because training was happening at the same time, their leaders refusing to allow them to attend mass instead. Living a peaceful life of tranquillity and order gives one a stable life, one where they can survive amply whilst still having plenty of time for their faith. Though I do believe we ought not to look upon the ‘peasantry’ with such scorn and hatred, for they are humans too and most are very pious. I often find those considered ‘poor’ are more charitable for they have experienced hunger and thirst and wish not for others to feel the same.

 

Though it must be said, I admire these people for their faithfulness for whilst they might be poor in materials and wealth, they are rich in faith. Are the ‘peasantry’ really less-fortunate? I do not believe so. For whilst yes, I concede that they often go without food for days, they are truly good-natured people. They know what it is like to starve and will assist their brothers and sisters to help them, even if it is at a detriment to themselves. We should all strive towards a life of poverty, simplism and stability rather than chaos, riches and self-importance.

 

Boniface

11th of Sigismund’s End 1759