Phrases with «philistinism»

Sentences with «philistinism»

  • I confess that I may not live up to his rigorous standards, but it is not because I am blind to the spiritual philistinism of today's upper middle classes. (firstthings.com)
  • Benign neglect is one thing, but wanton destruction, often as a result of local authority cost cutting, was cultural philistinism at its worst. (newscientist.com)
  • It could hardly be said that the liturgy of the West lacks beauty or is unconcerned about beauty (though philistinism in liturgical guise is far too readily identifiable today, and modern American liturgical practice is not generally known for its beauty, glory, or solemnity). (firstthings.com)
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