Myth After Modernity: Can Fantasy Re-enchant the Moral Imagination?

May's will be conducted by Bro. Nathan Hardy as he asks the question, "Myth After Modernity: Can Fantasy Re-enchant the Moral Imagination?"

Synopsis:
In an age shaped by science, systems, and endless consumption, why does fantasy still grip the modern soul? What are we seeking in enchanted worlds, heroic quests, and mythic landscapes? This month’s MPS will explore whether modern fantasy has helped recover the moral imagination—or whether it reduces myth to something we consume rather than live. We will consider fantasy not merely as entertainment, but as a possible school of wonder, virtue, and meaning, while also asking whether ready-made worlds can weaken deeper imaginative and spiritual powers. At stake is a larger question: can fantasy recover a true enchantment that forms character, or does it too easily slip into escapism disguised as wonder?

Mission Statement:
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