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Mentioned in 8 episodes

Perelandra

Book • 1972
In 'Perelandra', the second book of C.S.

Lewis’s Space Trilogy, Dr. Elwin Ransom is transported to the planet Perelandra (Venus) to counter a temptation similar to that of Eve in the Garden of Eden.

The planet, described as a paradise with floating islands, rich colors, and peaceful creatures, is home to a Green Lady and her King, who are the only sentient inhabitants.

Ransom must thwart the plans of Dr. Edward Weston, who has been possessed by diabolical forces and aims to tempt the Green Lady into disobeying Maleldil’s (God’s) prohibition against dwelling on the Fixed Land.

The novel explores themes of obedience, free will, and the struggle between good and evil, culminating in a physical battle between Ransom and the possessed Weston to determine the fate of Perelandra.

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Mentioned in 8 episodes

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Eric Metaxas
as one of his favorite books of all time that ought to be taught alongside Paradise Lost.
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Tyranny is Here. The Church In America Must Fight (Eric Metaxas) | Ep. 536
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Fabian Graßl
as the author of books with imaginative apologetics.
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John Eldredge
in the context of the nature of romance and longing.
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Andrew Snyder
as an absolutely beautiful text and part of the series he looks forward to exploring.
101 - Introduction to Perelandra
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Aaron Hill
when discussing the challenges of illustrating the space trilogy.
The Mythmakers w/ John Hendrix
Mentioned by Alistair McGrath as the second book in the Space Trilogy.
#115 Why did no one want to publish Lewis' Space Trilogy?
Mentioned as part of the Space Trilogy, discussed in detail throughout the podcast.
#114 An introduction to The Space Trilogy
Mentioned by Alistair McGrath referencing the image of a dance, about finding that we are caught up in our engagement with the universe and become part of it in some way.
#215 Alister McGrath: Exploring The Discarded Image (Part 2)
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Gavin Ortlund
in relation to his views on gender and sexuality.
A Female Aslan?!?
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Parker Sedeckes
and discussed with Dr.
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Michael Ward
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Ep. 133 - After Humanity and The Abolition of Man w/Dr. Michael Ward
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Andrew Snyder
as one of the first two books of the Ransom Trilogy that take place in the heavens.
106 - Introduction to That Hideous Strength
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Aaron Hill
as a book that reshaped his worldview, particularly its ending.
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