#595
Mentioned in 95 episodes
Dominion
The Power of Man, the Suffering of Animals, and the Call to Mercy
Book • 2002
In 'Dominion,' Matthew Scully presents a comprehensive and eloquent case against the mistreatment of animals.
The book delves into various aspects of animal suffering, including factory farming, hunting, whaling, and laboratory experiments.
Scully challenges the notion that humans have unlimited dominion over animals, as suggested by biblical interpretations, and argues for a moral and compassionate approach to animal treatment.
He draws on both religious and scientific perspectives to make his case, emphasizing the importance of empathy and the recognition of animal consciousness and suffering.
The book is a call to action for reform and a plea for human benevolence and mercy towards animals.
The book delves into various aspects of animal suffering, including factory farming, hunting, whaling, and laboratory experiments.
Scully challenges the notion that humans have unlimited dominion over animals, as suggested by biblical interpretations, and argues for a moral and compassionate approach to animal treatment.
He draws on both religious and scientific perspectives to make his case, emphasizing the importance of empathy and the recognition of animal consciousness and suffering.
The book is a call to action for reform and a plea for human benevolence and mercy towards animals.
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Mentioned in 95 episodes
Mentioned by 
Bari Weiss as chronicling thousands of years of Christian history and arguing that Christianity is the reason we have America.
Bari Weiss as chronicling thousands of years of Christian history and arguing that Christianity is the reason we have America.
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Tom Holland on How Christianity Remade the World
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Niall Ferguson to support his argument that Western society is still deeply influenced by Christianity.
Niall Ferguson to support his argument that Western society is still deeply influenced by Christianity.
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Alex O'Connor in the context of discussing cultural Christians and their relationship with Christianity.
Alex O'Connor in the context of discussing cultural Christians and their relationship with Christianity.
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#807 - Alex O'Connor - Why Is Cultural Christianity On The Rise?
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Michael Shellenberger in the context of the Enlightenment and Judeo-Christian tradition.
Michael Shellenberger in the context of the Enlightenment and Judeo-Christian tradition.
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435. This Is One of the Biggest Medical Malpractice Scandals in History | Michael Shellenberger
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358. Question Time: Political translators, Boris Johnson, and politicians to watch in 2025
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Dominic Sandbrook and 
Tom Holland during their discussion of Martin Luther and the Reformation.
Dominic Sandbrook and Tom Holland during their discussion of Martin Luther and the Reformation.
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435. Luther: The Battle Against Satan (Part 3)
Mentioned by Jordan Peterson as a book arguing that Christian ways of thinking about the world have outlived Christianity.
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404. A Podcast About the End of the World | Dr. Niall Ferguson
Mentioned by Sarah Coppin as a book that impacted her, discussing the intermingling of Roman empire culture and Jesus' ethic.
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S2 E07. The Male Identity Crisis: Why young men are searching for meaning again
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Tim Mackie as a book he listened to and read, discussing the American and French revolutions.
Tim Mackie as a book he listened to and read, discussing the American and French revolutions.
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What Do Demonic Powers Have To Do with Politics? with Tim Mackie
Recommended by 
David Runciman at the end of the podcast as further reading on the topics discussed in the episode.
David Runciman at the end of the podcast as further reading on the topics discussed in the episode.
70 snips
The History of Revolutionary Ideas: Christianity w/Tom Holland
