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Return of the Strong Gods

Nationalism, Populism, and the Future of the West

Book • 2021

In 'Return of the Strong Gods,' R.R.

Reno argues that the post-war consensus, which aimed to create an 'open society' free from the dogmas that led to World War II, is breaking down.

He contends that the strong gods—powerful loyalties to nation, clan, and religion—are returning as people seek meaning and community.

Reno traces the historical roots of this shift, critiquing the relativism and multiculturalism that have eroded traditional values.

He advocates for a return to classic human values such as patriotism, family, and historic Christianity, warning that the absence of these strong gods could invite darker alternatives.

Mentioned by

Auron Macintyre

Winston Marshall

Michael Millerman

Mollie Hemingway

Paul Vanderklay

Joseph Spurgeon

Mentioned in 19 episodes

Mentioned by

Rod Dreher

as a book exploring the concept of a return to strong gods.

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Mentioned by

Auron Macintyre

when discussing the post-war liberal consensus.

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Mentioned by

Jim Rutt

, who was impressed by the bishop's review of Francis's pontificate.

EP 303 Mark Stahlman on Pope Leo XIV and the Catholic Church’s Missionary Turn

Mentioned by

Winston Marshall

as the author of the book exploring the end of the World War II consensus.

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Mentioned by

Keri Smith

while discussing books in her book club.

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Mentioned by

Michael Millerman

in the context of the return of theology and mysticism in the post-liberal era.

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Recommended by

J.D. Hall

to understand the concept discussed in the podcast.

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Recommended by

Mollie Hemingway

for

David Harsanyi

, focusing on institutional rot and the return of strong gods.

'You're Wrong' With Mollie Hemingway And David Harsanyi, Ep. 146: Church And State

Mentioned by Bishop Barron during a discussion on societal values.

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Mentioned by

Paul Vanderklay

as a book by R.R. Reno that got sent out into the substack world by N.S. Lyon.

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Recommended by

Andrew Klavan

as a prophetic and insightful book.

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Mentioned by

Russ Vought

when discussing books he recommends to his donors.

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Mentioned by James Lindsay when saying that Reno's book has a right-wing dialectic borrowed from critical theorists.

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Mentioned by

Joseph Spurgeon

as a book discussing ideologies arising from World War II.

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Mentioned by Lindsay Ellis as the best explanation of the show, in her video.

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Mentioned by

Eric Luppold

as a book that connected ancient mythologies to modern issues.

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Mentioned by

Paul Vanderklay

, making the point that there was a lot more nuance understanding.

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Mentioned by

Joel Webbon

as a book discussing the return to traditional values and virtues.

The J. Burden Show Ep. 302: Joel Webbon

Mentioned by

Paul Vanderklay

, stating the book helps frame the post-war consensus.

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Recommended by

Pastor Joel

as a must-read book.

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