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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.

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Mentioned in 17 episodes

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Rod Dreher
as a book exploring the concept of a return to strong gods.
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Auron Macintyre
when discussing the post-war liberal consensus.
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Jim Rutt
, who was impressed by the bishop's review of Francis's pontificate.
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Keri Smith
while discussing books in her book club.
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Winston Marshall
as the author of the book exploring the end of the World War II consensus.
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Michael Millerman
in the context of the return of theology and mysticism in the post-liberal era.
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J.D. Hall
to understand the concept discussed in the podcast.
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Mollie Hemingway
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David Harsanyi
, focusing on institutional rot and the return of strong gods.
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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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Andrew Klavan
as a prophetic and insightful book.
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Russ Vought
when discussing books he recommends to his donors.
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Joseph Spurgeon
as a book discussing ideologies arising from World War II.
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Eric Luppold
as a book that connected ancient mythologies to modern issues.
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Paul Vanderklay
, making the point that there was a lot more nuance understanding.
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Joel Webbon
as a book discussing the return to traditional values and virtues.
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Paul Vanderklay
, stating the book helps frame the post-war consensus.
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Tony Merkel
when discussing patterns and intersections across topics in relation to spiritual warfare.
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Wesley Todd
as a book that was frequently discussed in the previous year.
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