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169. An Atheist in the Realm of Myth | Stephen Fry

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Suffering and Moral Conscience

This chapter engages in a deep philosophical exploration of the existence of God amid human suffering, referencing Dostoevsky's 'The Brothers Karamazov' to examine perspectives on faith and morality. It highlights the intricacies of moral responsibility, personal accountability, and the development of conscience, contrasting philosophical theories with psychological insights. The dialogue also investigates the intersection of science and religion in understanding moral values, illustrated through observational studies of child development and animal behavior.

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