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From Biology to Theology: How viruses challenge our perception of good and evil with Christian Virologist Dr Mirjam Schilling

Unapologetic | Premier Unbelievable?

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Viruses, Religion, and Human Connectivity

This chapter explores Richard Dawkins' analogy of religion as a virus, scrutinizing its reductionist nature and its implications on theological thought. It emphasizes the interplay between suffering, natural disasters, and divine perspective, while advocating for a more nuanced understanding of existence through ecological and spiritual lenses. The discussion connects the complexities of human experience, historical pandemics, and socio-economic inequalities, urging a responsible and compassionate approach to faith in the face of adversity.

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