215. The Problem with Atheism
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
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The Resurgence of Religious Impulses in Secular Society
This chapter explores the void left by abandoning religious traditions, discussing how new atheism unintentionally sparked a revival of religious impulses in secular forms. It critiques the fragmentation of values and the necessity of a unifying ideal while examining how the disconnect from divinity influences personal identity and societal structures. Through literary and philosophical lenses, the dialogue emphasizes the importance of integrating religious instincts to mitigate totalitarian ideologies and moral divisions.
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