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455. The Devil and Karl Marx | Dr. Paul Kengor

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

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Marx and the Shadows of Atheism

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between Karl Marx’s upbringing, his evolving beliefs about religion, and his eventual embrace of atheism. It highlights key influences, including an anti-Semitic professor and personal letters from his father, that shaped Marx's philosophical outlook and connections to darker themes. The discussion also critiques how Marx's ideologies have led to militant atheism and violence against religious institutions, reflecting on the broader implications of his legacy.

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