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Getting Arrested for White Supremacy, Hilaire Belloc, Special Needs Children (Joseph Pearce)| Ep.486

Pints With Aquinas

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The Burden of the Ring: Lessons from Tolkien

This chapter explores the profound influence of 'The Lord of the Rings' during the speakers' incarceration, highlighting themes of good versus evil and self-sacrifice. It compares the storytelling styles of Tolkien and Lewis, emphasizing character complexity and the symbolism of the One Ring as an allegory for sin. The discussion underscores the importance of compassion and love over hatred in the context of contemporary moral struggles, ultimately suggesting that grace is essential in overcoming evil.

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