#317 – John Vervaeke: Meaning Crisis, Atheism, Religion & the Search for Wisdom
Lex Fridman Podcast
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The Ethics of Ends and Means
This chapter explores the philosophical implications of the belief that the ends justify the means, examining historical atrocities such as those committed by Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge. It links these events to the rise of Nazism and the broader meaning crisis, discussing the intertwining of political and religious phenomena. The conversation also delves into the nature of sin, love, and philosophical perspectives from thinkers like Heidegger and Tillich, prompting reflection on moral choices and existential understanding.
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