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118: Richard Rohr - The Tears of Things

The Sacred Speaks

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Rituals of Masculine Initiation

This chapter examines the masculine drive to impose order, illustrated through the film 'Whiplash', while discussing the dilution of initiation rites in Western Christianity. It highlights the importance of meaningful rites of passage for men and critiques contemporary practices for failing to facilitate true transformation and emotional health.

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