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Marilynne Robinson on Biblical Interpretation, Calvinist Thought, and Religion in America

Conversations with Tyler

CHAPTER

Shakespeare's Religious Context and Calvinist Thought

The chapter explores the religious context of Shakespeare's time and the debate about his religious affiliation, focusing on the Anglican Church and themes of grace in his works. It transitions into discussing Calvinist thought in understanding Shakespeare, emphasizing encounters with God and the complexity of Calvin's work. The conversation also delves into Calvinism's theological implications, the decline of devout liberal Christianity, and the impact of religious and ethnic diversity on American society.

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