The Future of . . . with Owen Bennett-Jones The Future of Traditionalism: A Discussion with Mark J. Sedgwick
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Aug 18, 2023 Mark J. Sedgwick discusses the rise of Traditionalism, its influences from ancient beliefs in Vedanta and Sufism, and its impact on modern society. The conversation explores traditionalist views on democracy, art, and nationalism, highlighting connections between traditionalism and political figures like Jordan Peterson and Putin.
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Core of Traditionalism Revealed
- Traditionalism centers on a single timeless ancient sacred creed shared by all religions. - This concept, known as perennialism, traces modern spiritual practices back to a common primordial tradition.
Spiritual vs Political Traditionalism
- Traditionalism splits between spiritual and political directions, from Sufism to far-right politics. - Spiritual traditionalists often reject the political, although both draw from the same foundational ideas.
Key Traditionalist Thinkers
- René Guénon founded traditionalism, emphasizing metaphysics and Vedanta criticism of modernity. - Julius Evola politicized traditionalism, engaging with fascism but remaining distinct from the party.