

The Tears of Things with Pete Enns
13 snips Mar 21, 2025
In this conversation, Pete Enns, an Old Testament scholar and co-host of The Bible for Normal People, delves into the emotional landscape of faith. He discusses the significance of grief and compassion in confronting societal injustices. Enns highlights the transformative power of embracing uncertainty and navigating faith through cycles of order and disorder. He also explores how understanding biblical genres can deepen our spiritual journey, urging listeners to engage with their communities and accept imperfections as pathways to empathy and connection.
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Origin of "Tears of Things"
- "The Tears of Things" originates from Virgil's phrase "lacrime rerum," capturing the sorrow inherent in all existence.
- This dual meaning highlights that everything cries and deserves compassion, a core theme for understanding suffering.
Balance Rage With Compassion
- Necessary rage at injustice is vital but must be paired with compassion to avoid becoming self-righteous.
- True prophetic wisdom resists politicization and embraces both anger and understanding.
Richard's Frustration With Culture
- Richard Rohr shares personal frustration with societal injustice and cultural blindness.
- He reflects on his love for America amid growing difficulties understanding current realities.