Conversations with Tyler Peter Thiel on Political Theology
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Apr 17, 2024 
Peter Thiel, the entrepreneur behind PayPal and Palantir, engages in a thought-provoking discussion about political theology and its relevance today. He critiques Calvinism and explores the implications of belief systems on governance. Thiel examines the resurgence of Carl Schmitt's ideas and their connections to modern political challenges. The conversation delves into how AI is reshaping professions and power dynamics, as well as the existential risks we may be overlooking. Literature, particularly Shakespeare, is also analyzed for its political insights.
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Political Theology
- Political theology helps integrate different facets of life and think about the big picture.
- It's dangerous to avoid these discussions in the 21st century.
Critique of Calvinism and Rationalism
- Peter Thiel disagrees with Calvinism's scapegoating of God and its anti-intellectualism.
- He believes in making sense of the world through reason, unlike Calvinists and "rationalists."
Interpreting History
- History is undeniably bad, but conservatives shouldn't whitewash it.
- A balanced Christian view acknowledges this bad history while seeking forgiveness.