Straight White American Jesus It's in the Code ep 167: "Manhood Pt. 2"
Oct 22, 2025
The discussion dives into Josh Hawley's interpretation of masculinity as outlined in his book, revealing how he claims biblical support for his views. Hawley’s reading of Genesis reimagines men as caretakers reflecting God's image, but this clashes with traditional beliefs about biblical inerrancy. The podcast explores the contradictions within Genesis' creation accounts and how they challenge conservative authority. Dan critiques Hawley’s selective reading and suggests it mirrors liberal interpretations conservatives typically reject.
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Bible As The Central Masculinity Story
- Josh Hawley uses the Bible as the central story to explain masculinity and manhood in contemporary conservative thought.
- Dan Miller frames Hawley as a window into a broader cultural discourse rather than as a unique thinker.
Genesis Grounds Men's Mission
- Hawley starts his argument in Genesis, using creation narratives to ground men's mission.
- Dan notes Hawley links Genesis's creation of humans to a divine purpose for men.
World As God's Temple
- Hawley frames the world as God's temple and humans as God's representatives tasked to cultivate it.
- This biblical image becomes the basis for his claim about men's mission and authority.
