

Jacob Erickson: a Theopoetics of the Earth
May 5, 2020
Jacob J. Erickson, Assistant Professor of Theological Ethics at Trinity College Dublin, dives deep into a theopoetics of the earth, emphasizing interconnectedness amid climate crises. The discussion challenges traditional narratives, asking if it's ethical to have children in this age. They explore ecological grief and the impact of rural roots on environmental awareness, while critiquing societal responses to climate denial. Erickson also highlights the importance of emotional connections to nature as catalysts for collective ecological action.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Intro
00:00 • 6min
The Importance of a Timeless Bible
05:58 • 2min
Rural Roots and Ecological Awareness
07:38 • 13min
Theopoetics of Earth: Rethinking Creation
20:37 • 23min
Theopoetics and Ecological Engagement
43:28 • 14min
Navigating Grief and Responsibility in Climate Dynamics
57:01 • 16min
Understanding Anxiety through Interconnectedness
01:12:44 • 2min
Navigating Authenticity and Alienation in a Digital Age
01:15:09 • 4min
Parenthood in an Ecological Age
01:19:15 • 18min