The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God
7. The New Thinkers: A new conversation on God
Dec 12, 2023
Tom Holland and Douglas Murray join Justin Brierley in a conversation about the resurgence of interest in Christianity among secular thinkers. They discuss the shift from critiquing traditional religions to examining new quasi-religious beliefs, the danger of disconnecting Christian virtues from a Christian worldview, the emergence of new religious movements, and the influence and importance of religion in society. The speakers explore the evolutionary value of religion, the challenges of expressing appreciation for Christianity publicly, and the search for meaning in the age-old story of Christianity.
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- Secular thinkers are shifting their focus from critiquing traditional religion to examining the rise of new quasi-religious beliefs in academia and recognizing the utility and benefits of religious beliefs.
- Feminist thinkers acknowledge the historical and cultural influences of Christianity on feminism, recognizing its promotion of gender equality and protection of vulnerable individuals, although some modern movements have gone too far and resemble religious orthodoxy.
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