The Reluctant Theologian Podcast

Ep. 148 Omnisubjectivity and Panentheism with Linda Zagzebski

May 22, 2024

Linda Zagzebski, expert in omnisubjectivity and panentheism, discusses exploring God's subjective nature, divine empathy, and the intersection of subjectivity and objectivity. The conversation touches on the limits of human empathy, contemporary debates in religious epistemology, and God's ability to withhold knowledge.

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Quick takeaways

God's omniscience allows him to know all conscious states, including the subjective experiences of individuals.

God could choose not to focus on or 'bracket out' certain phenomenal knowledge, showcasing his selective omniscience.

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Explanation of Subjectivity and Objectivity

Subjectivity refers to consciousness as experienced by the subject, such as feelings, thoughts, and awareness. It is not limited to waking states but includes dream states as well. Objectivity, on the other hand, involves looking at consciousness from an external viewpoint, treating it objectively, analyzing conscious states as external observers. The distinction between subjectivity and objectivity is about experiencing consciousness internally versus observing it externally.

Introduction

3min

Exploring Omnisubjectivity and Divine Empathy

14min

Exploring Space as a Divine Attribute and Promoting an Online Master's Program

2min

Exploring Contemporary Debates in Religious Epistemology

30min

The Intersection of Subjectivity and Omnisubjectivity

8min

Exploring God's Phenomenal Knowledge and Ability to Withdraw

2min

Closing Remarks and Program Overview

3min

I have a very special episode for you today. I have an interview with the one and only Linda Zagzebski! We are chatting about her new book on omnisubjectivity. We are going to explore the different ways that God might be omnisubjective, and give a special look at panentheism. This episode also contains an audience Q&A with Zagzebski, and we cover all sorts of questions.

Credits

Host: R.T. Mullins (PhD, University of St Andrews; Dr. Habil. University of Helsinki) is a lecturer and researcher at the University of Lucerne, a visiting professor of philosophy at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and a docent of dogmatics at the University of Helsinki.

Guest: Linda Zagzebski is professor emeritus of philosophy at the University of Oklahoma, and a visiting professor of philosophy at the University of Lucerne.

Music by Rockandmetal_domination – Raising-questions.

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