The Symbolic World

328 - Stephen Blackwood - The Book that the West Needs

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Feb 8, 2024
Stephen Blackwood, a Canadian-American professor and social commentator, discusses the book 'The Consolation of Boethius' and its role in Medieval Western world. They explore the themes of detachment, self-possession, and the search for spiritual good. They also discuss the power of patterned language, the role of repetition and rituals in shaping understanding, and the significance of finding meaning through patterns.
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