The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast Sir Roger Scruton
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Mar 12, 2019 Join Dr. Jordan Peterson in a captivating dialogue with Sir Roger Scruton, a renowned British philosopher known for his insights into aesthetics and conservative thought. They explore the interplay of truth and imagination, critique modern ideologies, and emphasize the importance of humanities in education. The conversation delves into the transformative power of literature and music, the role of small businesses in community, and the necessity of fostering empathy amidst societal divisions.
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Transcendence and Personal Relations
- We understand the transcendent negatively as the limit of our thinking.
- Positive experiences, like personal relations, offer glimpses beyond this limit.
Transcendence and Error
- The transcendent reveals itself through errors, exposing the richer reality beyond our perceptions.
- The world is more complex than our low-resolution mental models.
Ascending to Truth
- We approach deeper truths through self-awareness, not a changing world.
- Literature and art can re-describe reality, making it communicative.