A Reason for Hope Can Christianity and Stoicism Coexist?
What is Stoicism and can it coexist with Christianity? In this episode of A Reason for Hope, host Jack and theologian Dr. David Hajduk break down the rising appeal of Stoic philosophy among modern audiences—especially young adults searching for peace in a chaotic world. With influencers like Ryan Holiday championing Stoicism as the key to emotional resilience and success, we explore:
- What Stoicism really teaches
- Why it’s trending now
- The spiritual hunger behind its rise
- Where Stoicism aligns with and diverges from the Catholic worldview
- Why Christ offers more than calm—He offers salvation
📌 Whether you're a curious Catholic, a student of philosophy, or just looking for peace in the storm, this episode will challenge and inspire you to go deeper.
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⏰Timecode⏰
00:00 Introduction
01:34 Start of Interview
03:20 What is Stoicism?
05:48 Stoicism's Conception
07:26 Marcus Aurelius
07:58 What are the main tenets of Stoicism?
10:16 Stoicism's View on Psychology
19:47 In What Ways is Stoicism Compatible with Christianity
32:49 Ways that Stoicism Differs from Christianity
44:56 Why is Stoicism becoming so popular?
48:27 Gender Roles in our Society
49:41 What is real masculinity?