Acid Horizon Derrida on the Secret, Sacrifice, and the Singularity of Death
Feb 2, 2021
This episode of the podcast explores Jacques Derrida's interpretation of the biblical story of Abraham's sacrifice, focusing on themes of responsibility, the ethical, and the secret. They discuss the connection between trembling and anticipation, the nature of the night of faith, and the pursuit of the absolute. The hosts also provide updates on upcoming events and changes to the podcast.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Abraham's Sacrifice and the Paradox of Responsibility
01:45 • 9min
Mysterium Tremendum and the Inaccessibility of the Secret
10:38 • 20min
COVID-19 as a Paradox of Singular and General Morality
31:05 • 2min
The Night of Faith and Paradox
32:38 • 12min
The Ethical Commandment, Abraham, and Discourse
44:58 • 2min
Exploring the Pursuit of the Absolute and Sacrifice of Ethics
46:47 • 11min
Upcoming Events and Changes
57:57 • 2min