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Trinity Forum Conversations

Beyond Ideology with Peter Kreeft and Eugene Rivers

Sep 19, 2023
Peter Kreeft, a philosopher, and Rev. Eugene Rivers engage in a conversation about the nature and consequences of ideology in our culture. They emphasize the need to stop idolizing Western civilization and focus on the love of God instead. Topics covered include the relationship between ideology and Christianity, spiritual warfare, the power and nuances of ideologies, humility in intellectual movements, and the role of religion in times of crisis.
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Quick takeaways

  • Religion should not be used as a means to save Western civilization; we should stop idolizing it.
  • Overcoming ideological divisions requires intellectual and moral leadership, commitment to truth and love, and a renewal of our institutions.

Deep dives

The Influence of Ideology on Modern Culture

The episode discusses how ideologies shape our present culture, impacting both our intellectual vitality and civic life. It emphasizes the need to move beyond ideological divisions and calls for a deeper understanding of truth and reality.

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