AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Re-Enchanting
Re-Enchanting... The politics of Jesus - NT Wright
Oct 9, 2024
NT Wright, a Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall and former Bishop of Durham, shares insights from his new book, co-authored with Mike Bird. He discusses how the teachings of Jesus can reshape contemporary politics, drawing parallels between first-century challenges and today’s dilemmas. The conversation touches on the complexities of obedience, civil disobedience, and the church's role in today's political discourse. Wright critiques modern evangelicalism's evolution and emphasizes the necessity of inclusivity to reflect early Christianity's essence.
58:32
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Jesus's declaration of 'Jesus is Lord' directly challenged the political authority of Caesar, illustrating the intricate link between faith and power.
- The transformation of Christianity from a persecuted sect to a political entity reveals the complexities of navigating faith in public life.
Deep dives
The Influence of First-Century Politics on Jesus's Message
The political environment during Jesus's ministry was deeply intertwined with religious beliefs, as both politics and religion were seen as inseparable by first-century Jews and Greeks. Jesus encountered a complex backdrop marked by Roman dominance, where the emperor was viewed as a divine figure, pervading societal structures, and reinforcing that religion and politics were intimately connected. The call for God's kingship by Jesus challenged existing political powers, suggesting a radical vision that contrasted with traditional theocratic expectations. His declaration that 'Jesus is Lord' fundamentally undermined claims of Caesar's authority, reflecting early Christians' resistance to empire and their commitment to a different societal order.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode