

Death of God w/ Peter Rollins
25 snips Nov 18, 2024
Join Peter Rollins, a thinker known for his innovative 'Church of the Contradiction,' as he dives into radical theology and the concept of the death of God. He explores why traditional beliefs may feel insufficient and playfully connects Bigfoot to quantum physics. The conversation navigates existential struggles, community through shared experiences, and the powerful role of liturgy. Rollins also delves into how confronting mortality can lead to profound personal insights, revealing the complexities of faith and belief in the modern world.
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From Failing Student to PhD
- Peter Rollins initially struggled in school, failing everything and even being considered for trade work due to perceived lack of intellectual ability.
- Ironically, a religious conversion led him to discover philosophy and pursue higher education, eventually earning a PhD.
Žižek's Influence
- Slavoj Žižek's work significantly influenced Rollins, bridging theory and practice.
- Žižek's philosophical depth combined with psychoanalytic theory provided Rollins with a framework for understanding and developing his own theological and liturgical work.
Radical Theology Defined
- Radical theology emphasizes a radical negativity, a "nothing" that is a "something."
- This "death of God" concept, traced from Paul to Nietzsche and beyond, suggests negativity is inherent in the absolute.