The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture WOF 426: Democracy and the Catholic Church
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Feb 26, 2024 Exploring the compatibility between liberal democracy and the Catholic Church through the perspectives of Alexis de Tocqueville. Delving into the historical relationship between Catholicism and democracy, contrasting views of Hobbes and Locke, and analyzing the impact of social media on shared values. Embracing objective values for spiritual growth and advocating for a shift towards moral and spiritual principles.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Catholicism and Democracy: Evolving Views
02:22 • 6min
Liberalism Roots: Hobbes and Locke's Perspectives
08:05 • 18min
Exploring Lockean Philosophy Through 'The Shape of Water'
26:20 • 1min
Challenges of shared values and the impact of social media on society
27:30 • 2min
Embracing Objective Values for Spiritual Growth
29:28 • 4min