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Dr. John Vervaeke

The Nature and Power of Love with DC Schindler and Ken Lowry | Voices with Vervaeke

Jul 8, 2023
Philosopher DC Schindler and relationship expert Ken Lowry join John Vervaeke to discuss the nature of love, exploring topics such as Heidegger's concept of fatigue, Dionysius' understanding of causality, and the paradoxical nature of love. They also delve into the connection between love and transcendence, highlighting the transformative power of certain experiences like changing a baby's diaper. The urgency of integrating the iconic tradition into current challenges is emphasized.
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Quick takeaways

  • Transcendence goes beyond force transmission and includes generosity, allowing things to emerge.
  • Embracing both the vertical and horizontal dimensions of transcendence enhances understanding of love and causality.

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Transcending through Generosity and Causality

The podcast delves into the concept of transcendence and causality, challenging the common understanding of God as a supreme being and exploring a deeper notion of causation. The discussion highlights that causation goes beyond the mere transmission of force and includes a sense of generosity and allowing things to emerge. It emphasizes that every causal event in the cosmos, regardless of its nature, is an expression of the original causal generosity at the root of all things. The conversation also touches on the intertwining of the vertical and horizontal dimensions of transcendence, highlighting the importance of embracing both the ascent towards the divine and the grounding of the earthly. By doing so, a richer understanding of transcendence and causality can be achieved, enhancing our experience of wonder, insight, and beauty.

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