

24. Alex O’Connor & Justin Brierley: Is The Rebirth Real? Edinburgh Debate
4 snips Jul 9, 2024
A live discussion in Edinburgh features atheist YouTuber Alex O'Connor and host Justin Brierley exploring the resurgence of belief in God. They debate the Bible's role in Western morality, Alex recites a CS Lewis poem, and they discuss the shift towards spirituality in younger generations. They explore the rise of right-wing politics intertwined with Christianity and the importance of storytelling in inspiring faith.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Event Introduction and Discussion on Christian Faith
04:27 • 4min
Exploring CosmicSkeptic and the Evolution of Belief
08:32 • 6min
Resurgence of Belief in God
14:54 • 27min
Exploring the Shift in Beliefs Towards Christianity and Islam
41:49 • 4min
The Rise of Right-Wing Politics and Christianity
45:34 • 19min
The Shift Towards Narrative and Non-Propositional Thinking
01:04:20 • 16min
Exploring the Slave Bible and the Bible's Stance on Slavery
01:20:15 • 26min
Exploring Belief in God and the Christian Story
01:45:49 • 6min