Thinking in Public with Albert Mohler The Sin of Empathy — A Conversation with Joe Rigney
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Feb 19, 2025 Joe Rigney, a Fellow of Theology at New Saint Andrews College and author of "The Sin of Empathy," dives deep into the nuances of empathy. He explores its role in emotional manipulation versus genuine compassion. The complexities of empathy within Christian theology are discussed, along with the dangers of unchecked empathy and its moral implications. Rigney also tackles gender dynamics in evangelical leadership and critiques narratives of victimhood, highlighting their impact on unity and discourse in contemporary Christianity.
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Empathy vs. Sympathy
- Empathy, unlike sympathy, promotes a fusion of emotions and removes boundaries.
- This makes individuals susceptible to manipulation and bypasses critical thinking.
Empathy as a Passion
- Empathy, like other passions, requires governance to prevent destructiveness.
- Its focus on shared passions can blur the lines between good and bad.
Victimhood and Manipulation
- The unchecked elevation of victimhood can hinder critical thinking and accountability.
- Empathy has been used to manipulate Christian compassion, especially in social justice issues.
