Deep Talks | Cultural Theology with Paul Anleitner Explaining David Bentley Hart's "All Things are Full of Gods" (Part 1)
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Aug 29, 2024 
David Bentley Hart, a renowned theologian and philosopher known for his insights into religion and culture, delves into his thought-provoking book 'All Things are Full of Gods.' He presents the Socratic dialogue format that makes complex ideas accessible. The conversation navigates ancient myths, linking Greek gods to contemporary Christianity while revealing how these stories resonate with C.S. Lewis's themes of truth and beauty. Hart further explores the philosophical tensions between consciousness and materialism, highlighting love's role in understanding human experience.
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Power of Socratic Dialogue Format
- David Bentley Hart chose a Socratic dialogue format to present competing philosophical views.
- This format aids readers in inhabiting different perspectives and reducing bias.
Greek Gods Symbolize Ideas
- Hart uses Greek gods as symbolic representations of philosophical positions.
- Psyche represents Hart's convictions while Hephaestus embodies doubts and materialist views.
Psyche's Irreducible Consciousness
- Psyche argues mental acts and consciousness are irreducible to material causes.
- She claims an infinite horizon of intelligibility, identified as God, grounds all existence.