Upstream Is Philosophy for Christians? | Ross Inman
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Apr 30, 2024 Shane welcomes Ross Inman, Author of 'Christian Philosophy as a Way of Life,' to discuss the relevance of philosophy for Christians. They explore the transformative power of wonder, the pursuit of truth and meaning, reclaiming philosophy for Christ, and the therapeutic role of philosophical contemplation in guiding individuals towards divine purpose.
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Wonder Starts Philosophy
- Wonder combines perceived vastness with a felt need to reconfigure our mental furniture.
- This posture humbles us, opens us to reality's richness, and initiates philosophical inquiry.
Awe Shrinks The Self
- Experiencing awe produces a "small self" effect and increases social connectedness.
- Studies (e.g., Yosemite vs Fisherman's Wharf) show wonder shrinks self-perception and boosts communal feeling.
Plato's Ancient Insight
- Plato declared philosophy begins in wonder, which prompts seeking meaning even in ordinary life.
- Wonder sustains and crowns the philosophical life by fueling our metaphysical hunger.