Christian theologian and Bishop of Caesarea, Saint Basil the Great, discusses his teachings on extreme charity and the distribution of personal wealth in Christianity. Topics include interpreting the command to sell possessions, Basil's views on lending money and borrowing, conflicting views on wealth and poverty, and the concept of charity in relation to migration and the duty of rich people.
St. Basil the Great emphasizes the necessity of wealth distribution and caring for the poor.
Basil questions modern interpretations of charity, urging to prioritize local communities over foreign aid and migration.
Deep dives
Christianity requires a change in life and the practice of extreme charity
The podcast discusses how Christianity demands individuals to make specific changes in their lives and practice extreme acts of charity. St. Basil the Great, a Christian saint, emphasizes the necessity of wealth distribution and caring for the poor.
St. Basil's teachings on wealth equalization and lending at interest
St. Basil advocates for voluntary wealth equalization among Christians to eliminate disparities. He criticizes lending money at interest, labeling it as misanthropy and against the spirit of philanthropy. Basil also denounces borrowing, urging people to find alternative means of sustenance rather than accumulating debt.
Practical advice for the practice of charity and the challenges of modern interpretations
St. Basil provides practical instructions for individuals to engage in acts of charity, highlighting the importance of communal support and caring for one's immediate community. He questions modern interpretations of charity, urging to prioritize local communities over foreign aid and migration. Basil claims that true charity lies in helping those in need within one's immediate surroundings.
Saint Basil on the story of Christ and the Rich Young Man. And of why expelling migrants from our country fulfils Christ's command to love our neighbor.
The written version of this review can be found here (https://theworthyhouse.com/2024/01/11/on-social-justice-saint-basil-the-great/)