

#26 Atheism, Morality, Consciousness, & The Great Isaiah Scroll with @CosmicSkeptic Alex O'Connor
Feb 11, 2025
Alex O'Connor, an influential atheist and content creator, dives into the philosophical depths of reason, morality, and consciousness. He tackles tough questions about free will and virtue, contemplating whether they hold true in a materialistic worldview. The discussion navigates the intricate relationship between atheism and historical atrocities, probing whether secular ideologies inevitably lead to negative outcomes. O'Connor also unpacks the complexity of love and emotion, and critiques the textual integrity of the Great Isaiah Scroll, challenging the audience to rethink their understanding of morality and faith.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Paradox of Free Will and Virtue
01:49 • 21min
Exploring C.S. Lewis and Moral Complexity
22:59 • 11min
Exploring Morality, Free Will, and the Existence of God
33:33 • 12min
Exploring the Complexity of Love and Emotion
46:01 • 3min
Exploring Consciousness and Emotion
49:15 • 4min
Atheism, Morality, and Historical Atrocities
53:44 • 17min
Unpacking the 1Q Isaiah Scroll Debate
01:10:32 • 10min
Textual Variants and Biblical Integrity
01:20:15 • 22min
Navigating Accountability and Redemption in Public Discourse
01:42:40 • 2min
Exploring Ancient Manuscripts and Textual Fidelity
01:44:29 • 26min
Unraveling Isaiah: Authorship and Themes
02:10:12 • 8min
Exploring the Motifs in the Book of Isaiah
02:18:16 • 2min
Reviving Scholarly Dialogue
02:20:01 • 11min