Published in 1866, 'Crime and Punishment' is a psychological novel set in St. Petersburg, Russia. It revolves around Rodion Raskolnikov, an impoverished and intellectually gifted former student who formulates a theory that some individuals are morally justified in committing crimes for the greater good of society. Raskolnikov puts this theory to the test by murdering an old pawnbroker and her half-sister, leading to a profound exploration of his psychological and emotional struggles with guilt, paranoia, and the consequences of his actions. The novel delves into socio-economic disparities, moral dilemmas, and the psychology of criminals, making it a classic of Russian literature and existential thought[2][4][5].
Today, we sit down with author and Daily Wire host Andrew Klavan to discuss his new book, "The Kingdom of Cain: Finding God in the Literature of Darkness." We talk about the nature of evil in this world and how God uses even the most heinous acts to point back to Him and His goodness. We also discuss the popularity of the true crime genre, particularly among women, and explore why people are drawn to such darkness. Andrew also shares a bit of his testimony with us and how he seeks to glorify God even through the writing of his crime novels.
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Timecodes:
(02:32) What is The Kingdom of Cain?
(06:27) Andrew’s testimony
(17:33) True crime fascination
(31:09) Religious state of America
(43:50) Takeaways from “Kingdom of Cain”
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Ep 546 | When They Try to Shut You Up, Double Down | Guest: Andrew Klavan
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