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What is Organizational Evil?

Oct 8, 2022
Dr. Dru Johnson discusses organizational evil in the Hebrew Bible, exploring the blur between personal and corporate responsibilities. The podcast touches on topics like institutional racism, collective accountability, and the importance of pursuing systemic justice and care for the vulnerable.
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  • Organizational evil is a collective act where communities or organizations commit evil actions together, requiring communal repentance.
  • The biblical perspective highlights the importance of collective accountability, repentance, and correction for addressing community-wide sins.

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Understanding Organizational Evil

Organizational evil is discussed in the podcast as a collective act where entire communities or organizations commit evil actions together. The biblical perspective on organizational evil is explored, referencing passages like Matthew 12:43-45 to illustrate the concept that evil can worsen when allowed to return to a 'swept and put in order' house. The podcast delves into the significance of community accountability and elucidates how groups can engage in collective sins, leading to broader societal impacts that require communal repentance and correction.

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