Saved by the City A Ross Douthat Guide to Fairies, UFOs ... and Church
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Mar 27, 2025 
Join Ross Douthat, a New York Times columnist and author, as he dives into the mystical and metaphysical. He argues that skepticism has overshadowed our understanding of the spiritual. The discussion touches on the persistence of mystical experiences and the allure of supernatural beliefs. Ross emphasizes the importance of committing to a single religious tradition for spiritual growth and warns of the dangers that accompany solitary spiritual explorations. He intriguingly parallels UFO lore with fairy encounters, revealing a complex supernatural landscape.
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Science Doesn't Rule Out God
- Ross Douthat argues science hasn't disproved God or purpose and can supply evidence that supports religious belief.
- He calls the modern myth that science makes religion unlikely a misunderstanding of what science actually shows.
Mystical Experiences Persist
- Mystical and supernatural experiences persist despite secularization and remain common across cultures and eras.
- Douthat says human inclination toward encounters with higher powers doesn't vanish with fewer church attendances.
A Renewed Spiritual Curiosity Moment
- Douthat sees a cultural moment where secular confidence is waning and spiritual curiosity resurfaces among younger people.
- He thinks this mix of skepticism and spiritual seeking makes arguing for religion timely.
