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Homebrewed Christianity

Aaron Simmons: Philosophy & the Experience of God

Jan 9, 2023
Aaron Simmons, Associate Professor of Philosophy, discusses French phenomenology of religion, the intersection of philosophy and Pentecostal beliefs, deconstructing religious identity and faith life, faith and capitalism in evangelical Christianity, and navigating existence after the death of God with Tim Whitaker and Sarey Martin Concepción.
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  • The death of God metaphor prompts reflection on societal shifts and the need for personal responsibility.
  • Critique of commercialized faith calls for community-focused practices over consumer-driven beliefs.

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The Parable of the Madman Explained by Nietzsche

Nietzsche's parable involves a man proclaiming the death of God in a busy public space, shaking the foundations of understanding. This death metaphorically signifies a changing cultural and philosophical landscape, prompting introspection on humankind's direction without a divine framework.

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