The Bible For Normal People Episode 90: Richard Rohr - The (Biblical) Universal Christ
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Jun 3, 2019 
In this engaging discussion, Richard Rohr, a Franciscan friar and ecumenical teacher, delves into the concept of the 'universal Christ.' He highlights the need for broader theological education and the importance of personal experience in understanding faith. Rohr explores how this perspective challenges traditional interpretations and emphasizes interconnectedness with creation. He also discusses the complexities of universalism, financial responsibility, and the evolution of Christian thought, ultimately advocating for a more holistic approach to spirituality and social issues.
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Tricycle Model For Knowing
- Richard Rohr frames spiritual knowing as a tricycle: experience as the front wheel, scripture and tradition as the two back wheels.
- Balanced interplay between experience, scripture, and tradition produces a more holistic spiritual understanding.
Paul's 'In Christ' Is Cosmic
- Rohr argues the 'Christ' concept in Paul identifies a corporate, cosmic presence active before Jesus' human life.
- He reads Paul's 'in Christ' language as pointing to a universal mystery, not merely Jesus' surname.
Francis' Brother-Sister Creation Example
- Rohr recounts Francis of Assisi addressing creation as 'sister' and 'brother' and how intellectuals gave it theological depth.
- That Franciscan view led theologians to locate Christ within all creation, not only in Jesus of Nazareth.
