Carol Zaleski

Hamza Yusuf, an influential Islamic scholar, shares insights on death and the soul from a Sunni perspective, highlighting concepts of resurrection and judgment. Carol Zaleski, a religion scholar, delves into Christian notions of heaven, hell, and purgatory, questioning eternal punishment and exploring universal salvation. Tao Jiang, an expert in Buddhism, explains reincarnation, karma, and the transformative nature of nirvana. Lastly, philosopher Yujin Nagasawa tackles models of immortality, debating their desirability and the complexities of identity after death.

Prof. Carol Zaleski discusses how C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien's experiences in World War I and II influenced their iconic works, delving into themes of war, hope, and the triumph of good over evil. She explores the concepts of friendship, goodness, and faith in a besieged world, drawing parallels to the Church's community and medieval views of the universe.

Carol Zaleski, an expert in theology and philosophy, discusses the evolution of human burial practices, theological perspectives on immortality, including Christian views on resurrection and purgatory. The conversation delves into purgatory analogies in other religions and the historical evolution of purgatory in Christian thought and literature.