Deacon Seraphim Rohlin

Deacon Seraphim Rohlin, an Orthodox scholar, delves into the intersections of magic, superstition, and Christianity in American culture. He explains how magic has persisted post-Reformation, despite efforts to eliminate ritual practices. The conversation includes the role of prayer as incantation, the historical roots of contemporary folk practices like 'granny magic,' and connections between treasure-hunting rituals and the rise of Mormonism. Rohlin also examines the blurred lines between self-serving manifestation and genuine prayer, revealing the ongoing need for enchantment in modern life.

Deacon Seraphim (Richard) Rohlin, an Orthodox deacon and CEO of Symbolic World Press, dives into the significance of heritage recovery and an enchanted Christian life. He discusses how modernity has fragmented shared experiences and contrasts ancient perceptions of time with contemporary views. Rohlin critiques the 1619 Project as a competing origin story and highlights the importance of feasts as portals to sacred time. He urges a return to practices like feasting and hospitality to transmit deep Christian patterns and restore community connections.