Simon Kennedy

Simon Kennedy, a research fellow at the University of Queensland and associate editor of Quadrant Magazine, challenges the fixation on 'Christian worldview' in education. He argues that prioritizing biblical wisdom over worldview can better shape Christian thinkers. Kennedy highlights how wisdom and morality intertwine, discussing the implications of teaching practices and the role of catechism. He also delves into the evolution of cosmology and its impacts on our understanding of faith, exposing the complexity of navigating law and morality in today’s society.

Simon Kennedy, a scholar exploring the prehistory of social contract ideas, dives deep into the evolution of political thought. He traces concepts from ancient thinkers like Plato and Aristotle to the transformative ideas of Hobbes and Locke. Highlights include the shift from divine to secular political authority and the contrasting views on self-preservation between Hobbes's individualism and Locke's collective humanity. The discussion also examines the complex relationship between politics, morality, and the divine, reflecting on the implications for modern governance.