359 - John Vervaeke and Jordan Hall - Why Christianity?
The Symbolic World
Relationality Requires a Ground Beyond Relations
The nature of intelligibility and information is inherently relational, suggesting that a worldview emphasizing relationality is essential. However, it is critical to recognize that pure relationality cannot be fully substantiated as being foundational; one cannot derive relations purely from substances, nor can relations alone account for the existence of substances. Both relational and substantial ontologies present symmetrical arguments, indicating that there is a foundational element beneath both that enables their existence. This foundational aspect respects neither a strictly relational nor a purely substantial viewpoint, indicating a non-relational ground that allows both relations and substance to coexist. Furthermore, attempts to map reality through frameworks like the Trinity or Zen raise challenges, as reality’s complexity defies the creation of a singular, perfect mapping system. The pragmatic approach to mapping reality must acknowledge specific goals and contexts, affirming that no one map can claim absolute superiority over another.
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