Peter Thiel on Political Theology
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Avoid Scapegoating and Embrace Intellectual Engagement
Scapegoating Mr. God for everything and denying personal responsibility is not a valid argument. Opposing Calvinism is justified on anthropological grounds by avoiding scapegoating. The speaker believes in making sense of the world and engaging intellectually, which is hindered by the core Calvinist belief of human depravity impairing one's ability to think. The distinction between intellect and will is crucial according to the speaker, favoring the power of intellect over will. Effective altruists and East Bay rationalists are mentioned as groups with beliefs closer to Calvinism due to their intellectual approach.
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