Novelty, Antiquity, and Agrippa with Mat Dragonstone
Arnemancy
Navigating the Evolution of Christian Writings
Christian writings have evolved over time with different groups introducing new perspectives and themes. During Agrippa's time, there was a concept of a cyclic pattern where creation starts close to God, descends into chaos, and then resets. This theme was influenced by the contemporary movements like that of Martin Luther and the Calvinists, who advocated for a return to the roots of Christianity, claiming a better state before the Catholic Church. The clash between appealing to tradition and novelty shaped the discourse within European Christianity during that period.
00:00
Transcript
Play full episode
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
