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The Best Of 2023: Part Two
The Rich Roll Podcast
Literalism vs Myth: The Metaphor of God
Literalism is criticized as being a terrible concept to rely on, while myth is praised for its ability to keep human beings alive. The idea of God is explained as a metaphor that transcends human thought categories, encompassing both being and non-being. This metaphorical representation of God is contrasted with the traditional image of an old man in the sky, which is considered a metaphor for a metaphor. Instead, God is described as a name given to the mystery to provide it with a form and understanding.
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