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Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I discuss Dionysius's hierarchy of angels, Divine Revelation, and religion. Tell me what you think, and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores, and examines: - Angels as mediators of Divine Revelation - Similarity of religions and religious practices - God assigning angels or principalities over each nation - Universality of revelation - Every culture or religion received Divine Revelation -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I am discussing Viktor Frankl's concept of the spiritual unconscious and unconscious religiousness as well as his criticism of Carl Jung and Jungian archetypes. Tell me what you think, and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores, and examines: - Frankl's concept of of the spiritual unconscious and unconscious religiousness - What is the Spiritual Unconscious? - What is the unconscious religiousness? - What makes religion or religious experience authentic? - Frankl's criticism of Carl Jung and Jungian archetypes. - Possible origin or source of archetypes -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I am discussing Julian of Norwich's concept of God as mother and other aspect of the feminine and divinity in Catholic theology. Tell me what you think, and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores, and examines: - Julian of Norwich's notion of God as Mother - God as the totality and unity of fatherhood and motherhood - The Bible and other ancient religions on gods and goddesses - God as mother in scripture and tradition - How God is both mother and father to his creation and creatures - The symbolism of the feminine in relation to God - The Feminine and the Divine in Catholic Theology - Carl Jung on the Divine Feminine and it's necessity - Psychology and theology on femininity and divinity -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I am discussing the Easter Vigil "Exsultet" and the truly necessary sin of Adam and happy fault (Felix Culpa!). Tell me what you think, and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores, and examines: - The Necessary Sin of Adam - The meaning of necessity - Why God allowed Adam to sin - Why can the Fall be called "happy" - The Original World vs. the World of Redemption - Redemption and the Fall  - The higher state of being after the Fall -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses the gospel reading for the 2nd Sunday of Easter. Reading selection for Second Sunday of Easter - (Gospel): Jn 20:19-31 This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Saint Thomas's doubt - The nature of doubt - The relationship between doubt and faith - Doubt being a part of every act of faith - How those who are unbelievers also doubt - Faith as a form of knowledge and vision - Nature and meaning of faith Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040724.cfm -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses the significance of the Resurrection and the symbolism of the Easter Liturgy. This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Christ as the fulfillment of all archetypes and myths - The Sun and it's connection to Jesus Christ and the Resurrection - The cosmos and the Resurrection - Signs, symbols, and meaning of the Easter Liturgy - Death and Resurrection - Christianity belief is historical - The centrality and importance of the Resurrection

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I am discussing the hymns and poetry from the Good Friday liturgy. I will look at the cross as a mystery and the symbolism of the cross as well as connect it to Nietzsche's concept of the death of God. Tell me what you think, and join the discussion in the comments! T his episode discusses, explores, and examines: - Nietzsche's proclamation of the death of God and it's meaning - Death of God connected to Good Friday - The Cross as the central meaning of Christian Mystery - The Cross as a union of cosmos and the bible - The Cross as a cosmic and Biblical mystery - The Cross as the true Tree of Life and related to the Tree of Knowledge of Good and evil - The Cross as the hidden and divine plan to outwit the serpent - Jesus and Adam compared -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for Palm Sunday 2024. Reading selection for Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion - (First Reading): Is 50:4-7 - (Pslam): Ps 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 - (Second Reading): Phil 2:6-11 - (Gospel): Mk 14:1—15:47 This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Saint Paul's Christ-poem - Christ's divine humility and self-emptying - The Cross as a full revelation of the nature of God - The passion and death of Christ Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032424.cfm -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I am discussing original sin and psychology. Should psychology address original sin or ignore it? What role does the doctrine of original sin play in psychology? Is the doctrine helpful?   This episode discusses, explores, and examines: - Can psychology ignore, disregard, or reject original sin? - What is the place of original sin in psychology? - "Proving" original sin from effect to cause - Original sin as of practical importance for psychology - The necessity of recognizing man's fallen nature. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides Biblical commentary for the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, 2024. Reading selection for 5th Sunday in Lent: - (First Reading): Jer 31:31-34 - (Pslam): Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 14-15 - (Second Reading): Heb 5:7-9 - (Gospel): Jn 12:20-33 This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Christ the Logos - The background of Letter to the Hebrews - Christ as both human and divine - The connection of suffering and discipline - What "Christ being made perfect" means -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031724-YearB.cfm -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, I am discussing and answering a question that was submitted to me by email. I am addressing the question of man's hylomorphic nature: what part of man is material and what part is immaterial and how do these interact? What is the distinction between mind and brain activity? This episode discusses, explores, and examines: - Hylomorphism: Matter and form defined and explained - The nature of the body and the nature of the soul - How the body and soul interact with each other - Why the soul needs the body - Why the mind is not the same as the brain - How the mind is different than the brain -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, 2024. Reading selection for 4th Sunday in Lent: - (First Reading): 2 Chr 36:14-16, 19-23 - (Pslam): PS 137:1-2, 3, 4-5, 6 - (Second Reading): Eph 2:4-10 - (Gospel): Jn 3:14-21  This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Nietzsche's criticism of faith and works (sola fide and justification by faith alone) - The necessity of living the faith boldly and with concrete actions - Carl Jung on the imitation of Christ or the highest ideal - Saint John of the Cross on growing in the spiritual life is to imitate Christ - Imitation of Christ is the embodiment of faith -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031024-YearB.cfm -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today, we are discussing how analytical psychology, Carl Jung's psychology, can help us understand the psychological value of the Sacrament of Penance (Confession). Tell me what you think, and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores, and examines: -What is confession? -The nature of conscience -Examination of conscience -Self-Knowledge according to Carl Jung -Recognizing the shadow and projection of the shadow -Self-knowledge leads to knowledge of God and love of neighbor -Psychological value and impact of confession -The psychological difference between confessing to oneself or to another person -Methods for integrating the shadow -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the Third Sunday of Lent, 2024. Reading selection for 3rd Sunday in Lent: - (First Reading): Ex 20:1-17 - (Pslam): Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11 - (Second Reading): 1 Cor 1:22-25 - (Gospel): Jn 2:13-25 This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The meaning of "You shall not have other gods beside me" - The existence of other supernatural beings - The prohibition against images and idols - The meaning of Idolatry - Wisdom, Signs, and the Cross - Cleansing of the Temple as a foreshadowing of new worship - Worship vs. Idolatry -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030324-YearB.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today we are talking about the virtue of religion and Jordan Peterson's claim to "act as if God exists." Tell me what you think and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Virtue of Religion: Definition and meaning - How the virtue of religion differs from the virtue of faith - Religion as a "practice" and not a theory - What it means to act in a religious manner - Carl Jung's definition of religion as the relationship to the highest value - Carl Jung on religion and how everyone has a God, even Nietzsche - Applying the virtue of religion to Jordan Peterson - Analyzing the meaning of Jordan Peterson's claim to "act as if" God exists. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the Second Sunday of Lent, 2024. Reading selection for 2nd Sunday in Lent: - (First Reading): Gn 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18 - (Psalm): Ps 116:10, 15, 16-17, 18-19 - (Second Reading): Rom 8:31b-34 - (Gospel): Mk 9:2-10 This episode discusses, explores and examines: - My approach to Scriptural hermeneutics or method of interpretation (Bonus!) - Sacrifice as natural to man - The sacrifice or binding of Isaac - The meaning and archetype of sacrifice - Faith coupled with reason - The necessity of sacrifice in the spiritual life - The symbolism of Isaac - The connection of sacrifice and transfiguration - Passion leading to glory -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022524.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today we are talking Fr. Victor White's book "Soul and Psyche" and the integration of the shadow or integration of evil. Tell me what you think and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Integration of evil/shadow Jordan Peterson and Carl Jung - An analysis of Peterson's and Jung's integration of the shadow - What is meant by “evil”? - Philosophical definitions of evil - Evil as Privatio Boni or privation of the good - Carl Jung on evil and the archetype of the shadow - Saint Paul and mystics on the shadow - Evil we do vs. the evil of a thing - What it means to “accept” or “acknowledge” evil or the shadow - What is integration of the shadow/evil - What integration means from a philosophical or Christian perspective - Can Christians accept "integration of evil"? -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the First Sunday in Lent, 2024. Reading selection for 1st Sunday of Lent:  - (First Reading):  Gn 9:8-15 - (Pslam): Ps 25:4-9 - (Second Reading): 1 Pt 3:18-22 - (Gospel): Mk 1:12-15   This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The Renewal of the Covenant with Noah - The universal or cosmic covenant God makes with all creation - The typology of the Flood and it's connection to baptism - Hero's Journey and trials - The meaning and significance of temptation in the spiritual life - Symbolism and connection between the flood and the desert - Temptation as renewal and transformation  -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021824.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated    

Welcome to the Monday Muse where Lee Benson ruminates and explores various topics of interest! Today we are discussing Ash Wednesday and the purpose and meaning of "Mortification." Tell me what you think and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Freud's Eros and Thanatos instinct (for fun!) - The symbolism of ashes and death - The meaning, nature and purpose of "mortification" - Why we must "make dead" our habits and attachments - How we perceive our attachments  - Where is God? What it means to search for God  - The purpose of giving things up for Lent! -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2024. Reading selection for 6th Sunday Ordinary Time: - (First Reading): Lv 13:1-2, 44-46 - (Pslam): Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11 - (Second Reading): 1 Cor 10:31—11:1 - (Gospel): Mk 1:40-45   This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The three categories in the Israelite camp: Holy, Clean, and Unclean - What does it mean to be "Holy" for the Israelites - The nature and meaning of "unclean" - The relationship between "Holy and unclean" - Symbolism of "outside" - The concept of alienation - Symbolism of Leprosy - Jesus has above and beyond the Law - What it means to approach the holy - Christ as the holy Tabernacle dwelling among us -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021124.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today we are talking Fr. Victor White's book "Soul and Psyche."  Tell me what you think and join the discussion in the comments! This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The modern failure of religion and possible causes - How depth-psychology can help understand the failure of religion - Why people walk away from the faith - Failure of religion because of a failure to give the appropriate images of religion and God  - The importance of the right religious images - The lasting impact of religious images and ideas connected ot them - Man as a naturally a religious being  -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the  Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2024. Reading selection for 5th Sunday Ordinary Time: - (First Reading): Job 7:1-4, 6-7 - (Pslam): Ps 147:1-2, 3-4, 5-7 - (Second Reading): 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22-23 - (Gospel): Mk 1:29-39 This episode discusses, explores and examines: The nature of hope and despair Despair as against man's nature to desire fulfillment Viktor Frankl's will to meaning Happiness as a by product of meaning, not an aim Finding purpose and meaning in suffering Saint John of the Cross on the necessity of suffering for union with God The need to suffer well in hope and faith Suffering as a source for humility God's goodness, love, and power revealed in suffering How God's goodness and love can co-exist even with the presence of suffering Suffering brings God to us -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020424.cfm --  Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today we are talking Fr. Victor White's book "Soul and Psyche."  This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The "therapy" conversation right now - Man's metaphysical needs: meaning, understanding his place in the universe and his destiny - Anthropology and psychological treatment - Consideration of man's religious being in psychology - How everyone has a life philosophy, whether conscious or unconscious - Jung's unique contribution to psychology: collective unconscious and archetypes - The clash of religion and psychology -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and I will answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Me: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2024. These scripture readings come from the Roman Catholic lectionary for Sunday Mass readings.    This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The nature of prophets, prophecy, and mediation  - Further Old Testament backgrounds for both the Psalm and first reading  - What it means to "tempt" God - Virtue of religion and serving God without distraction - Universal call to holiness and contemplation  - Listening to the voice of God in prayer - What is an unclean spirit compared to just a demon - Archetypal priests and prophets    -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/012824.cfm --  Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse! Today we are talking Fr. Victor White's book "Soul and Psyche."    This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Fr. Victor White's approach to psychology - The possible integration of Jungian psychology and Catholic theology - The common ground between religion and psychology - The meaning of "psyche" and "soul" - Is there a distinction between mind and soul? -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2024.   This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Necessity of faith embodied in concrete actions - Faith must be coupled with repentance - Why faith by itself is not enough, repentance is needed - Prayer and providence - Metaphorical language for God: How does God "repent?" - The meaning and essence of detachment - The symbolism of fish and fishers of men  - Demands of the Gospel and following Christ - What it means to hear the call of Christ and respond      -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/012124.cfm --  Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse where Lee Benson ruminates and explores various topics of interest from his Monday Substack article. Find more here: https://thisromancatholiclife.substack.com This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Tertullian's "Anima naturaliter Christiana" and it's meaning - The soul as the seedbed for universal archetypes  - Carl Jung's use of anima naturaliter Christian - Jung's belief that the psyche possessed a religious function  - Anthropological proofs for the existence of God - Man as a religious being -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the 2nd Sunday Ordinary Time, 2024. This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Symbolism and meaning of sleep - Divine calls - How Christ calls us and how we listen to the call of God - Suffering as a call - The Hero's Journey and call to Adventure  - The body and soul as a temple of God - The "eternal question" asked by Jesus Christ to everyone  -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011424.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse where Lee Benson ruminates and explores various topics of interest from his Monday Substack article. Find more here: https://thisromancatholiclife.substack.com This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Universal Water Symbolism - Symbols for Water and their meaning - Immersion and Flood Motifs  - Pre-Christian Water Symbols - The Church Fathers on Water Symbolism - Archetypal Patterns Belonging to All People - Did Christian's Steal Baptism or Not? - The Baptism of Jesus Christ  -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson discusses and provides scripture commentary for the readings for the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, 2024  This episode discusses, explores and examines: - Jersaulem as "Axis Mundi" or Center of the World - What Saint Paul means by "mystery" - The cultural and religious context of "mystery"  - Who were the Magi? - What was the star the Magi saw?   -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/010724.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Welcome to the Monday Muse where Lee Benson ruminates and explores various topics of interesting from his Monday Substack article. Find more here: https://thisromancatholiclife.substack.com This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The Feast of Mary, Mother of God - The Greek word "Symballo" an it's connection to contemplation - Symbolism of the Feminine - The soul as feminine in relation to God - The call of every Christian to be "a mother of God" - Motherhood and the New Year -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for Christmas, 2023  -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/123123.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for Christmas, 2023 But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The Octave of Christmas and the First Martyr Saint Stephen. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122523-Day.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The O Antiphons - Chapters - (0:00) Introduction (0:32) The the Sacred and the Profane: The O Antiphons (6:10) First Reading (16:12) Psalm (19:34) Second Reading (24:02) The Gospel -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122423.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Saint John of the Cross and Adventide Saints - Chapters - (0:00) Introduction (0:37) The Sacred and the Profane: Saint John of the Cross and Adventide Saints (13:00) First Reading ( 26:54) Psalm (35:54 Second Reading (50:03) The Gospel -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121723.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Matt Hylom to discuss and comment on the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent. This episode discusses, explores and examines: - The revelation of the glory of the Lord - The symbolic meaning of cosmic destruction - The cosmic baptism or destruction in 2 Peter   - The image and meaning of a new heaven and new earth - Preparing now for the second coming - Symbolism and meaning of camel hair clothing, locust, and honey - Symbolism of the desert and wilderness vs. the city - The importance of the Jordan River - The role of the prophet and St. John the Baptist But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and Shane Gillis - Chapters - (0:00) Introduction (1:04) The Sacred and the Profane: The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception and Shane Gillis (7:22) First Reading (14:17) Psalm (20:34) Second Reading (28:43) The Gospel -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121023.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated  

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the first Sunday of Advent. This episode discusses the nature and meaning of the season of Advent; how are we supposed to celebrate Advent; the nature of sacred time, to re-live the past, but with eyes on the future coming; the threefold coming of Jesus Christ; why wandering is a symbol of sin; What it means to wait for the Lord; the great significance of Jesus Christ's Incarnation But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Liturgical Seasons, Advent, and sacred time. - Chapters - (0:00) Introduction (0:40) Sacred and Profane: Advent Season  (12:55) Collect of the Mass (15:52) First Reading (29:52) Psalm (37:56) Second Reading  (48:16) The Gospel -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120323.cfm -- uFollow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. This episode discusses the symbolism of the shepherd, King, and Son of Man; the Final Judgment, What it means for Christ to be in the least of his brothers; Christ's kingship and kingdom; the connection of all humanity in Christ and how it is transformed; The symbolism Unity and Multiplicity. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Pope Pius XI, Quas Primas and World War One. - Chapters - (0:00) Introduction (1:04) Sacred and Profane - History of the Feast of Christ the King and World War One (9:43) First Reading (15:33) Psalm (21:56) Second Reading (35:04) The Gospel -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112623.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses three types of fear, human, servile, and fear of the Lord; what it means to bear fruit; the soul as archetypally feminine; the differences between children of light and darkness; the faithful, good, useful servant versus the wicked, lazy, useless servant; the symbolism and meaning of the Parable of the Talents. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Saint Albert the Great and insomnia. - Chapters - (0:00) Introduction (0:54) Sacred and Profane (8:08) Themes and background concepts (11:45) First Reading - Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31  (19:05) Psalm 128:1-2, 3, 4-5 (31:51) Second Reading - 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6  (39:53) The Gospel - Matthew 25:14-30 -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/111923.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the virtue and gift of wisdom, the symbol and archetype of wisdom personified as feminine, that Christians should unite grief and hope and unpack the various symbols, meanings, and interpretations of the parable of the wise and foolish virgins. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Saint Martin, Martinmas, and celebrating Christmas too early. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/111223.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses hypocrisy, the meaning of authenticity, how humility fights the desire to grasp power, the importance of self-sacrificial servanthood.  But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Allhallowtide, All Saints and All Souls Day  -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/110523.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down for an interview with the Jewish Catholic. Lee and Daniel discuss Daniel's journey to Catholicism and his eventual conversion to the faith. Additionally, they discuss the Jewish roots of many of Catholicism's doctrines, beliefs, and faith practices and the importance of understanding the Jewish roots of Catholicism.  You can follow the Jewish Catholic on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJewishCatholic

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the importance of remembering the favors of God; The Divine foundation for love of neighbor; What is the precept of charity; What it means to love God and neighbor But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Halloween and Dune -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102923.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the unlikely hero and peculiar figure of King Cyrus and his importance in salvation history; how God works through history and the political and how He uses non-Israelites to bring about the kingdom; the theological virtues in the midst of suffering; the importance of not confusing God and politics; What it means to render to God what belongs to God. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Saint Luke, the North American Martyrs and the weather finally growing cold. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102223.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the Biblical symbolism of banquets, the final judgment, the necessity of having faith infused with charity, and the need for continual conversion and repentance. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: Ignatian Spiritual Principles and the experience of having your car towed away. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101523.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Matthew Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the meaning of gratitude, remembrance, and forgetfulness as it relates God's covenant and the parable of the vineyard tenants. In addition, they discuss the relationship between prayer, anxiety, and peace and the importance of practicing virtue. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The Feasts of Saint Therese and Saint Francis and Oktoberfest beer. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100823.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the meaning and purpose of repentance, imitation, and participation in the life of Christ, and the need to embody and live one's faith. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The Feast of the Archangels and dining in an old church. -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100123.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses what it means to seek God and find God, the sin of envy, and the generosity and seeming paradoxical ways of God. But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The Feast of Saint Matthew and Apple worships Mother Nature. Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092423.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses the nature and meaning of Christian forgiveness. Is there a limit to Christian forgiveness? What is required in Christian forgiveness? Do we forgive and forget? But first, the Sacred and the Profane: The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross and finally playing Starfield. Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091723.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres in this bonus episode to discuss the readings for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. This episode discusses the symbolism and meaning of the bronze serpent, the Christ-poem of Jesus' humiliation and exaltation, and why Jesus connects his cross to the bronze serpent. Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast! -- You can find the readings for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091423.cfm -- Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated

Lee Benson sits down with Fr. Jonathan Torres to discuss and comment on the readings for the Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A. This episode discusses what it means to admonish the sinner, the two-fold precept of charity to love God and love your neighbor, and the importance of unity. -- You can find the readings here:  https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091023.cfm -- Submit questions to BasicallyRelatedPodcast@gmail.com, and we'll answer them on the podcast!    Follow Us: https://linktr.ee/basicallyrelated