Podcasts about Secularization

TESTO DELL'ARTICOLO ➜ https://www.bastabugie.it/9828RIVOLUZIONE SESSUALE, IL VIRUS CHE HA INFETTATO L'OCCIDENTEL'Ungheria di Orbán prova a guarire, Bruxelles preferisce la malattia e grida al fascismodi Francesca Romana Poleggi L'immagine in evidenza mostra una croce disegnata in cielo dall'aeronautica sul Parlamento di Budapest, in occasione della festa nazionale del 20 agosto scorso, che esprime l'orgoglio dell'Ungheria di essere una nazione cristiana, grazie a Santo Stefano, dall'anno 1000.Viktor Orbàn, Primo Ministro ungherese, è uno dei più odiati dai media e dalle élite globaliste e progressiste europee e internazionali: un recente articolo di Jonathon Van Maren (un giornalista canadese che scrive per europeanconservative.com) ci fa capire perché.Da almeno dieci anni Orbàn - che è di religione Calvinista - promuove nel suo Paese la "democrazia cristiana" (niente a che vedere con il noto partito scudocrociato italiano). Sa bene che nessun governo può rendere cristiano il popolo. La sua "democrazia cristiana" non si occupa di difendere gli articoli di fede o la religione. "Democrazia cristiana" significa proteggere lo stile di vita che scaturisce dalla cultura cristiana e in particolare la dignità umana, la famiglia e la nazione - perché il cristianesimo non cerca l'universalità attraverso l'abolizione delle nazioni, ma attraverso la loro conservazione.Questi i cinque principi fondamentali della democrazia cristiana di Orbàn:1) difendere la cultura cristiana e riservarsi il diritto di rifiutare le ideologie multiculturali,2) difendere la famiglia naturale e il diritto di ogni bambino a una madre e un padre,3) difendere i settori economici e i mercati strategici nazionali,4) difendere i propri confini e riservarsi il diritto di respingere l'immigrazione,5) insistere sul principio che a ogni nazione spetti un voto sulle questioni più importanti discusse in sede di Unione Europea.La visione di Orbán è stata facilmente bollata come "nazionalista" (o "sovranista" e con altri epiteti considerati più o meno offensivi e dispregiativi) e molto criticata dall'élite di un'Europa che ha rinnegato le sue radici cristiane e promuove una "società aperta" senza confini, fluida in tutto e per tutto. Un'Europa che sta perdendo le identità, le tradizioni dei popoli a favore delle culture degli immigrati (islamici) che devono essere accolti senza se e senza ma, un'Europa in cui "famiglia" è ormai qualsiasi forma di convivenza facoltativa e fluida. L'AGENDA CONSERVATRICE DI ORBÁN HA POSTO L'UNGHERIA SU UNA STRADA DIVERSALa Costituzione ungherese del 2011 afferma che lo Stato "protegge l'istituzione del matrimonio come unione di un uomo e una donna stabilita per decisione volontaria, e la famiglia come base della sopravvivenza della nazione". Inoltre, afferma che "I legami familiari si basano sul matrimonio o sul rapporto tra genitori e figli", e sottolinea che "l'Ungheria sostiene l'impegno ad avere figli", e che: "la dignità umana è inviolabile. Ogni essere umano ha diritto alla vita e alla dignità umana; la vita del feto è protetta fin dal momento del concepimento".Una serie di politiche a favore del matrimonio e dell'infanzia ha implementato effettivamente questi principi costituzionali. Il tasso di matrimoni è raddoppiato tra il 2010 e il 2021; i divorzi si sono dimezzati. Sebbene l'aborto sia ancora legale in Ungheria fino a 12 settimane - il governo riconosce che un divieto, pur essendo costituzionalmente valido, non gode ancora di sufficiente sostegno pubblico - gli aborti si si sono dimezzati, e anche tra le adolescenti tasso di abortività è in diminuzione. La politica di promozione della famiglia ha comportato logicamente e coerentemente una fiera battaglia alla rivoluzione sessuale. Una legge vieta la propaganda sessuale LGBT tra i minori dal 2021 e le manifestazioni oscene ai gaypride.Un emendamento costituzionale approvato ad aprile ha affermato l'esistenza di solo due sessi. Il cambio di genere è stato dichiarato illegale nel 2020.I critici insistono sul fatto che si tratti di un attacco alla democrazia, ma gli Ungheresi sostengono massicciamemte le politiche del governo.Il progetto di Orbán appare illiberale alle élite globaliste perché, a partire dagli anni '60, le società occidentali sono state letteralmente sconvolte dalla rivoluzione sessuale. La secolarizzazione e la scristianizzazione dell'Europa dipendono certamente dalla filosofia illuminista, dallo scientismo darwiniano, dal consumismo e anche dagli orrori sanguinosi del XX secolo, spiega Van Maren. Ma non solo.Come osserva Mary Eberstadt ("How the West Really Lost God: A New Theory of Secularization"), la Seconda Guerra Mondiale fu seguita da un boom religioso fino all'inizio degli anni '60 in tutto il mondo occidentale, anche in società che ora sono totalmente scristianizzate, come la Nuova Zelanda, l'Australia, il Canada.La perdita della fede è stata successiva, collettiva e drammatica, accelerata senz'altro negli anni '60: la rivoluzione sessuale ha infettato le famiglie e queste hanno smesso di frequentare le chiese.I DANNI DELLA RIVOLUZIONE SESSUALECiò che si suppone comunemente è che le persone religiose abbiano maggiori probabilità di avere una famiglia (numerosa). Eberstadt, invece, sostiene che è la vita di famiglia con la condivisione di nascita, morte, sacrificio di sé che spinge le persone ad andare in chiesa. La vita familiare incoraggia la vita religiosa perché madri e padri cercano sostegno nella comunità e nella fede, e cercano un quadro trascendente che dia un senso alla stessa vita familiare con tutte le sue vicissitudini (e difficoltà).Come ci si può aspettare che i giovani di oggi abbraccino il cristianesimo quando, a causa di famiglie sempre più assenti e insignificanti, non hanno mai tenuto in braccio un bambino, accudito un anziano, partecipato a un funerale?Wilhelm Reich, che coniò l'espressione "rivoluzione sessuale", predisse tutto questo. Credeva che tutte le libertà derivassero dalla libertà sessuale e pronosticò che con la completa liberazione sessuale la famiglia e la religione sarebbero presto scomparse.Allora, le politiche di Orbàn che incoraggiano, incentivano e proteggono la famiglia naturale costruiscono una nazione di famiglie con figli, una nazione che, umanamente parlando, è un terreno fertile per il ritorno del cristianesimo.Nessun governo può tentare una "cristianizzazione" del proprio Paese, ma può onorare la propria eredità cristiana e orientare le proprie politiche in tal senso.Negli ultimi quindici anni, l'Ungheria è stata impegnata in politiche pro-vita e pro-famiglia da un lato, e in una ferma resistenza alla colonizzazione della rivoluzione sessuale (anche quella con la bandiera arcobaleno) dall'altro. I risultati che questo esperimento ha prodotto finora sono incoraggianti.Se questi risultati persistono, la visione di Orbán per una "democrazia cristiana" potrebbe essere un modello per i politici conservatori di tutto il continente, conclude Van Maren.Può darsi che abbia ragione.Ma noi cittadini abbiamo il sacrosanto dovere di far sentire i nostri politici, che finora si sono mostrati piuttosto esitanti e timorosi, sostenuti da una maggioranza solida e non più silenziosa.

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Christian Smith, exploring his work and the themes of his book, Why Religion Went Obsolete: The Demise of Traditional Faith in America._____LINKShttps://christiansmith.nd.edu/https://www.lovechildrenplanet.com/events/it-has-to-be-read-why-religion-went-obsolete-the-demise-of-traditional-faith-in-america-by-christian-smith_____I have had the pleasure of talking to some of the leading authors, artists, activists, and change-makers of our time on this podcast, and I want to personally thank you for subscribing, listening, and sharing 100-plus episodes over 100,000 times.Please subscribe to this Podcast, In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer, on your favorite platform, and to my Substack, It Has to Be Said. Thanks! Every subscription helps create, build, sustain and put voice to this movement for truth. Subscribe to It Has to Be Said. Support the show_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy. Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Substack, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and YouTube. https://frankschaeffer.substack.comhttps://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.instagram.com/frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.threads.net/@frank_schaeffer_arthttps://www.tiktok.com/@frank_schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTube In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer Podcast

What if stepping into a voting booth is less about freedom and more about forcing your will on your neighbor? Craig sits down with writer Jeb Smith to wrestle with a question many Christians and libertarians rarely stop to ask: Is voting consistent with the values we claim to hold? Jeb, author of Is Libertarianism Consistent with Voting?, argues that casting a ballot contradicts the very heart of libertarian “live and let live” principles. And for Christians, the stakes are even higher. Jesus never told us to hand power over our neighbors to Caesar. He called us to serve, not to rule. The conversation digs into how politics twists even kind and gentle people into something unrecognizable, why voting legitimizes a corrupt system built on coercion, and how stepping away from political participation might actually free us to love our neighbors better. As Jeb puts it, “Since I stopped voting, I get along with people much better, even those with completely different political opinions.” This isn't just another debate about left vs. right. It's a challenge to reimagine what it means to follow Christ in a world obsessed with power. Tune in, and ask yourself honestly: are you serving Christ when you pull that lever, or are you just baptizing Caesar's game with Christian language?  

What does it mean to belong to the Jewish people in an era of deepening division?In this thought-provoking episode of the Z3 Podcast, host Rabbi Amitai Fraiman is joined by Rabbi Shai Held and Dr. Mijal Bitton as they dive into an expansive conversation on Jewish identity, communal leadership, and the challenges of navigating ideological diversity, especially in the wake of October 7. Together, they grapple with tensions between inclusion and boundary-setting, the evolving role of Israel in Jewish life, and what it means to foster belonging in both liberal and traditional communities. This is a candid and deeply reflective dialogue on the enduring commitment to Klal Yisrael. Watch now to dive into this meaningful conversation between Jewish communal leaders.About Our GuestsDr. Mijal Bitton is a spiritual leader, public intellectual, and sociologist. She serves as the Rosh Kehilla of the Downtown Minyan in NYC and is Scholar in Residence at the Maimonides Fund. A Visiting Researcher at NYU Wagner, she directs pioneering research on Sephardic and Mizrahi Jews in the United States. Bitton is an alumna of the Wexner Graduate Fellowship, a New Pluralist Field Builder, and a Sacks Scholar. In the wake of October 7, she is deeply committed to renewing Jewish solidarity and building vibrant, inclusive Jewish life. She was a featured speaker at the historic March for Israel in Washington, D.C. She co-hosts the podcast Wondering Jews and shares weekly reflections on Jewish life, identity, and resilience in her Substack newsletter, Committed.Rabbi Shai Held, one of the most influential Jewish thinkers and leaders in America, is President and Dean of the Hadar Institute in New York City. Rabbi Held received the prestigious Covenant Award for Excellence in Jewish Education, and has been named multiple times to Newsweek's list of the most influential rabbis in America and to the Forward's list of the most prominent Jews in the world. He is the author of Abraham Joshua Heschel: The Call of Transcendence (2013) and The Heart of Torah: Essays on the Weekly Torah Portion (2017). His new book, Judaism is About Love, was published by Farrar, Straus, & Giroux in March 2024.Chapters(00:00) Introduction(10:48) Understanding Community and Leadership(16:45) Redefining Love and Enemies(22:50) Softening the Binary in Community Conversations(28:54) Humanity in Political Discourse(35:52) The Nature of Ideological Boundaries(43:49) The Complexity of Gatekeeping in Jewish Identity(48:52) Secularization and the Role of Israel in Jewish Life(55:52) Balancing Community Standards and Inclusivity(01:01:57) Navigating Complex Identities and Boundaries(01:06:49) The Challenge of Inclusivity in American Jewish Life(01:19:46) Finding Hope Amidst Challenges in Jewish Communities

The Radical Contraction and expansion of Ancient Israelite Religion The book of Deuteronomy presents a radical shift in religious practice that continues to shape modern Judaism and beyond. Far from expanding religious institutions as empires typically do, Deuteronomy takes the surprising approach of contracting and centralizing worship while simultaneously broadening its reach into everyday life. This week's Torah portion, Re'eh, highlights this revolutionary approach. It restricts temple worship to a single location and forbids importing practices from other cultures. At first glance, this seems counterintuitive. Why limit religious expression when entering a new land? Key Takeaways Deuteronomy proposes a unique path that refuses both colonization and cultural blending The centralization of worship and prohibition of foreign practices creates a religious vacuum This approach leads to a transformation of holiness from specific locations to everyday life Timestamps [00:00:00] The radical shift in Deuteronomy – centralizing worship and banning outside practices [00:02:52] Why centralized worship was so controversial [00:04:28] Should destroyed cultures still influence us? [00:07:22] Why Israelites were tempted by idols [00:09:28] Borrowing rituals from other religions [00:12:39] Contracting Judaism as expansion begins [00:16:39] Religion beyond the land of Israel [00:19:41] The diaspora's role in the covenant [00:22:42] Sacralization vs. secularization of daily life [00:27:54] Final reflections and closing blessings Links & Learnings Sign up for free and get more from our weekly newsletter https://madlik.com/ Safaria Source Sheet: https://www.sefaria.org/sheets/668904 Transcript here: https://madlik.substack.com/

In this seventh episode of the Voices of JHIL podcast, we are talking to Christoph Stumpf about his article “Christian and Islamic Traditions of Public International Law,“ published in JHIL 7(1) (2005), 69–80. Together with Professor Stumpf, we explore Christian and Islamic religion in their functions as foundations to international legal systems, and we trace the process of secularization in law throughout history. Are there similarities between legal and religious interpretation techniques? How is religion still relevant in current international law? Tune in to find out! Guest:Prof. Dr. Christoph Stumpf – Lawyer and Partner of the law firm Curacon, Hamburg. https://www.curacon.de/expert-innen/info/89-christoph-stumpf/  Hosts: Dr. Raphael Schäfer - https://www.mpil.de/en/pub/institute/personnel/academic-staff/rschaefe.cfmSylvia Wu - Part of JHIL's Student Assistant Team with Amaya Gandy  Music: Serge Quadrado Music – Cinematic JazzLesFM – Acoustic Guitar Indie Background Music for VideosSamuelFrancisJohnson – Lifting GuitarMr Pleasure – BurnishedBronze  Find us on Social Media: https://linktr.ee/jhil_rhdi 

This is Thinking in Public, a program dedicated to intelligent conversation about frontline theological and cultural issues with the people who are shaping them.In this edition of the popular podcast series “Thinking in Public,” Albert Mohler speaks with William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Sociology and Director of the Center for the Study of Religion and Society at the University of Notre Dame, Christian Smith. They discuss his latest book, “Why Religion Went Obsolete: The Demise of Traditional Faith in America.”If you enjoyed this episode of Thinking in Public, you can find many more of these conversations here.You can purchase “Why Religion Went Obsolete” here.Sign up to receive every new Thinking in Public release in your inbox.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.

This episode is a live recording from a recent SAND Community Gathering (April 2025) facilitated by Jungwon Kim. Join Buddhist scholars and activists Rev. Duncan Ryūken Williams, Ph.D. and Funie Hsu/Chhî, Ph.D. for an illuminating dialogue exploring the intersection of Buddhist practice and social transformation. This conversation weaves together Buddhism, remembrance, healing, and liberation, examining how the dharma offers both a path to personal awakening and Social-Spiritual Liberation. Our guests shared how Buddhist teachings help transform grief into connection, particularly in response to racially motivated violence against Asian American communities. The conversation challenged conventional Western Buddhist approaches to Secularization and Individual Awakening. Duncan Ryuken Williams is a Professor of Religion and the Director of the Shinso Ito Center for Japanese Religions and Culture at the University of Southern California; previously, Chairman of Japanese Buddhism at UC Berkeley, Director of Berkeley's Center for Japanese Studies, and Buddhist chaplain at Harvard University where he received his Ph.D. An ordained priest since 1993 in the Soto Zen tradition, he received Dharma transmission in 2024 at Kotakuji Temple, Japan. His latest book, American Sutra: A Story of Faith and Freedom in the Second World War, an LA Times bestseller, won the 2022 Grawemeyer Religion Award. He also wrote The Other Side of Zen . Funie Hsu/Chhî, Ph.D. is a transdisciplinary scholar from a working class, Taiwanese-American family, raised in a Taiwanese Humanistic Buddhist tradition. Her work melds American, Asian-American, Buddhist, and Taiwan Studies. Currently Associate Professor of American Studies at San Jose State University, she received a Ph.D. in Education with an emphasis in Women, Gender, and Sexuality from UC Berkeley. Aspects of her work explore issues of language, education and colonialism. She is a co-organizer of May We Gather, a national Buddhist memorial ceremony for Asian American ancestors and a former Board Member of the Buddhist Peace Fellowship where she advocated for the recognition of Asian American heritage Buddhist communities in the organization and beyond. Jungwon Kim is an award-winning writer and cultural worker. She is also a communications leader, organizational strategy consultant, and journalist who has dedicated her professional life to human rights and environmental advocacy. As Head of Creative & Editorial at the Rainforest Alliance, she directed a multimedia team of writers, videographers, and graphic designers. Earlier in her career, she served as the editor of Amnesty International USA's human rights quarterly that featured the work of award-winning journalists and documentary photographers (circulation 300,000). She began her storytelling career as a newspaper reporter, magazine editor, and on-air correspondent for nationally syndicated public radio programs. Topics 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:41 Introducing the Conversation Topic 01:36 Meet Jungwon Kim 03:20 Introducing the Guests: Funie Hsu/Chhî, and Duncan Ryuken Williams 06:30 Funie Hsu/Chhî's Path to Buddhism 10:19 Duncan Ryuken Williams' Path to Buddhism 13:02 Buddhism as a Cultural Ecosystem 22:16 May We Gather: A Collective Healing Initiative 32:42 Decolonizing Buddhist Practice 37:07 Lessons from Japanese American Buddhists 44:48 Bridging the Gap in American Buddhism 58:02 Concluding Thoughts and Reflections Support the mission of SAND and the production of this podcast by becoming a SAND Member

Donald Trump launched a global trade war because he thinks America's trade deficit makes us “losers,” but does he even understand what a trade deficit is? Phil introduces a new segment full of statistics that make Kaitlyn and Skye groan. And they discuss David Brooks' new article in The Atlantic, which compares this moment in U.S. history to the era of Andrew Jackson, and offers hope for what may come after MAGA. Skye interviews Jonathan Rauch about his new book, “Cross Purposes.” Rauch, an atheist, says his antagonism toward Christianity changed when he came to see how vital it is to American democracy and why evangelicals' failure to follow Jesus is putting the whole country at risk.   Holy Post Plus: Bonus Interview with Jonathan Rauch https://www.patreon.com/posts/125941930/   Ad-Free Version of this Episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/126225451/ 0:00 - Show Starts   3:05 - Theme Song   3:30 - Sponsor - BetterHelp - This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/HOLYPOST and get 10% off your first month   4:35 - Sponsor - Blueland - Get up to 25% off your first order by going to https://www.Blueland.com/HOLYPOST   7:12 - Stock Market Crash!   15:49 - How Idols Steal from Us   20:36 - DEI Removal   27:50 - Nihilism   41:20 - How Do Things Get Better?   48:18 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   49:22 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at https://www.rocketmoney.com/HOLYPOST   50:30 - Interview   55:04 - Secularization's Consequences   1:06:22 - Christianity as an Exilic Religion   1:15:20 - Evangelism as Market-Driven Religion   1:26:52 - End Credits   Links from News Segment: David Brooks Article: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2025/05/trumpism-maga-populism-power-pursuit/682116/   Other Resources: Cross Purposes: Christianity's Broken Bargain with Democracy by Jonathan Rauch: https://a.co/d/8Zl4bvs   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

External forces of the modern era such as political & economic changes, emancipation, the collapse of the kahal autonomy, technological advancement, wars, urbanization & immigration, led to the mass secularization of the Jewish People in the modern era. Conversely Orthodoxy was defined and strengthened through confronting its struggles during this time. Many non-orthodox internal Jewish movements arose over the course of the 18th-20th centuries, each one attempting to redefine Jewish identity in the modern era. While most Jews secularized and assimilated, various internal Jewish movements from Reform & Haskala to Jewish nationalism, attempted to create an alternative sense of Jewish identity for modern times.   Subscribe to Jewish History Soundbites Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ or your favorite podcast platform Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites For sponsorship opportunities about your favorite topics of Jewish history or feedback contact Yehuda at:  yehuda@yehudageberer.com  

The secularization of the Jewish People in the modern era really begins as a slow but growing trend within the communities of the Spanish Jewish diaspora of northern Europe in the 16th century. In the pre modern era, the legally backed autonomy of the Kahal – the Jewish autonomous communal structure, ensured that at least externally and superficially, the Jewish individual maintained a nominal Jewish religious identity and mode of observance. With the advent of the modern era, the rise of the nation-state, with its view of the individual citizen as an entity, the kahal lost its autonomous jurisdiction, religious affiliation was no longer the sole arbiter of identity, and secularism became possible for the first time in European history. As religious observance became a matter of personal choice, this voluntary association emerged as a defensive posture, which ultimately strengthened orthodox identity. Changes in legislation – especially emancipation and compulsory education laws – and the massive immigration to the United States at the turn of the 19th & 20th centuries, led to large swaths of Jewry embracing secularization in a growing trend which was bereft of ideology, leadership or a formal platform. It was rather a function of modernity, and its reality of integration into surrounding society.   Subscribe to Jewish History Soundbites Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ or your favorite podcast platform Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites For sponsorship opportunities about your favorite topics of Jewish history or feedback contact Yehuda at:  yehuda@yehudageberer.com  

Rev. Dr. Ross Lockhart is dean of St. Andrew's Hall and professor of Mission Studies at Vancouver School of Theology. He is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church in Canada. Noticing that fewer and fewer people are interested in Christianity, Ross uses his doctrinal research to ask, "What, then, does church mission look like?" He shares that as Canada moves further toward secularization with its history of colonialism, the question is no longer, is Christianity true? but rather, is Christianity any good?

Hour 1 for 2/7/25 Prof. Teresa Collett joined Drew to discuss a woman who said she was discriminated against because she wasn't gay (16:05). Then, Fr. Paul Sullins joined Drew to discuss the decline of secularization and the stabilization of Catholicism (28:19). Topics: post-pandemic religion (36:33), Gen Z and Religion (40:24), increase in Mass attendance? (43:24), and convert to the Church (47:44). Link: https://ruthinstitute.org/?srsltid=AfmBOoqPVS3hfKYL8UXevPw8Ofe5vyaEiPNP77ORd7YSfJWI7r9Brvr-

The modern era brought many external changes which challenged the centuries old Jewish communal structure. Political change, emancipation, wars, revolution, economic development, technological advancement, the industrial revolution, urbanization, immigration and other external forces, all contributed towards a growing trend of secularization among the general European as well as the Jewish population. This convergence of factors and the movement towards secularization threatened the religious status quo.             Internal Jewish movements such as Jewish Haskala, Reform, Neolog and others arose in Germany, Galicia, Russia & Hungary, which sought to redefine Jewish identity in the modern era, and make it more compatible to integrate into an emancipated European society. Religious figures from the traditional establishment struggled with these new movements, redefining Orthodoxy in the process. Orthodoxy in the modern era came to define Jewish identity through its very struggle with modernity. Its combative confrontation with rival Jewish movements regarding the new means of defining Jewish identity in the modern era strengthened Orthodoxy, and paved the way for the flourishing of Orthodoxy as a movement in the modern era.   Sign up for our upcoming trip of a lifetime – Jewish history Europe trip: https://www.lalechet.com/tour/EuropeHeritage   Cross River, a leading financial institution committed to supporting its communities, is proud to sponsor Jewish History Soundbites. As a trusted partner for individuals and businesses, Cross River understands the importance of preserving and celebrating our heritage. By sponsoring this podcast, they demonstrate their unwavering dedication to enriching the lives of the communities in which they serve. Visit Cross River at https://www.crossriver.com/   Subscribe to Jewish History Soundbites Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ or your favorite podcast platform Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites For sponsorship opportunities about your favorite topics of Jewish history or feedback contact Yehuda at:  yehuda@yehudageberer.com  

This Sunday, we will explore Chapter 5 of: You Are Not Alone A Guide to Following Jesus in a Secular Age * By: Phil Manginelli

At the dawn of the 18th century, the overwhelming majority of the Jewish People were religiously observant in the traditional sense. By mid-20th century, the overwhelming majority of the Jewish People practiced a decidedly secular lifestyle. How and why did this secularization take place? This new series launched on Jewish History Soundbites will explore this topic in this and upcoming episodes, and provide definitive answers to this important historical question.             Over the course of the 18th-19th centuries there emerged internal Jewish movements in Germany, Galicia & Russia who advocated for changes within the Jewish communal, educational & religious structure. Haskala, Reform and others rose to prominence on the Jewish scene and prompted a long and combative response from the Orthodox establishment. Though it may be enticing to suppose that it was these internal Jewish movements which were the cause of secularization, in reality this was not the case. Secularization was almost exclusively caused by primarily external factors, all of which were distinctive features of the modern era. Political changes, emancipation, legislative changes, economic changes, technological advancements, the industrial revolution, wars, revolutions, urbanization, immigration trends, colonialism & other external factors of modernity, all combined to generate a silent trend towards secularization. This was a movement without ideology, platform or leadership. It was a reality of growing secularization which was a direct result of the modern era and its challenges.   Sign up for our upcoming trip of a lifetime – Jewish history Europe trip: https://www.lalechet.com/tour/EuropeHeritage   Cross River, a leading financial institution committed to supporting its communities, is proud to sponsor Jewish History Soundbites. As a trusted partner for individuals and businesses, Cross River understands the importance of preserving and celebrating our heritage. By sponsoring this podcast, they demonstrate their unwavering dedication to enriching the lives of the communities in which they serve. Visit Cross River at https://www.crossriver.com/   Subscribe to Jewish History Soundbites Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ or your favorite podcast platform Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites For sponsorship opportunities about your favorite topics of Jewish history or feedback contact Yehuda at:  yehuda@yehudageberer.com  

We announce the first atheist billboard in Africa! We report on a tsunami of Christian nationalist bills and executive orders at the federal and state levels, including Texas, Wisconsin, North Dakota, Iowa and Tennessee. In honor of Valentine's Day, we hear Dan Barker's secular love song "It's Only Natural." Then sociology Professor Ryan T. Cragun, author of Goodbye Religion: The Causes and Consequences of Secularization, shows us, with data, that religious people are not happier, healthier or more moral than nonreligious people.

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon has been extended to mid-February. But when peace returns, what is the future of Lebanon's fractured political system? For 30 years, sectarian parties representing Sunni, Shia and Christian communities have carved up power.

DEVOTED Vision Sunday 1.26.25 “The danger is not that the church becomes irrelevant to the world; it's that the church becomes indistinguishable from the world.” – Mark Sayers, Reappearing Church Force #1: A society that has become increasingly individualistic • The Enlightenment (17th-18th century) • Protestant Reformation (16th century) • Capitalism and the Industrial Revolution • Urbanization and Modernization • Postmodernism and Secularization (20th century) • Technological advancements, Human Rights movements, a culture of consumerism Summary: All of these forces collectively shifted values from communal interdependence to personal freedoms and self-expression. Force #2: A church shaped by a culture of consumerism • Post-Reformation changes • First and Second Great Awakening (18th-19th century) • Urbanization • The Evangelical Movement (mid 20th century) • The Megachurch movement - celebrity culture – production-oriented churches Summary: The evangelical church in America has prioritized attraction and accessibility, played to the consumer mindset, and embraced shallow commitment over deep spiritual formation and communal discipleship. Acts 2:41-47 41 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day. 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. 44 All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. Jesus' Paradigm for Discipleship: 1) INVITATION • Come and see 2) CHALLENGE • Take up your cross 3) TRANSFORMATION • Abide in me 4) MULTIPLICATION • Go and make disciples In the early church, baptism symbolized a covenant with one another—a commitment to live in fellowship, share mutual accountability, and embody love within the Christian community. How can we restore what has been lost and realign the church with God's heart and vision? 1. A commitment to Christ-centered living 2. A commitment to the way of sacrifice 3. A commitment to intentional community

Send Wilk a text with your feedback!Christianity's Role in a Virtuous and Prosperous DemocracyI'm thrilled to welcome back a guest who is both a brilliant thinker and someone I deeply respect, even though we often disagree politically—Jonathan Rauch.Jonathan is a senior fellow in the Governance Studies program at the Brookings Institution, a contributing writer for The Atlantic, and the author of several thought-provoking books, including Kindly Inquisitors and The Constitution of Knowledge. Some of you might remember when he joined me back in January 2023 to talk about The Constitution of Knowledge and our shared work with Braver Angels, bridging divides and fostering healthier conversations in our polarized world.Today, Jonathan is here to discuss his latest book, Cross Purposes: Christianity's Broken Bargain with Democracy. This powerful new work delves into the complex and often fraught relationship between Christianity and democracy in America. Jonathan reflects on his own journey as an atheist from skepticism to a deeper appreciation for the role of Christianity in fostering a virtuous society—something our founders understood as essential for a thriving democracy.We'll talk about why fear, outrage, and grievance have become so toxic in our political and civic life, how a more Christ-like approach can help heal societal divides, and what it means to reconnect Christianity with its core tenets. Jonathan challenges us to think about the vital role of 'thick' Christianity—faith that provides meaning, virtue, and community—in building a stronger, more inclusive democracy.As always, our conversation touches on the work of Braver Angels, the importance of depolarization, and the need for both secular and religious communities to come together with understanding. So, get ready for another insightful conversation with Jonathan Rauch, right here on Derate the Hate. Learn more about and connect with Jonathan Rauch by checking out the full show notes for this episode at www.DerateTheHate.com.What have you done today to make your life a better life? What have you done today to make the world a better place? The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for everything you've got. Make each and every day the day that you want it to be! Please follow The Derate The Hate podcast on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) , YouTube Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or directly from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. Not on social media? You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our site's contact page: DerateTheHate.com/Contact If you would like to support the show, you're welcome to DONATE or shop Amazon by going through our Support Us page and I'll earn through qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. I look forward to hearing from you!

In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews returning guest, Dr. Henry Spaulding, retired President of Mt. Vernon Nazarene University.  Today Dr. Spaulding discusses with Scott the term “secularization”.  

Christmas is almost here, and the holiday has, for some people, become a secular one. Are we losing our religion this holiday season? Plus, get your maple syrup ready — there's a cookbook inspired by the movie “Elf.”

Is religion dying in America? In this episode, we sit down with Ryan T. Cragun and Jesse M. Smith, authors of Goodbye Religion: The Causes and Consequences of Secularization. This groundbreaking book examines the surge in people leaving organized religion and its profound impact on American culture and society. Drawing on extensive data and over a hundred in-depth interviews, Cragun and Smith delve into the social, psychological, and environmental factors behind religious exit. They also address the misconceptions surrounding secularization, revealing that leaving religion is not the crisis it's often portrayed to be. Instead, they show how nonreligious individuals remain socially engaged and committed to making a positive impact in their communities. Show Notes YouTube Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: YouTube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us:MormonStories@gmail.comPO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117 Social Media: Insta: @mormstories TikTok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Today's episode brings you a special presentation on the politics of secularization, featuring a presentation from Dr. John Compton and responses from Rev. Dr. David Gushee and Rev. Dr. Angela Parker. Given the week after the 2024 presidential election, the lecture and responses explore how rising secularism contributes to the growth of political extremism, how flagging participation in faith traditions correlates to diminishing civic engagement, and the importance of taking a holistic approach to the various issues undermining democracy and dividing progressive movements.   Segment 1 (starting at 00:37): Today's episode Dr. John Compton was the speaker for the 20th annual Walter B. and Kay W. Lectures on Religious Liberty and Separation of Church and State, presenting three lectures on the politics of secularization Nov. 13-14 on the campuses of Mercer University in Atlanta and Macon, Ga.  To watch each of the three presentations in their entirety, click on the titles below: Lecture 1: Democratic Values in a Secular Age Lecture 2: Secularization and the Rise of Political Extremism Lecture 3: Secularization and the Fracturing of the American Left (featured in this podcast, including responses from Rev. Dr. Parker and Rev. Dr. Gushee) You can also read a recap of the lecture series in BJC's winter 2024 magazine, Report from the Capital.   Segment 2 (starting at 03:18): Dr. John Compton A professor of political science and chair of the political science department at Chapman University in Orange, Calif., Dr. Compton's lectures focused on the theme of the politics of secularization. Read more about Dr. Compton on his faculty page.    Segment 3 (starting 36:13): Response from Rev. Dr. David Gushee Rev. Dr. David P. Gushee is Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University, Chair of Christian Social Ethics at Vrije Universiteit (“Free University”) Amsterdam, and Senior Research Fellow at the International Baptist Theological Study Centre. Learn more about him on his website or on his faculty page at Mercer University's McAfee School of Theology.   Segment 4 (starting 45:24): Response from Rev. Dr. Angela Parker Rev. Dr. Angela N. Parker is associate professor of New Testament and Greek at Mercer University's McAfee School of Theology. In her research, Dr. Parker merges Womanist thought and postcolonial theory while reading biblical texts. Read more about Dr. Parker on her faculty page.  Respecting Religion is made possible by BJC's generous donors. You can support these conversations with a gift to BJC.

Kevin interviews Pastor Andre Bay about the state of Christianity in New Zealand. While the U.S. apostatizes, New Zealand is one step ahead. Christians have a responsibility to stand against the world and continue to bring the Gospel, despite the push-back. This program includes: 1. The World View in 5 Minutes with Adam McManus (Abortion Pill Reversal has saved 6,000 babies, Court orders Colorado to pay Christian $1.5 million, European Christians faced 2,444 discriminatory incidents in 2024) 2. Generations with Kevin Swanson

Kevin interviews Pastor Andre Bay about the state of Christianity in New Zealand. While the U.S. apostatizes, New Zealand is one step ahead. Christians have a responsibility to stand against the world and continue to bring the Gospel, despite the push-back. This program includes:1. The World View in 5 Minutes with Adam McManus (Abortion Pill Reversal has saved 6,000 babies, Court orders Colorado to pay Christian $1.5 million, European Christians faced 2,444 discriminatory incidents in 2024)2. Generations with Kevin Swanson

A new MP3 sermon from Generations Radio is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: New Zealand Ahead in Secularization – An Anti-Christian Sentiment Speaker: Kevin Swanson Broadcaster: Generations Radio Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 11/21/2024 Length: 33 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Generations Radio is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: New Zealand Ahead in Secularization – An Anti-Christian Sentiment Speaker: Kevin Swanson Broadcaster: Generations Radio Event: Radio Broadcast Date: 11/21/2024 Length: 33 min.

Elizabeth Oldfield sits down with renowned Islamic theologian Dr. Timothy Winter (Abdal Hakim Murad) to explore his journey to Islam and the depth and richness that he finds within the Islamic spiritual tradition. Dr. Winter shares the story of his own transformative journey, from attending a Christian school to a deep immersion in the world of Islam. Beyond his personal narrative, Dr. Winter delves into the surprising commonalities between Christianity and Islam, challenging common misconceptions and inviting listeners to consider the universal human yearning for the sacred. He also reflects on the resurgence of interest in traditional forms of religion and the need for a more prophetic, counter-cultural approach to faith. If you enjoy episodes of The Sacred don't forget to hit subscribe to be notified whenever we release an episode!

Interiew with Ryan T Cragun and Jesse M Smith.  We discuss their new book - Goodbye Religion: The Causes and Consequences of Secularization.Also,The Polaris Plan Part 4FFRF Conference review CSIcon in VegasFriends of the Show meetup

Navigating Faith in a Politically Divided World: The Challenges of Upholding Biblical Truth Today's episode will help us understand how to navigate faith and uphold biblical principles in a politically divided world, especially regarding LGBTQ issues. In this compelling episode, Bobby Harrington, point leader of RENEW.org, gathers with Daniel McCoy, John Whitaker, and special guest Guy Hammond to discuss how Christians can navigate their faith in a politically divided world. Guy Hammond, leader of the Strength in Weakness ministry, shares his personal journey from a former gay life to becoming a devout Christian and his challenges in maintaining his ministry amidst restrictive Canadian laws. The conversation delves into the significance of standing for biblical truth, the impact on church leaders and church environments, and what the future holds for Christian ethics, especially in areas like assisted suicide. This episode provides a sobering look at cultural and legal shifts impacting Christian practices and offers guidance on how to remain steadfast in faith. Get the Book on Following Jesus in a Politically Divided World: https://a.co/d/35XLxSE  Key Takeaways  00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions 02:07 Guy Hammond's Background and Ministry 03:49 Challenges of Following Jesus in a Politically Divided World 04:50 Legal and Social Pressures in Canada 10:53 Broader Implications for Christians 20:30 Advice for Christians in the United States 26:57 Spiritual Impact of a Hostile Environment 28:03 Identifying the Real Enemy 29:35 Living Well as a Form of Resistance 32:15 Challenges in Church Leadership 33:24 Advice for Church Leaders 34:26 Creating a Welcoming Church Environment 36:04 Personal Journey to Faith 38:00 Support from Other Churches 39:48 Secularization and Opposition in Canada 41:40 Moving Operations to the United States 45:52 Assisted Suicide and Sanctity of Life 49:51 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement Check out RENEW.org for more articles and resources: https://renew.org/ View more information about this topic here: https://renew.org/product/following-jesus-in-a-politically-divided-world-an-interactive-guide-to-21-questions-on-christianity-and-politics/  In this podcast episode, Bobby Harrington leads a discussion with Guy Hammond, John Whittaker, and Daniel McCoy on navigating faith in a politically divided world. Bobby kicks things off by introducing his guests, all of whom play significant roles in their ministries, and sets the stage by acknowledging the challenging political and social landscape Christians face today. Guy Hammond, the Executive Director of "Strength in Weakness," shares his story of transitioning from an active gay lifestyle to a committed Christian life, during which he has abstained from homosexual activity for nearly 40 years. His ministry now supports Christians dealing with unwanted same-sex attractions and their families. Guy also discusses the broader cultural and political changes in Canada, where traditional Christian beliefs are increasingly dismissed as myths. He warns that the U.S. could face a similar path if these trends continue. Bobby then points out the sharp decline in church attendance in Canada, comparing it to the 1960s when more Canadians attended church regularly than Americans. He sees this decline as part of a broader cultural shift away from Christian values. In response to Daniel McCoy's questions, Guy reiterates the difficulties Christians face in upholding their beliefs amid political and social pressures. He advises against viewing LGBTQ individuals as enemies, urging Christians instead to focus on opposing ideologies that contradict biblical principles. John Whittaker connects the conversation to themes from First Peter, encouraging Christians to be known for doing good, even when misunderstood or maligned, aligning with Guy's idea that living well is a form of resistance and testimony. Guy also mentions that Muslim communities in Canada, like conservative Christians, are pushing back against liberal laws on sexuality and parental rights, showing that traditional values on these issues are not unique to Christianity. As the episode concludes, Guy highlights resources from his ministry, including a documentary about his life, "Finding Guy," which serves as an educational tool for Christians dealing with LGBTQ issues. The conversation wraps up with reflections on the spiritual challenges of living in a politically charged environment. Interested in more content from RENEW? Sign up for our newsletter: https://renew.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/  Follow us!         

In this episode of the "On Meaning" podcast,  Tamir Dortal hosts world-renowned historian and public intellectual Professor Niall Ferguson for a fascinating conversation about the role of religion in contemporary society.Professor Ferguson, known for his nuanced perspectives on history and current affairs, delves into his personal journey from atheism to Christianity, explaining the reasons behind this significant shift in belief. He discusses the challenges of raising a family and navigating morality without a religious framework, emphasizing the importance of religious education for cultural understanding and ethical development. He further explores the historical context of secularization, contrasting the West's trajectory with the more turbulent experiences of communist regimes.The discussion then takes a surprising turn as Professor Ferguson analyzes the emergence of "wokeism" as a new form of pseudo-religion, drawing parallels with historical examples of political ideologies filling the void left by traditional faith. He also examines the complexities of inter-civilizational dialogue in a globalized world, advocating for greater understanding and engagement between different cultural traditions. Tune in for a thought-provoking exploration of faith, secularism, and the search for meaning in the 21st century.0:00:00 - 0:05:15: From Atheism to Faith: A Historian's Journey0:05:15 - 0:08:18: Parenting and Faith: Why Religion Matters in the Home 0:08:18 - 0:13:54: The Historian's Dilemma: Confronting Suffering, Questioning Purpose0:13:54 - 0:19:13: Secularization's Rise: From Enlightenment Skepticism to Empty Pews0:19:13 - 0:26:46: The Rise of Wokeism: Filling the God-Shaped Hole?0:26:46 - 0:30:20: The Strange Bedfellows of Wokeness and Islamism0:30:20 - 0:33:45: The Unintended Consequences of Secular Education0:33:45 - 0:43:51: Building a New University: The Pursuit of Truth in a Divided World0:43:51 - 0:48:34: Islam and the West: Challenges and Hopes for Coexistence0:48:34 - 0:55:05: Zealotry without Force: Living Your Values, Respecting Differences#על_המשמעות #podcast #niall_ferguson~אברהם יצחק פיירמן - מוהל - 058-630-1851 Support the Show.להצטרפות כמנוי הפודקאסט ואתר מידההצטרפו לניוזלטר שלנו וקבלו עדכונים לפני כולם. - http://eepurl.com/iv2c6k לצפיה ברשימת ההמלצותלהצטרפות לערוץ הטלגרםלהצטרפות לקבוצת המתנדבים שלנו שבזכותה אנו יכולים להפיק לכם תוכןהאזנה נעימה!

In this episode of Upstream, we revisit a 2020 conversation with Erik Torenberg and Katherine Boyle exploring the intersection of religion and media in this tech-driven world. Katherine discusses her Washington Post article on how San Francisco's tech advancements have largely bypassed religious institutions. They explore the factors behind this gap, the emergence of digital faith, and the decline of traditional religious affiliations. Katherine also shares her insights on the media landscape discussing the challenges and opportunities in subscription-based journalism and the potential for startups in both media and religion. 

This week, we share a sermon preached by Rev. Bill Haley back in 2014 on Paul's first letter to the Corinthians and how it offers us a Christ-centered strategy for navigating a life of faith in a post-Christian society.READ an Updated and Expanded Reflection on this Question from Billinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the Show.

ABWE missionary Russ Matthews talks about why Australia is a crucial spot for missions.

Trent Maxey, of Amhurst College and author of "The Greatest Problem" on delineating the role of the secular, political and religious in Japan, continues to address the problem of a too simple narrative of secular and religious, and even of the way power functions. Jim, Matt, Jon, Simon, and Paul join the discussion. Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work.

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 15:17)The World is Reaching a Catastrophic Fertility Rate: The Huge Demographic Changes Taking Place Before Our Eyes WorldwideSuddenly There Aren't Enough Babies. The Whole World Is Alarmed. by The Wall Street Journal (Greg Ip and Janet Adamy)Part II (15:17 - 18:10)Secularization, Lifestyle Choices, and Complexities of Modernity: The Devastating Causes of the Falling Birth Rates WorldwidePart III (18:10 - 19:47)Our Society Has an Increasing Death Impulse: Even After Statewide Abortion Bans, the Abortion Rate Keeps Creeping UpDespite state bans, abortions nationwide are up, driven by telehealth by NPR (Elissa Nadworny)Part IV (19:47 - 25:25)Residency Students Look to States Without Abortion Bans? What Does It Say of the Medical Community That is So Committed to the Culture of Death?Fewer medical students are applying to residency in states with near-total abortion bans by The Hill (Alejandra O'Connell-Domenech)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Featuring Abdel Razzaq Takriti, this is the NINTH episode of Thawra (Revolution), our rolling mini-series on Arab radicalism in the 20th century. Today's installment covers the creation of a Palestinian national liberation movement throughout the 1950s by a people dispersed by the Nakba: organizations, alliances, and theories of change assembled in the universities, cities, and refugee camps surrounding Palestine. We end with the 1959 foundation of Fatah, the first organization for Palestinians led by Palestinians focused first and foremost on Palestinian liberation. This is the story of the beginning of the Palestinian national liberation movement as we have come to know it today. Buy How to Abolish Prisons: Lessons from the Movement against Imprisonment at haymarketbooks.org Buy States of the Earth: An Ecological and Racial History of Secularization at Versobooks.com Support The Dig at Patreon.com/TheDig Check out our newsletter and vast archives at thedigradio.com Spread the word about Thawra thedigradio.com/Thawra

Featuring Abdel Razzaq Takriti, this is the NINTH episode of Thawra (Revolution), our rolling mini-series on Arab radicalism in the 20th century. Today's installment covers the creation of a Palestinian national liberation movement throughout the 1950s by a people dispersed by the Nakba: organizations, alliances, and theories of change assembled in the universities, cities, and refugee camps surrounding Palestine. We end with the 1959 foundation of Fatah, the first organization for Palestinians led by Palestinians focused first and foremost on Palestinian liberation. This is the story of the beginning of the Palestinian national liberation movement as we have come to know it today. Buy How to Abolish Prisons: Lessons from the Movement against Imprisonment at haymarketbooks.org Buy States of the Earth: An Ecological and Racial History of Secularization at Versobooks.com Support The Dig at Patreon.com/TheDigCheck out our newsletter and vast archives at thedigradio.comSpread the word about Thawra thedigradio.com/Thawra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of Bethanne Patrick's recommended books for April was Mohamed Amer Meziane's The States of the Earth. It sounded intriguing, if not entirely coherent, and so I invited Meziane on the show. Even now, I'm not sure I exactly get Meziane's point. He seems to be saying that secularization is not only behind western racial colonialism but also the destruction of the land. It's a provocative thesis, nonetheless, and Meziane, who teaches at Brown University, makes it with a flourish of rich historical anecdotes. Mohamed Amer Meziane is a philosopher, performer and professor at Brown University after teaching for 4 years at Columbia University. He is the author of The States of the Earth: An Ecological and Racial History of Secularization which won the Albertine Prize for non-fiction in 2023. His second book is titled: At the Edge of the Worlds: Towards a Metaphysical Anthropology.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

The States of the Earth: An Ecological and Racial History of Secularization by Mohamed Amer Meziane https://amzn.to/4bkJ2oc How the disenchantment of empire led to climate change While industrial states competed to colonize Asia and Africa in the nineteenth century, conversion to Christianity was replaced by a civilizing mission. This new secular impetus strode hand in hand with racial capitalism in the age of empires: a terrestrial paradise was to be achieved through accumulation and the ravaging of nature. Far from a defence of religion, The States of the Earth argues that phenomena such as evangelism and political Islam are best understood as products of empire and secularization. In a world where material technology was considered divine, religious and secular forces both tried to achieve Heaven on Earth by destroying Earth itself.

This podcast episode of The Patrick Madrid Show revolves around a caller, Dave from Wisconsin, seeking clarity on interpreting biblical miracles as literal events or allegories. Dave mentions examples such as the multiplication of loaves, Jesus walking on water, and the Israelites crossing the Red Sea. He recounts a conversation with a priest who proposed a non-literal interpretation for these events, attributing them to metaphors or natural occurrences.   Patrick Madrid responds by contextualizing this viewpoint within the historical criticism movement prevalent in seminaries during the 1970s. He criticizes this approach, labeling it a "hermeneutic of suspicion," which undermines the literal interpretation of miracles in Scripture. Patrick argues for the authenticity of biblical miracles, because he has seen so many people lose their faith over their failure to truly believe.   He recommends resources like "Politicizing the Bible: The Roots of Historical Criticism and the Secularization of Scripture" by Dr. Scott Hahn and Benjamin Wiker, as well as "Catholic Apologetics Today" by Fr. William Most to delve deeper into this topic.    You can hear the intensity in Patrick's voice as he urges you to guard against erroneous interpretations that diminish the reality of biblical miracles, emphasizing the importance of upholding the Church's teaching on the inerrancy of Scripture.   Someone else' faith could be on the line, and you can help them by sharing the truth in Sacred Scripture and tradition. 

April Fools' jokes. Iran says Israel bombed its embassy in Syria, killing top Iranian commander. What would Democrats be unwilling to do to stop Trump? Biden introduces the "Oyster" Bunny. Secularization of holidays. The origin of the Easter Bunny. Bud Light, a year after Dylan Mulvaney. Dump truck driver calls about EVs.Follow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the continuation of a series of Reflections by Father Rob Ketcham on Cry of the Heart, by Lorenzo Albacete. This reflection is based on the last three sections of Chapter 4, beginning with The Secularization of Suffering, pages 44 through 49.Purchase the book at: https://slantbooks.org/books/cry-of-t...Cry of the Heart, on the Meaning of Suffering, is published by Slant Books, Seattle, WA. ©2023 The Albacete Forum 

Be sure to visit cultureproof.net Please consider supporting the Culture Proof Podcast. We aim to bring engaging content that will challenge and equip Christians to live according to the Straight Edge of Scripture. All gifts are tax deductible.   Our Address is: S.E. Ministries  PO Box 1269 Saltillo MS, 38866   Episode sponsors: BJUPress Homeschool The Zan Tyler Podcast Blue Collar Millionaire   Get your Culture Proof Hoodies right here  Stay tuned for more information about the Culture Proof Conference happening July 18 - 20, 2024 at Faith Baptist Church in Bartlett, TN   Culture Proof Podcast Theme "Believers" courtesy of Path of Revelation    

Be sure to visit cultureproof.net Please consider supporting the Culture Proof Podcast. We aim to bring engaging content that will challenge and equip Christians to live according to the Straight Edge of Scripture. All gifts are tax deductible.   Our address is: S.E. Ministries PO Box 1269 Saltillo MS, 38866   Episode sponsors: BJUPress Homeschool The Zan Tyler Podcast Blue Collar Millionaire   Get your Culture Proof Hoodies right here  Stay tuned for more information about the Culture Proof Conference happening July 18 - 20, 2024 at Faith Baptist Church in Bartlett, TN   Culture Proof Podcast Theme "Believers" courtesy of Path of Revelation    

Today, we're starting a two-part miniseries on forming godly men. I have such a passion for seeing men rise up in purity, power, virtue, integrity, character, compassion, and strength. And so joining us today is Professor Nancy Pearcey. Heralded as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual" in The Economist, Pearcey earned a Master's degree from Covenant Theological Seminary and pursued further graduate work in the History of Philosophy at the Institute for Christian Studies in Toronto. Currently, she is a professor and scholar in residence at Houston Baptist University. Today, she'll share with us how men benefit from being fathers, how Darwin forged the secularization of the postmodern masculine script, how masculinity became "toxic," and why boys fail to launch. Episode Links: Show Notes Start reading my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

Are you ready to dive into a fascinating discussion about the Christian foundation of America? In this episode, Tudor talks with David Barton, an expert in historical and constitutional issues. They explore the importance of understanding America's Christian roots and how they have been overlooked in schools. David sheds light on the significance of religion and morality in American history, referencing George Washington's farewell address where he emphasized their importance as the indispensable supports of political prosperity. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to dive into a fascinating discussion about the Christian foundation of America? In this episode, Tudor talks with David Barton, an expert in historical and constitutional issues. They explore the importance of understanding America's Christian roots and how they have been overlooked in schools. David sheds light on the significance of religion and morality in American history, referencing George Washington's farewell address where he emphasized their importance as the indispensable supports of political prosperity. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.