The idea that you can understand the biblical text without also understanding the socio-historical context in which it was written is like saying you can do algebraic topology without first learning basic math. It’s about taking the time to study and understand as much as you can, not only what’s in the text itself but…More
“Evolutionary Religion” by J.L. Schellenberg
Every now and then you run into a book that grips your imagination from beginning to end. I find that the best books tend to be those that you don’t necessarily agree with on every single detail, but, rather, those that make you think and envision a different world. This book definitely did it for…More
Epistemic Peers and Intellectual Humility
Some of humanity’s most profound and enduring discussions deal with the ultimate questions (Why are we here? Is there a God? Why is there something rather than nothing? What happens after we die?). These discussions are not going anywhere anytime soon, and will probably be with us forever. They tend to stir up strong emotions…More
Some Thoughts on The New Testament
The New Testament is a fascinating collection of ancient literature. It could be said that no other text has had such a lasting and transformative impact on Western culture (keeping in mind that itself was also heavily influenced by the context in which it was written). Given its popularity, it appeals to all sorts of…More
God As A Moral Authority
Here are some thoughts that occurred to me when reading a book on moral autonomy. Granted, I haven’t given this too much thought so my mind may change but for right now it makes sense to me. Many theists like to claim that God is our source of “objective” morality. They see God as a…More
