Infinite and Finite, Call and Response, What We Do Matters

12/06/2025 1h 22min
Infinite and Finite, Call and Response, What We Do Matters

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Matthew Allison discusses the metaphysical and theological implications of infinity plus the influence of dualism and Gnosticism on philosophical discussions. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:30 Matthew on the Infinite 06:00 Heidegger 06:55 Wittgenstein 08:00 The significance of chiasms in biblical texts and how they reflect divine inspiration 14:00 Phenomenology 22:00 Reflections on Hebrews chapter 11, focusing on the theme of faith and the biblical figures who endured suffering without receiving God's promises. 30:00 The Nature of time and relationship 34:00 Methodological a priori and its implications 43:00 Contrasting Maximus's approach with that of Neoplatonists, pointing out that while he engaged with their ideas, he did not adopt their analytic framework. This distinction is significant for scholars studying the intersection of philosophy and religion. 46:00 Exploring Ontology and Methodology in human experience 53:00 The connections between choreography and spirituality in community 59:00 Square dance and its potential relationship to experiential dna

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