Listen "7: What does mysticism say about dialogue?"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Science of Dialogue, host Rod J. Naquin explores what mystical traditions have to say about the nature and purpose of dialogue. We'll examine the teachings of the Sufi poet Rumi, who integrated mystical intuition with reasoned discourse. We'll discuss the Hindu philosopher Bhartrihari's view of dialogue as unveiling the oneness connecting consciousness, language and reality. And we'll revisit Plato's critique of writing in Phaedrus, which implies interactive verbal dialogue cultivates wisdom more profoundly than passive texts. Join us as we find that while mystics prioritize inner spiritual experience, many still see philosophical exchange as complementary for apprehending truths.
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