Naming the Real

The Barbaric Impulse, Part IV: Greek Philosophy, Hebraic Thought, and the Need to Re-Claim the Goodness of Desire


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Do we see desire as good or as something warranting our suspicion and judgment? In this episode, we explore the role of desire in Western history and, specifically, the different conceptions of desire within Greek and Hebrew thought. Far from being a mere academic exercise, understanding how desire has been framed in history can help us understand our own relationships to desire. This is paramount, because only when you are willing to address your core desires can you truly live into a flourishing life.

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Naming the RealBy Brandon Cook

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