The Spiritual Quest Against Religion

The Protestant Reformation set out to purge Christianity of error. But once you have started, how do you know when to stop?
A lecture by Alec Ryrie, Gresham Professor of Divinity 4 April 2019
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The Protestant Reformation set out to purge Christianity of error. But once you have started, how do you know when to stop? Some radicals tore up layer upon layer of tradition in the tireless search for deeper truths, proving their faith by their refusal to believe.
This lecture will track these radical quests and show how they could lead to positions like those of Baruch Spinoza or Thomas Hobbes: God may still exist but is almost wholly out of reach.
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[@ieuanhunt552]

I cannot tell if this guy is an atheist or not. I don't think it matters.

[@richardrickford3028]

I don't doubt (or don't think I doubt) that this lecture is very important for both Christians and Atheists to hear. Excellent clear delivery of exciting ideas. As to whether any of these radical christians or post christians is actually right I think of the professor who taught me the course "The quest for the historical Jesus". He said to us "Well ladies and gentlemen. You pays your money and you takes your choice"

[@cvheugten]

Excellent view. Much detail, good emphasis on what really religion is about and what not. I really hope you get more viewers. This is worth it!

[@dylanvoisard]

agreed

[@wakax]

fascinating quests! thank you!

[@elfootman]

Thank you for this talk! Very informative and inspiring as well!

[@jayburton1387]

What an excellent lecture. Thank you for posting!

[@ultrasignificantfootnote3378]

This is a very different view of tye history of christianity then teh churches would like to show it.

[@richardrickford3028]

By the way Alec - when it comes to describing fiery radicals burning bibles I think you need to say to your audience "don't try this at home"

[@commissary4196]

Muh spirituality without Christianity