What happens when a civilisation forgets who it is? Jordan Peterson joins James Orr to explore the metaphysical roots of the West’s decline, the enduring power of the Bible, and why recovering the sacred is now a political imperative.

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Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 Trailer

00:01:25 Exploring the Bible's Archetypes

00:02:40 The Importance of Narrative in Understanding Reality

00:06:11 Consciousness: Beyond Biological Reductionism

00:10:06 The Biblical Account of Consciousness

00:12:24 Material vs. Immaterial: Understanding Human Existence

00:14:10 The Relationship Between Time and Consciousness

00:15:31 The Role of Sacrifice in Civilization

00:19:08 The Depth of Sacrifice in Biblical Narratives

00:22:41 The Evolution of Sacrifice in Human Culture

00:29:28 Transformative Sacrifice: The Story of Abraham

00:35:41 The Ultimate Sacrifice: Christ's Role in Ending Sacrifice

00:42:41 Political Flux and Future Directions

00:49:04 The Gender Debate and Its Implications

00:51:59 Liberalism's Challenges and Future

00:54:08 Conservatism and Its Foundations

01:01:10 The Nature of Sacrifice and Redemption

01:15:34 Hope Amidst Challenges

01:20:33 Like & Subscribe

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