The Dangers of Secularism | Bishop Robert Barron
The Ben Shapiro Show
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Why do religious people often enter conversations defensively?
They've been dealing with scandals and have retreated to the sidelines.
Why is Bishop Barron against radical traditionalism in Catholicism?
It shows disdain for the Pope and rejects ecumenical councils, which is against Catholic doctrine.
Why does secular modernism often use religious tools and language?
It borrows concepts like free will and order from religion to make affirmative claims.
Why is the pursuit of unqualified liberty not as useful as it might seem?
It leads to libertinism and disregards the balance between virtue and freedom.
Why does Bishop Barron emphasize the Jewish roots of Christianity?
It provides context for understanding Jesus and the early Christians, making the faith more compelling.
Why is there a revival in traditionalist versions of religion?
People are disaffiliating from liberal, culturally accommodating versions and finding biblical, confident traditions more appealing.
Why does Bishop Barron criticize Catholic progressivism?
It presents a flattened-out version of Catholicism that lacks persuasive power and moral richness.
Why does Bishop Barron advocate for a confident Catholicism?
It allows for engagement with science, philosophy, and culture based on Logos, avoiding a defensive, ghettoized approach.
Why does Bishop Barron highlight the tension between virtue and freedom?
It helps maintain an ordered liberty, preventing chaos and preserving moral frameworks.
Why does Bishop Barron argue against the myth of modernity emerging from a struggle against the church?
It distorts history, ignoring the church's contributions to science, education, and culture.
- Early Christians used Roman infrastructure to propagate their message.
- There is a dual relationship with Rome: embrace and critique.
- The Church still gathers in Rome for major acts of governance.
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