THE VOICE OF REASON Solon, (born c. 630 BCE—died c. 560 BCE), Athenian statesman, known as one of the Seven Wise Men of Greece (the others were Chilon of Sparta, Thales of Miletus, Bias of Priene, Cleobulus of Lindos, Pittacus of Mytilene, and Periander of Corinth). Solon ended exclusive aristocratic control of the government, substituted a system of control by the wealthy, and introduced a new and more humane law code. He was also a noted poet.
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Saturday, 28 March 2026
On Trinitarianism being unAmerican
Friday, 27 March 2026
While Islam does not need a Reformation, can Christianity be reformed?
The rules of religion
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Reason for reluctance to discuss Secular Koranism: no man wants to be the one waving the white flag
The primary difference lies in structure and scope: religion is an organized system of beliefs, worship, and moral codes centered on a higher power, while superstition consists of individual, irrational beliefs about luck, omens, and supernatural forces lacking a coherent theological framework.Organized System vs. Individual BeliefReligion provides a comprehensive worldview, featuring scriptures, clergy, and communal rituals that bind society together and establish ethical guidelines.
Superstition is typically localized and situational, relying on arbitrary actions like carrying lucky charms or avoiding black cats without a broader moral or social structure.
Purpose and FoundationReligion aims to explain existence, offer spiritual guidance, and foster community cohesion through shared devotion to a deity or deities.
Superstition often stems from a fear of the unknown or a desire for control over uncertain outcomes, focusing on specific events rather than a holistic way of life.
Attribute Religion SuperstitionCentral Focus Worship of God or gods Belief in supernatural luck/omensStructure Organized with leaders and texts Individual and unstructuredMorality Provides a clear moral code Lacks inherent moral valuesCommunity Fosters fellowship and social order Remains largely personalRationality Often viewed as sensible or foundational Viewed as irrational or archaic
While both involve belief in the supernatural, religion is generally accepted as a sensible basis for living with a liberating purpose, whereas superstition is often seen as a product of ignorance that can lead to anxiety and irrational behavior. Some perspectives note that superstition can be a deviation of religious feeling or a precursor that may evolve into religion, but the distinction remains in the presence of a systematic framework versus isolated, unfounded practices.
2:05:00 The mythos
2:06:00 The Founding Fathers were heretical Christians.
"The United States is a country of heretics."
2:07:00 "Religion is the cheapest way ordinary citizens can join in the pushback against oppressive government."
2:08:00 A reconstitution of the US constitution to make it clearer and thereby serve the interests of the American people better.
2:09:00 Choosing the theocracy that allows us the most liberties
2:10:00 Human sacrifice
Aztecs
2:11:00 "A horrible moral decay"
2:12:00 Transgenderism is really disobedience originating from the heresy that people could be put in the wrong body by their Creator or that He might not exist.
OBJECTIVE ETHICS joins to discuss his Seven Pillars of Ethics.
2:16:00 Objective Ethics complains about being misrepresented.
2:20:00 Being fair
2:22:00 How are you going to do it?
2:26:00 Mythos
2:29:00 Slavery must be reintroduced because it is most efficient form of workfare.
2:31:00 Humanism
2:32:00 Gay marriage is fair?
2:33:00 Overpopulation
2:36:00 Sperm donors
2:42:00 Ayn Rand
Humanism
2:44:00 Gym
2:45:00 Equality
2:47:00 Proud American
2:48:00 Objective morality
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
On the necessity of civil political disagreement
Monitoring morons looking for new myths and lies to believe in
Martin Shaw is an acclaimed mythologist, storyteller, and author who defines myth not as fiction, but as a sacred story that reveals a deeper reality beyond simple facts. He argues that humans are biologically tuned for symbols and metaphors, and that engaging with myth is a transformational encounter essential for navigating uncertainty and finding meaning in modern life.Shaw's work emphasizes mythmaking as the correct response to uncertainty, urging people to subvert voices of certainty and open to mystery. He teaches that myths provide the architecture of tempering needed to balance opposing forces, such as the "mud" (grounding, discipline) and "holy breath" (improvisation, spirit) found in stories like the Genesis creation narrative. His approach encourages individuals to locate their specific "great task" through service and sacrifice, rather than self-absorption or generic achievement.Key aspects of Shaw's mythological framework include:Navigating Mystery: Reframing "living with uncertainty" as "navigating mystery" to embrace the unknown as a source of depth and cultural creation.The Cinderbiter Archetype: Using Celtic folklore, such as the story of the boy who steals from a serpent to create islands, to illustrate how unconventional, "sacred transgression" can solve impossible problems.Rites of Passage: Drawing on ancient traditions, like the Irish king's challenge of a chariot pulled by two wild horses, to teach the creation of a "third way" through tension and paradox.Christian Mythology: Shaw, now an Orthodox Christian, views the life of Jesus as the ultimate collision of mythic patterns with historical reality, where "all truth is God's truth."His extensive bibliography includes the Mythteller trilogy (A Branch from the Lightning Tree, Snowy Tower, Scatterlings), Liturgies of the Wild, Wolf Milk, and Cinderbiter. He founded the Westcountry School of Myth in the UK and previously established the Oral Tradition and Mythic Life courses at Stanford University.
On Trinitarianism being unAmerican
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