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Runtime: 29 minsPhilip Gonzales discusses René Girard's theory of history, emphasizing the significance of violence and the scapegoat mechanism. Girard argues that history's meaning can be understood through Judeo-Christian revelation, contrasting with Hegel's speculative approach. Girard's theory highlights the role of mimetic desire and the founding murder in shaping human culture and religion. The culmination of this theory is Christ's revelation on the cross, which unveils the scapegoat mechanism and calls for a community of non-violence. Gonzales concludes with the implications of Girard's apocalyptic vision for contemporary society and the need for personal sanctity.
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Produced in July 2025. Provisional captions.
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