In this episode, Jonah and Patrick get into the question of creativity and the second member of the Trinity: the mysteries of God, the Son. This leads them into a sometimes tension-filled conversation as they walk along the razor's edge that explores the origins of evil in the universe. Has God created evil? Has Christ created the terrible things happening to people? How can we understand the difference between what has emanated from the heart of God, what has been allowed by the Divinity, and what connecting and ordering is being done creatively in human and world destiny?
These questions and more are taken up by Jonah and Patrick and we hope they stir your reflecting and seeking as well.
Notes from this Episode:
For an introduction to the idea of Karma, see:
- "Manifestations of Karma" by Rudolf Steiner. Available on RSArchive or from Steiner Books.
For further thoughts on Christ as the so-called "Lord of Karma," see:
- Lecture Three of Steiner's lecture series "From Jesus to Christ." Available on RSArchive or from Steiner Books.
- Bastiaan Baan's booklet "Christ's New Presence" from our Fruits of the Seminary Series.
For the whole story of the Garden of Eden, referenced in this episode, see Genisis chapters 2 and 3.
For the story of the temptation in the desert:
- Matthew 4:1-11
- Luke 4:1-13
- Mark 1:12-13
Further background reading:
- "Inner Aspects of Evolution" by Rudolf Steiner, available on RSArchive or from Steiner Books.
- "An Outline of Occult Science" by Rudolf Steiner, available on RSArchive or from Steiner Books.
Our thanks to Elliott Chamberlin who composed the opening music, "On the Road" and the closing music, "Seeking Together". You can find more of his music here.
Our thanks also to Emily Watson for her excellent digital production work behind the scenes.
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