We Who Wrestle with God _ P.2

This episode explores the meaning of being created in the image of God, drawing parallels between ancient Mesopotamian and Egyptian cosmogonies and modern cognitive neuroscience. The speaker posits that human consciousness acts as a mediator between order and chaos, shaping new realities from old. Against this backdrop, the role of the Mesopotamian emperor, embodying the spirit of Marduk, is examined as a reflection of this mediating capacity. More significantly, the speaker argues that this concept of a sovereign spirit, transcending any individual ruler, is mirrored in the figure of Christ. For instance, the speaker analyzes the struggle for primacy among deities as a representation of the ongoing conflict between order and chaos within human societies. Ultimately, the episode concludes by emphasizing the intrinsic value and responsibility of the individual, arguing that a healthy society depends on the balance between individual freedom and communal tradition, and that the denial of individual logos leads to tyranny and suffering.