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What if the roots of Western civilization and theology are deeply intertwined in ways you've never imagined? Join us for a captivating episode where we explore the fascinating rise of Greek culture.

As we journey through Greece, we will uncover how Homer's writings became the cornerstone of Greek identity. We explore the evolution of governance in Greek city-states, highlighting the rise of the polis and the democratic assemblies known as ecclesia. Delve into the intellectual currents of the time, from the mythological rationalizations of Hesiod to the profound philosophical inquiries of pre-Socratic thinkers. Witness how these ideas laid the groundwork for the classical age's quest for order, truth, and understanding, featuring philosophical giants like Heraclitus, Protagoras, Socrates, and Plato.

Finally, we bridge the ancient quest for knowledge with timeless theological truths, focusing on the profound concept of the Logos. Drawing from the Gospel of John, we discuss how Jesus, the Logos, represents the ultimate fusion of divinity and humanity, offering salvation to all. See how the philosophical and theological endeavors of both Greeks and Jews find their culmination in Jesus, the incarnate Logos. Don't miss this enriching episode that connects ancient history with deep theological insights, providing a compelling resolution to humanity's spiritual quests.

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Here are some of the articles cited in this episode along with some information about the cave allegory:
https://www.1517.org/articles/a-very-brief-introduction-to-logos-theology
https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2015/12/logos-of-heraclitus.html
https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/protagoras/
https://aporia.byu.edu/pdfs/macgregor-socrates_god_and_piety.pdf#:~:text=And%20they%20are%20right%2C%20for%20Socrates%20holds%20a,emulate%20the%20god%20by%20doing%20the%20god%E2%80%99s%20work
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Allegory_of_the_cave

For more information about Greek philosophy and Christianity, check out Dr. Ron Guido's blog here: https://socratesjourney.org

For further study of John 1, watch these videos.
Bruce Gore: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSx6gXRoMeI&list=PLYFBLkHop2altIzEj4zgC3XpfFQd3J1PV
James White: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y_1-UjqQeMw

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