The holy fool in Russian culture
Storyteller Nicholas Kotar speaks of the role of the “idiot” in Russian fairy tales, one whose simplicity and humility lead to wisdom and the transformation of those around them. (48 minutes)
A sampling of newly published lectures
Ken Myers introduces listeners to four recently released lectures, courtesy of our Partners. The lecturers are Jennifer Frey, Gary Saul Morson, N. T. Wright, and Andrew Kern. (27 minutes)
“If there is no God, all is permitted”
Gary Saul Morson explores the consequences of belief and disbelief in God through Russian literature. (51 minutes)
Mars Hill Audio Journal, Volume 163
FEATURED GUESTS: Andrew Youngblood, R. J. Snell, Nicholas Denysenko, Nigel Biggar, Robert McNamara, and David Cayley