Truly magnificent writing from C.S.! The obligations of kingdoms and kings are inseparable! Uniquely related by capabilities & indulgence as cultural prerogatives fancied by the components. Wonderful ministering as well, thank you very much.
A very interesting and informative talk but I do question Jerry’s statements that NICE in 'That Hideous Strength' is vacuous and has no ends or purposes. On the contrary, the leadership of NICE has a systematic plan to subject Britain to the rule of evil occult spiritual powers. Also the question at the end about Ransom turning to violence in 'Perelandra' was not adequately answered. Jerry seemed to be saying that Ransom was used by God despite his flaws, as is the case with most biblical characters. As I remember, Ransom is reluctant to confront Weston the Un-Man, but rises to the challenge when he realises that Weston must be killed in order that the unfallen world of Perelandra be not corrupted. This story reflects Lewis’s carefully argued case against Christian pacifism.
I too noticed that answer at the end. It didn't fit with what Lewis explicitly stated, which was that the proper use of violence and hate and war is to oppose evil. Ransom was in an unusual situation in fighting the Unman in which he was able to experience pure hatred without a need to temper it with charity.
Great lecture, and very good points about the final question. The fight with Weston, of course, has to mirror in some respect the conflict between Christ and Satan for the recapitulation of this world, so the answer must include an understanding of what occurs when God breaks out against the totality of evil of that nature. Outwardly, the cross looked in many respects as failure, but as the hours of darkness fell, something striking was occurring - a "stripping" of the principalities and powers happens as the veil is torn and tombs are open and Christ declares it finished - that manner of moment is echoed in Perelandra.
Jerry Root is a very rare precious gift to the Body of Christ. I am so privileged to have come across this wonderful man albeit online.
Truly magnificent writing from C.S.!
The obligations of kingdoms and kings are inseparable! Uniquely related by capabilities & indulgence as cultural prerogatives fancied by the components.
Wonderful ministering as well, thank you very much.
Mr. Lewis is a gift from God through Jesus Christ.
Indeed! I totally agree!
Wow! I got SO MUCH out of this!
Interesting comments below. Always and only in defense of Innocence.
A very interesting and informative talk but I do question Jerry’s statements that NICE in 'That Hideous Strength' is vacuous and has no ends or purposes. On the contrary, the leadership of NICE has a systematic plan to subject Britain to the rule of evil occult spiritual powers. Also the question at the end about Ransom turning to violence in 'Perelandra' was not adequately answered. Jerry seemed to be saying that Ransom was used by God despite his flaws, as is the case with most biblical characters. As I remember, Ransom is reluctant to confront Weston the Un-Man, but rises to the challenge when he realises that Weston must be killed in order that the unfallen world of Perelandra be not corrupted. This story reflects Lewis’s carefully argued case against Christian pacifism.
I too noticed that answer at the end. It didn't fit with what Lewis explicitly stated, which was that the proper use of violence and hate and war is to oppose evil. Ransom was in an unusual situation in fighting the Unman in which he was able to experience pure hatred without a need to temper it with charity.
Great lecture, and very good points about the final question. The fight with Weston, of course, has to mirror in some respect the conflict between Christ and Satan for the recapitulation of this world, so the answer must include an understanding of what occurs when God breaks out against the totality of evil of that nature. Outwardly, the cross looked in many respects as failure, but as the hours of darkness fell, something striking was occurring - a "stripping" of the principalities and powers happens as the veil is torn and tombs are open and Christ declares it finished - that manner of moment is echoed in Perelandra.