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Promulgating the Gnostic Creation Myth
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Promulgating the Gnostic Creation Myth

The Deep Dive Podcast Episode 58

Summary

The hosts look over a Substack post by Emil Ahangarzadeh, in which he argues that "fighting fire with fire" is an effective approach to combating theism. He proposes using the Gnostic creation myth, which presents the Abrahamic deity as a flawed and deceptive being, to challenge the perceived authority of traditional religious beliefs. By reinterpreting the Judeo-Christian narrative through a Gnostic lens, Ahangarzadeh aims to promote intellectual freedom, moral autonomy, and critical thinking, encouraging individuals to question the foundations of their religious convictions.

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Fighting Fire with Fire
In recent years, my approach to anti-theism has evolved from mere critique to a more active engagement in what I consider a subversive cultural endeavor. As I have grappled with the deep roots of theism in society, I came to recognize that simply pointing out the flaws and harms of religious belief is not always sufficient to sway deeply entrenched conv…
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