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For the past few centuries, we have philosophically operated under Newtonian physics where questions of experience and of the soul were seen as subjective, with no connection to the numerical certainty of science. However, then came quantum physics.

In his new book, Light of the Mind, Light of the World: Illuminating Science Through Faith, classicist Dr. Spencer Klavan retells the history of science and highlights the philosophical implications of each era. He argues that quantum mechanics, with its exploration of uncertainty and consciousness, has not only returned physics to the question of the soul. But, also, has provided an incredible argument for the Genesis account of creation.

You may recognize Dr. Klavan from his appearance in episode 104 - Modern Problems, Ancient Solutions - Applying the Wisdom of the Classics to the Cultural Conflicts of Today

Topics:

• The purpose of this book
• Music of the Spheres & the Medieval View of the world - the World as Beauty + Order
• Philosophical implications of "ghost in the machine" philosophy
• AI and the mechanical view of the universe
• Genesis, Consciousness, and Quantum Mechanics
• Worldviews and Science
• A clash of cultures: Scientism and Skepticism in America
• Confusing spiritual truths and scientific truths
• "What books have had an impact on you?"
• "What advice do you have for teenagers?"

Bio:
Dr. Spencer Klavan is an associate editor at the Claremont Review of Books and a podcaster on the great works of the West. Dr. Klavan is a scholar, writer, and podcast host of Young Heretics, with a lifelong devotion to the great works and principles of the West. After studying Greek and Latin at Yale University as an undergrad, he spent five years at Oxford University completing his doctorate in ancient Greek literature. Check out his latest book, Light of the Mind, Light of the World: Illuminating Science Through Faith.

Resources mentioned:

• Light of the Mind, Light of the World: Illuminating Science Through Faith
• Books of impact:
  • In high school: Bible
  • During grad school: Owen Barfield's Poetic Diction and Saving Appearances
  • Since his last appearance: Thomas Traherne's Centuries of Meditations

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