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This episode features a conversation with Brian Zahnd about the role of beauty in Christianity and his book 'Beauty Will Save the World'.

This replay episode features excerpts from a 2017 conversation with author Brian Zahnd, exploring his insights on Christian aesthetics and the role of beauty in faith. The discussion centers on Zahnd's book, "Beauty Will Save the World," and his argument for understanding Christianity through the lens of beauty rather than relying solely on truth claims and moral arguments. Send us Fan Mail Support the show VISUAL ARTS RETREAT: If you're looking for creative renewal, meanin...

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