Moving in the World with the Intention to Love with David Dault

About this episode

David Dault joins the hosts to discuss his book 'The Accessorized Bible' and the themes of love, moral interpretation, and the impact of technology on faith.

Today we are joined by David Dault as we dive into his new book The Accessorized Bible. David is an author, professor at Loyola University, award-winning screenwriter, media producer, consultant, podcaster and radio host. We chat about his book which includes beautiful passages on James Baldwin, loving with intention, bringing our own moral lens to the bible, and more! This is a fascinating and wide-ranging conversation. We are grateful for David and his invitation to look more in depth: at our own souls, at the ways we interpret the bible, and at the ways we connect to others. Show Notes: Substack - David Dault is writing things The Accessorized Bible The Francis Effect Podcast Things Not Seen: Conversations About Culture and Faith David at Loyola University Karl Rahner banana essay - Theology of Freedom The Good Place Hannah Arendt - On Violence An Octopus has Three Whole Hearts by: Joy Sullivan Key Topics The metaphor of the Bible as an accessory versus a rulebook The importance of moral seriousness and slow reflection The concept of takun olam (repairing the world) The role of love and responsiveness in faith and relationships The impact of technology on empathy and…

People in this episode

Hosts: Jenny Misslin, Phillip Dieke

Guest: David Dault

Topics covered

• love and intention
• interpretation of the Bible
• moral lens
• technology and empathy
• faith and relationships

Keywords

• David Dault
• The Accessorized Bible
• moral seriousness
• faith
• technology
• empathy
• James Baldwin
• takun olam

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Loyola University

Books & works: The Accessorized Bible, The Francis Effect Podcast, Things Not Seen: Conversations About Culture and Faith, An Octopus has Three Whole Hearts

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