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Christianity and Disability
37:37 - 43:01 (05:24)
The origins of Christianity had Jesus as a defender of the marginalized, but the church quickly became a hierarchy that justified wealth and status. This is in contrast with the occult, which encourages those with disabilities to explore their abilities.
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The podcast discusses the ableism present in the religious ideology during the middle ages before the church became an institution, citing examples from early Christianity and how it has evolved over time.
37:37 - 40:17 (02:39)
Summary
The podcast discusses the ableism present in the religious ideology during the middle ages before the church became an institution, citing examples from early Christianity and how it has evolved over time. They analyze the justifications provided for the suppression of certain communities and groups, rejecting their belief systems and practices.
ChapterChristianity and Disability
EpisodePart One: Rudolf Steiner: The Racist Who Invented Organic Farming and Waldorf Schools
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Anthroposophic medicine is a controversial form of alternative medicine that is practiced by a number of MDs today.
40:17 - 42:02 (01:45)
Summary
Anthroposophic medicine is a controversial form of alternative medicine that is practiced by a number of MDs today. It includes unconventional practices like using mistletoe to treat cancer and claims to harness spiritual beings to direct treatments.
ChapterChristianity and Disability
EpisodePart One: Rudolf Steiner: The Racist Who Invented Organic Farming and Waldorf Schools
PodcastBehind the Bastards
Rudolf Steiner, a believer in reincarnation, thought disease was part of a person's karma and therefore didn't advocate for vaccines.
42:02 - 43:01 (00:58)
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Rudolf Steiner, a believer in reincarnation, thought disease was part of a person's karma and therefore didn't advocate for vaccines. In his opinion, treating or preventing an illness only forced the person to get sick again in a future life, as it doesn't deal with the actual root of the problem.