Dr. Richard Horner of the Christian Study Center just north of campus has agreed to come speak to us about how philosopher Richard Rorty, who was openly influenced by Nietzsche's proto-existentialism, has led him not to atheism (as it did for Rorty and Nietzsche themselves), but to a strengthened understanding of, and faith in, Christianity. Dr. Horner, who himself studied under Rorty at the University of Virginia, describes his own talk below:
"I'd like to talk a bit about how the neo-pragmatist/postmodern critique of scientism has fed into my own thinking and then reflect a bit on the fact that while this critique is as a-theistic as scientism has been, I still find it pointing me in the direction of Christian understanding rather than in an opposite direction."
Here is part 1 of his talk:
Here is part 2 of his talk:
RSVP: As usual, please RSVP here if possible. Thanks!
Please note: Knowledge of philosophy, Rorty, and/or Nietzsche is not required to understand and enjoy the discussion! Dr. Horner is one of the most casual, well-spoken, and easily-understood men I've ever met, and he'll be explaining to us anything we don't already know. Please do not be afraid to come. This will be fascinating and a great meeting, I promise! :)
After his talk, Dr. Horner will lead a Q&A/discussion on the subject. Come on out this Wednesday @ 8 to BAR 211 for some fascinating discussion. That's Bartram Hall, behind (i.e. south of) Rogers Hall and Dickinson Hall on Musuem Road. See map in pictures for more details, or type in "Bartram Hall" on the campus map (http://campusmap.ufl.edu/). The good news about being scheduled here is it looks like parking might be available right in front of the building.
Hope to see you all there, and bring friends! :)
