Myth and Meaning in Jordan Peterson

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A Christian Perspective Edited by Ron Dart Popular philosopher Jordan Peterson has captured the imagination of Western world.For some, Peterson represents all that is wrong with patriarchal culture; for others, he is the Canadian academic prophet who has come to save civilization from dizzying confusion. Regardless of how one feels...

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A Christian Perspective

Edited by Ron Dart

Popular philosopher Jordan Peterson has captured the imagination of Western world.

For some, Peterson represents all that is wrong with patriarchal culture; for others, he is the Canadian academic prophet who has come to save civilization from dizzying confusion. Regardless of how one feels about him, his influence in North America--and beyond--is difficult to deny.

While the "Peterson phenomenon" has motivated numerous articles and responses, much of what has been written is either excessively fawning or overly critical. Little has been produced that explores Peterson's thought--especially his immensely popular 12 Rules for Life--within the context of his overall context and scholarly output. How is one to understand the ascendency of Jordan Peterson and why he's become so popular? Does his earlier Maps of Meaning shed light on how one might understand his worldwide bestseller, 12 Rules for Life?

In Myth and Meaning in Jordan Peterson, scholars across various disciplines explore various aspects of Jordan Peterson's thought from a Christian perspective. Both critical and charitable, sober-minded and generous, this collection of ten essays is a key resource for those looking to faithfully engage with Jordan Peterson's thought.

Recommendations:

When you are finished with this book, you will not only be more informed about one of the world's leading philosophers but, more importantly, you will be drawn to the ultimate source of wisdom and life: Jesus Christ. -Daniel Darling, vice president for communications, Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, Southern Baptist Convention

Jordan Peterson is one of the outstanding thinkers of our generation. He sees clearly that without a return to the Bible, there is no future for the Western nations. But can traditionalist Christians make peace with Peterson’s theology? Ron Dart’s collection of essays by Christian scholars masterfully grapples with the promise and the challenge of Peterson’s thought. -Yoram Hazony, president of the Herzl Institute, author of The Philosophy of Hebrew Scripture and The Virtue of Nationalism

For those interested in a more balanced and reflective interpretation of Jordan Peterson, this is the anthology for you. It avoids the easy extremes of either deifying or demonizing Peterson while also performing the needed task of trying to get clear about his relation to Christianity. This is an important text for those who want to understand Peterson as opposed to merely following him. -John Vervaeke, lecturer at the University of Toronto in the departments of psychology, cognitive science and Buddhist psychology

What is behind the phenomenon of Jordan Peterson? The essays in this book not only offer sound analysis from a variety of cultural and spiritual angles but also point to areas where Christians could (and should) be making strong gospel connections. -John Stonestreet, president, Colson Center for Christian Worldview

Hardcover with jacket, 211 pages, notes, index

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