Dr James D Holt
01/06/25 • 42 min
Join us this week as we delve into the fascinating world of religious studies with Dr. James Holt, an Associate Professor of Religion at the University of Chester. Dr. Holt, a prolific author with works spanning the Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, and Sikh faiths, shares his insights in this engaging episode.
In this discussion, we explore the challenges inherent in teaching religion and how Dr. Holt's writings seek to bridge these educational gaps. We delve into the fundamental aspects of religion, examining its role in human evolution and its impact on the human psyche in contemporary society.
The episode also highlights Dr. Holt's particular interest in the Dharmic faiths, contrasting them with the Abrahamic religions, and we ponder the future trajectory of religion within Western societies.
Beyond academia, Dr. Holt maintains a vibrant presence on social media, providing deeper dives into religious inquiries on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Connect with him at JamesDHolt to continue this enlightening journey.
https://jamesdholt.com/
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Join us this week as we delve into the fascinating world of religious studies with Dr. James Holt, an Associate Professor of Religion at the University of Chester. Dr. Holt, a prolific author with works spanning the Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, and Sikh faiths, shares his insights in this engaging episode.
In this discussion, we explore the challenges inherent in teaching religion and how Dr. Holt's writings seek to bridge these educational gaps. We delve into the fundamental aspects of religion, examining its role in human evolution and its impact on the human psyche in contemporary society.
The episode also highlights Dr. Holt's particular interest in the Dharmic faiths, contrasting them with the Abrahamic religions, and we ponder the future trajectory of religion within Western societies.
Beyond academia, Dr. Holt maintains a vibrant presence on social media, providing deeper dives into religious inquiries on platforms like Instagram and TikTok. Connect with him at JamesDHolt to continue this enlightening journey.
https://jamesdholt.com/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjamesdholt?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesdholt/
X: https://x.com/jamesdholt
www.dm-mi.com
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Website: https://www.jmborg.com/home
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