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I’ve had a number of people asked me the relation between stoicism and Christianity, or the differences between them or more specifically how can a Christian follow both? This video is my simple, poor attempt to answer that question.
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@theshield2004 Месяц назад

I’m grateful there are older men on RU-vid like you who can give guidance and advice to the younger men and younger generations of people. I think our society needs more people like you, now more than ever...

@iwraithofthestyx2292 Месяц назад

We are meant to have sages in our society and they are few and far between.

@Official_Wise Месяц назад

👍👍👍

@vixenvalenzuela Месяц назад

Yes!

@muge9987 Месяц назад

@@YaChoombaagree

@sincerelyme7423 Месяц назад

🙏

@StrawIsEpic Месяц назад

My favorite quote by Marcus Aurelius: Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth. The wisdom you share in your videos and Meditations has had a great effect on my growth as a man

@allistertheeldritchmemegod3537 Месяц назад

Truth is knowable. Just My truth? Just your truth? Nope. THE TRUTH.

@snail415 Месяц назад

That guy is like my North Star or my lighthouse of sorts. I don’t worship anyone or anything but the sun, and never pray to it. Just grateful it’s there to give us the opportunity to be stoic.

@CuriousCat0347 Месяц назад

There are some absolute truths....regardless of perspective on them. Experiential Truths Mean the same result is achieved every time... But Overall, I believe Aurelius is "Truthful"...LOL

@thinkingagain5966 Месяц назад

He never actually said that

@StrawIsEpic Месяц назад

@thinkingagain5966 upon looking into it further. You're right. I do think it is important to see it this way, though. With how little control we have over everything and everevolving information that continues to disprove old facts. Thankyou for bringing that up

@jordanrhodes4001 Месяц назад

Stoicism is the study of the four virtues (courage, justice, temperance and wisdom) and how we can develop those things in ourselves, which is under our control. "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." If there by ANY virtue, think on these things. Outside of the doctrine of salvation and theology, I don't see any way in which these things are opposed. Studying and thinking about virtue is always a good thing in my opinion.

@DryCreekWranglerSchool Месяц назад

Thank you. I feel that you brought that out much better than I did.

@jordanrhodes4001 Месяц назад

@@DryCreekWranglerSchool Thank you, sir! its actually funny you say that, because i've recently been so drawn to stoicism, while also being a Christian. Your post just helped me realize that maybe i'm not the only one

@mountainwolf1 Месяц назад

Indeed, I agree aswell.

@gosonegr Месяц назад

Not only opposed but Saint August of Hipona, basically, merged Stoicism with early Christianity

@Ryinws Месяц назад

@@jordanrhodes4001 literally had the same exact thoughts . And the fact that Dwayne makes a video on the topic and see others feeling the same way is my sign from the father that which you eloquently pointed out is a nice addition to biblical truths and foundation. Love this community

@Bonserak23 Месяц назад

"out of all the Greeks the Oracle thought I was the brightest one, for I knew that I knew nothing". -Plato, I believe.

@gobgaming2725 Месяц назад

Written by Plato, but said by Socrates.

@Lord-Of-Wings Месяц назад

@@gobgaming2725 a man with all the questions. Crazy how wanting to understand different perspectives led to his demise.

@gobgaming2725 Месяц назад

@@Lord-Of-Wings people tend to get persecuted for speaking/seeking the truth. We need more Socrates’ in our world.

@sidoo3897 Месяц назад

@@gobgaming2725 we already have a hand full of ppl. some of them already got punished tho

@sandinogallese8221 Месяц назад

"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." - Socrates

@StoicismLegion Месяц назад

Great video! The apostle Paul was greatly influenced by Stoicism. He would engage with Stoic philosophers at the Areopagus, which was a high court where Paul delivered one of his famous Christian sermons. Many of the Stoic philosophers ended up becoming followers of Paul and his messages of Christianity. Stoicism came a few hundred years before Christianity, and Paul even quoted a student from the school of Zeno (the founder of Stoicism) in his sermon. Both Stoicism and Christianity offer peace, security, love, and teach humanitarianism. Stoics believe in "Armor Fati," or the love of fate, which is very similar to the Christian prayer of “not my will, but YOUR will be done.” You can be a Christian, you can be a Stoic, and you can be a Christian Stoic, but you can't be a Christian hating Stoicism or a Stoic hating Christianity because the viewpoints of either come to a standstill and to do one would lead to not aligning with either. Marcus Aurelius, one of the most famous Stoics, says this: “If someone can prove me wrong and show me my mistake in any thought or action, I shall gladly change. I seek the truth, which never harmed anyone: the harm is to persist in one's own self-deception and ignorance.” Equip yourself with this knowledge if you ever have to argue for one or the other. Stoicism also embraces all walks of life and sees humanity as a whole or "one". So know that you are always welcome here. We are all fighting different battles, and there is nothing new under the sun. I have become a better Christian by equipping myself with stoic knowledge and practices.

@ArnoBach Месяц назад

That would be incorrectly put.

@DryCreekWranglerSchool Месяц назад

If you’re going to get on here and tell somebody that what they say is wrong, then you are expected to have the honesty and the intelligence and the ability to point out your opposing view. Laziness and a dismissive attitude are not widely accepted over here.

@KJBTRUTH 26 дней назад

Just a word of caution with charity. Colossians 2:8 KJV [8] Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.

@brothercarlos6944 13 дней назад

@@KJBTRUTHvery true this is where discernment comes thru by the holy spirit. Blessings

@sam6521 Месяц назад

Never clicked on a notification so fast before

@joshjones2497 Месяц назад

@RabdoInternetGuy Месяц назад

Same

@Imjustwatchinfr Месяц назад

Same bro

@christiankirkenes5922 Месяц назад

Lol me too 😂

@theworldasweknowit6818 Месяц назад

Real

@MuleSkinnerWS Месяц назад

"He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls." Proverbs 25 : 28 Three years ago, while battling addiction, that verse became a reassurance to me to continue studying philosophy, going to counseling, and engaging in a men's group even when a dear family member who, very much in the camp of "Only God can do it", raised concerns and objections to such things. Wisdom sought outside of oneself with humility and understanding will indeed make wise, but wisdom sought with pride and presumption will make one even more foolish than at his beginning. Excellent topic for discussion, thank you Dewayne.

@icecreamforcrowhurst Месяц назад

Humility is the key. PHILLIPIANS 2:3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than themselves.

@mustlearnmore4884 Месяц назад

Another incredible video. Stoic philosophy contributed to my return to my Christian faith (as did Dewayne's wise words), and I think it works very well alongside it. In fact, one of my daily prayers is 'The Serenity Prayer' which is effective in incorporating the main tenets of Stoicism. Thank you so much for your observations and advice, Mr. Noel. I just watched this with my eight year old son, and he loved it too (I've read him the Bible and Marcus Aurelius, so he appreciated this). God bless 🙏🏼❤️‍🔥✝️

@npc7687 Месяц назад

Tbh my whole life I grew up without a father and your videos really help me understand things that even at home I wouldn't have been taught, thank you very much❤

@thatonedude5971 Месяц назад

Can always count on this man's wisdom.

@coolkidsclub2008 Месяц назад

Hey Dwayne, my name is Jack, and I just want to say thank you to you and Momma.. my wife moved out last week, and we are going to talk about us in 2 days and see where we are going to try and go with this. I needed to say thank you because both of you have helped me take a step back and assess the last couple of years of our marriage and where I have been wrong. I've watched most of your videos over the past week multiple times, and it's helped me develop better problem solving skills, communication, listening, patience, and most of all and understanding of myself and who I want to be and how I want to get there. I've only been around for a week or so, but you guys can expect me to stick around, that's for sure! I hope all is well with you and your lady and wish you both a great day!

@JohannesWOW Месяц назад

never clicked so faster. looking forward to taking in your take on this matter.

@RomeoMestrovic1001 Месяц назад

Even when you are gone, you will live on! Thank you for sharing you wisdom

@allahalkareem8055 10 дней назад

Y u speaking on bros death, tf

@Myownshrink 10 дней назад

Is it an insult when I say: people will love you long after you are gone?

@icecreamforcrowhurst Месяц назад

I appreciate you taking the time to discuss this topic and sharing your wisdom.

@JohannesWOW Месяц назад

The power of discernment. That's what you spoke on.

@camillosteuss Месяц назад

@user-gc6wd7dm4w The author of contradiction is the limit of the individual human mind that is being guided toward The Truth... It can not and never shall it be able to comprehend God, The Truth, as carnal mind is limited, as is all of this world, utterly incapable of conceiving of Eternal and Infinite Perfection that is The Lord... How can something so individual, so limited, so case specific, unable to even fathom the number that would correspond to the current total count of every singular atomic subparticle in the universe - fathom the Perfection of God, which by necessity is both Infinite and Eternal, something we can not comprehend fully... We can speak of the notion, but the Eternity of Life-everlasting, of God is antithesis of time as we know it, as time both has the point at which it began, and has a point at which it will come to an end... Infinity which is the only word we have to describe the totality of The Father is the antithesis of the limited space, of the universe, which like the mathematical function of limes - able to tend to be inclined towards Infinity, but never reaching it... The point of it all is your personal faith, devotion to the fire at the altar of your mind, which gets confirmed and transformed into conviction that surpasses in time any and all inputs from the senses, any and all temptation to believe that God has forsaken you at any moment, for you have asked, and you have been answered... You heard the call, and you answered yourself, and now you go, knowing that the path before you is the path you need to walk in full conviction that God goes with you, and that at the end of that path, you shall be delivered unto ``the gates of heaven``... To put it crudely... It`s all a lot of symbols that try to depict and convey that which is beyond comprehension available to those captivated the deep sleep that fell upon Adam... By the dream of suits of flesh as the Bible puts it... The real discernment is being able to see the answers to your prayers, and in that alone have your faith turned into conviction... Something that is partially also required for the prayer to be answered, as it relies on your faith that God has received it, and has already answered it, even if you can not see the fruits as of yet... The faith is the substance of the things hoped for... There you have another quote from the Bible... Just as the answers to peoples prayers differ, for they differ, and as their paths to God differ, so too does the individual cognition of the answers to their questions... A simple minded person can not be answered in the same manner that the most brilliant of us can... An uneducated person can not be answered in the same manner than an educated one can, at least not if your sole desire is to allow them to perceive and grasp the full truth of the answer given, to ``save them from their ignorance``(quotations as that is not a human`s role nor talent)... Ave!

@allistertheeldritchmemegod3537 Месяц назад

@user-gc6wd7dm4w Discernment is something you need to grow. Mine can be better then yours and vice versa.

@kiranmal4057 Месяц назад

Amen to that

@noxplay4906 Месяц назад

@user-gc6wd7dm4w What? You're complicating something simple. I believe in objectivity and the truth. In your scenario, one person is wrong, or both are wrong. One person is right, or neither of them are right. But the truth still exists. Simple. Moral relativism is the reason why we're in the current mess we're in. Take a stand for something, and step into the arena. Be fearless and bold in pursuit of truth, don't compromise and say "oh, I don't know for sure so I'll just do as I please." That's what your thinking leads to. Even if what we decide isn't perfect, we have a CLEAR standard for conduct and how we should act. Order over chaos. If you stick to an objective standard you can be DECISIVE in your living

@seanfallo592 Месяц назад

@user-gc6wd7dm4wyou sound like Satan

@Kodiakbait Месяц назад

“Test everything and hold fast to that which is good” (I Thessalonians 5:21-22).

@ameandtori8085 День назад

Dwayne, I’m just blown away at your wisdom and authenticity…not many adult men ( not little boys trapped in a man’s body ) like you are blessing us women and children in this world. As a Christian woman with a strong Spiritual inclination I agree with everything you said in this video. Marcus Aurelius Meditations should not be missed but applied in every day living with the Almighty guidance from above. Thank you for sharing your genuine thoughts with the world 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

@AceyFemboy Месяц назад

This man is an absolute legend!

@waynelutteroty5332 Месяц назад

Hope u feel better sir god bless u an family! Always good to listen to u ! 🙏🏻

@nori87 17 дней назад

perfect timing sir, I am slowly trying to open my heart to jesus christ and its been tough keeping faith. I am also a huge fan and practice stoicism in my daily life. it tough living both lifestyles

@ObeseCaligula Месяц назад

Friday's with Frank was talking about stoicism this morning now I see this. It's a sign! ✨⭐

@TomTom-zv7ci Месяц назад

We were missing you, and you never disappoint

@squward Месяц назад

I’ve been thinking about this question a lot lately, this video was posted at the perfect time. Thank you sir

@KelseyMcHughOG Месяц назад

I appreciate your videos. ❤ I wish my father spoke to me like this growing up. Grateful for the internet and it’s gifts ❤

@constantineperatos3676 Месяц назад

I agree Dwayne , wisdom is found in different places, it rains on the just and unjust..there you are I shortened it up for ya, 😊..but I know you took a break and missed us so you extended your time so gracefully to us..❤

@SmilingBeaver-ou7nc Месяц назад

Blessings to You and Your Family. Praise Be Everyone 💙❤✨🙏

@user-wd8bu8si9r Месяц назад

Once again, thank you. Glad you are feeling better.

@4497niko 2 дня назад

I think stoicism only adds and helps too. They’re similar on wisdom/morals. Thank you for making the video, everyone should hear this!

@jonathantenney2339 Месяц назад

I like the explanation of the western mind, and how that correlates to our understanding.

@jamesallison4875 Месяц назад

I just love and respect you so much. Thanks for sharing your open minded thoughts. God speaks to us in many ways to all cultures. All we have to do is listen.

@lostinsideministry7467 13 дней назад

thank you for your honesty and willingness to share your views, you are indredibly helpful to me and I appreciate you!

@mikeymorrison272 24 дня назад

Loved the video. Meditations helped me get out of depression in 2020. I was atheist at the time now I'm a believer of Jesus Christ and for me at least i believe both can be good.

@lalonimagnuson9859 Месяц назад

Thank you for this. Your kindness and respect for those who are afraid or nervous to branch out was lovely. But your guidance on the decernment of reading and educating yourself on other works besides the Bible to gain other wisdoms and points of view is inspiring. Thank you.

@stefankruger1057 14 дней назад

It's so funny how certain things in life pop up just when you need it or need to know about it - or the youtube algorithm is just that good. But like a few people said, I clicked on this so fast and hard I nearly broke my phone screen. Thanks for the video!

@micahwoods4561 Месяц назад

Forever grateful for you Dewayne❤️

@gregoryjanczak7013 7 дней назад

A lot of what you said are things I also believe concerning Stoicism and Christianity even before I watched this video. I did watch this video to see how close you are to what I believe and conclude we are both spot on with each other. However, you did touch on eastern vs western philosophies and the "Near East" that was interesting. Finally, I see Stoicism as another angle that I can grasp and apply Chrisitan principles that perhaps I had not thought about.

@matheuscabral2202 Месяц назад

Nice to see you talking about the similarities of the book of proverbs and meditations by Marcus Aurelius. I spoke about this with my barber (which I often talk to about God often) some time ago and he completely agreed!!

@artemisXsidecross Месяц назад

Well done and thank you for an excellent talk, wisdom is far older than written language’s 5,000 year’s record.

@langcamp3125 11 дней назад

I thoroughly enjoyed this video as it helped me sum up my feelings about this subject with Christianity & Stoicism . I totally agree with your perspective. Thanks for your efforts my friend. 👍👍

@falconheart21 Месяц назад

One can believe that the Bible is the word of God, without believing that’s all He ever had to say to us. I think God teaches and inspires everyone willing to listen, as much as they are willing to listen.

@ht5_ Месяц назад

Revelation 22:18 NASB95 I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues which are written in this book. Seems to me that the Bible (the Word of God) is complete, with nothing to add.

@ScottM117 Месяц назад

@@ht5_it’s not that there is more to add to the Bible itself but rather God may have revealed wisdom and truth to individuals thru the ages who have written it down from their perspective. God may reveal things to you that you’ve been praying about and you share that with someone else for their benefit. That doesn’t mean you’re adding to the Bible because of what God has revealed to you or answered your prayer.

@ericbeatty5107 6 дней назад

I’m a Christian that has benefited from studying Stoicism. I find the Delphic Maxims to be a great study as well. Thanks for the suggestion of the Jefferson Bible. I will check it out.

@steeverreno Месяц назад

Great topic, sir and insightful as well. I'm one of those in the blood and the gospel guys, but Marcus Aurelius provided me great insight and help at a critical juncture in my life.

@skyfrog42 Месяц назад

Just a few months ago I learned about Stoicism. Now I'm reading "Meditations of Marcus Aurelius". Just as you mentioned, I also just discard Zeus, et. al., and focus on the wisdom contained in the writings. Thousands of years of wisdom in the Bible and Stoic writings literally at our fingertips. I hope more people learn from this collection of ancient wisdom and apply it to todays world. As a Christian and Stoic, I have learned to be a better Man, which in turn has brought me an inner peace and happiness to others..

@illnick6393 13 дней назад

The Jefferson Bible is simply a compilation of favorite moments from Bible by an intelligent man.

@FlyingVFan Месяц назад

Dwayne, Longtime subscriber. I thoroughly enjoy your videos. Please keep doing what you are doing. I am no Classicist, but I have a love of knowledge and history. I do have to say, the foundations of Western Philosophy were being fleshed out in the 5th and 4th century BCE. Approximately a century prior to the earliest known writings of the dead sea scrolls. Eastern Philosophy, on the third hand, is much older; dating somewhere between 10th-5th century BCE. What humans believed before that, is on the table. I do not comment to disavow any belief system, nor to speak on the creation of the universe itself. I have zero oppositions to people reading Theological texts. However, to compare and contrast these teachings without context, is doing ourselves a historical and theological disservice. The writing, organization, interpretation, and distribution of the Dead Sea Scrolls is shrouded with mystery and tragedy. Where the wisdom comes from, as you mention, is for each of us to decide as we stumble uphill on our paths. The Great Architect of The Universe? Daimons/Daemons? Apotheosis through Theophagy? Human or Non-Human intelligence? Translatory knowledge or Transformative knowledge? I cannot say that I know. I do agree with you when you allude to the idea that you can juxtapose these teachings, cherry pick, and implement our own wisdom, to become a better version of ourselves. If we can embody these teachings, without falling prey to dogmatism, then we can potentially reach Eudemonia. I find that many of your tidbits and lectures dance around with Western Philosophy, Eastern Philosophy, and Biblical teachings. I think that you balance them well. You have a lot to teach the world. This did indeed make me think a little bit. Thank you, Dwayne.

@jonnymoney1071 Месяц назад

Wow, one of the first. Greetings from Europe, my Amerian Friends ❤

@user-wd8bu8si9r Месяц назад

Greetings!

@alexsmith-ob3lu 15 дней назад

Pagan in soul, Christian at heart and Cosmic in thinking. That is how I balance my world views and my philosophical approach to life here on Earth.

@railtime9872 27 дней назад

Fantastic! Wonderfully and respectfully said. I find that when I quote stoicism or buddha people let their walls down a bit. 95% of the time the conversation will go deeper and touch upon my Christian faith. We are only to plant seeds. God must draw them. I believe your testimony should be mostly shown. And whether it’s a huge charitable act or just showing respect to your fellow human beings, leave everything and everyone a bit better/uplifted/hopeful etc. Thank you for making your other channel as well.

@ciaranscl 21 день назад

As a relatively new christian, I sincerely appreciate your voice on this matter. God bless you.

@vladtheimpaler7878 22 дня назад

Meditations has saved my physical life, the Bible and Yeshua has saved my spiritual life.

@cdt-Randy Месяц назад

Hello there good sir, I'm very very thankful that i got in to this channel and I've been watching you for almost like two year's now, sir i really really appreciate all the advice from you, I graduated in Philippine army ocs(officer candidate school) as a 2nd lieutenant , Thank you so much sir.

@Bigsky1886 12 дней назад

For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

@Velociraptor74 Месяц назад

Gods providence to watch this title after reading Seneca and seeing his belief in "guardian angels" and "God" with a capital G. Thank you Dwayne, I wish you a good weekend.

@EZlikeWhat Месяц назад

Appreciate you….please continue sharing your thoughts, experiences and wisdom. You have a gift in the ability to express yourself so well…who needs a therapist when you’ve got Dewayne? Vote Dewayne 2024 🇺🇸!

@timcisneros1351 Месяц назад

Raised a Catholic, left the church after my cousin was raped and murdered by a Catholic priest. Stoicism (which is not a religion) has been a great help in my life. I no longer "worry" about things outside my control. There are only 2 things in this world 1) the things you control 2) the things you don't. You take all that energy you used to waste and you put it towards the things that you do have control over. Such a simple redirection will change your life. Turn off the news cycles (only essential news is necessary) and the doomscrolling and get to work on your own life. I know what I'm talking about 68 years old and building a Timber Frame cabin for my wife and I from lumber we milled ourselves after renting our entire lives. Married 35 years. Professional Blacksmith, husband , Father and Grandfather. Thank you Dewayne. Great advice.

@michaelcleveland8667 Месяц назад

You don’t leave Christs Church because bad people did bad things Any Catholic who leaves the church can’t be saved.

@timcisneros1351 Месяц назад

@michaelcleveland8667 I'm not worried. You are free to believe whatever you want. I went to Catholic schools, I was an Alter boy. I get it. Good luck.

@timcisneros1351 Месяц назад

I guess you're trying to scare me into being a "believer" Strange religion. I can see this conversation going nowhere....

@thescaleofnature5775 Месяц назад

Both The Bible and Meditations have profoundly shaped my life. For several years, I've read Meditations at least once a year, and it helped me change for the better. Since I came back to Christ a couple of years ago, I read the Bible a lot more, and I can see the similarities in ideas between Solomon and Aurelius. The only part I struggle with came after recently learning about Aurelius' persecution of the Christians. Like you said, take what's useful, and discard the rest.

@MichaelHanson-tx5lm Месяц назад

I got a great deal out of this video! I will definitely take your advice and get wisdom where I can find it. I also really enjoyed and learned from the video on the chat room Bible talk called it ain’t persecution. It’s certainly ain’t! We need men of God, not wimps of God! Keep it up

@jonfernandez8027 Месяц назад

I appreciate you sharing your insight. Practicing stoicism was my gateway to developing my Christian faith. I agree stoicism is not a perfect match to Christianity, but it helped me to let go, be at peace (another video I thoroughly enjoyed), and accept Jesus Christ into my life.

@curtisphillips4497 Месяц назад

Dewayne, I am an ardent, passionate Christian and a lifelong student of the Bible-God’s covenant with us. I thought you expressed this idea clearly and I agree with you. There is so much more that we Christians can understand about good ideas and wisdom without violating our allegiance to the root of it all-the Bible. By the way, really enjoy the Plasencia Alma de Fuego!

@rainbowtropolis Месяц назад

I'm not religious, I understand what you're saying, and appreciate the perspective! Stay cool out there.

@doctor1alex 21 день назад

I have found the confessional reformed faith to be the most faithful to the Scriptures. But whatever dogma or doctrine you follow, "unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God."

@paolopereyra6213 Месяц назад

I know one day you will be gone but you’re going lo leave so much wisdom and work to get done I apréciate people like you who takes time to explain and motivate others that’s what a leader is all about

@willcooper7345 24 дня назад

An enlightened man! People, I am in seminary… but Wisdom comes from many pathways and through many channels and minds - but the source and origin is God-given. Remember, God uses all men for His Glory - even non-believers and those unwilling to acknowledge Him. Would we be wise or foolish to disregard Philosophy in its’ entirety - even as it is not “scripture”? I hope the answer is obvious- NO! In fact, these other sources can strengthen and affirm stronger faith too! Finally, I think there is plenty of evidence to show that the methods and processes of logical thinking has served theologians as they expressed their insights with greater reasoning because of the non-religious “Great Thinkers” of history! Example: Ayn Rand was atheist but some of her views and thoughts were impactful. This man, Dewayne… is helping to influence people to think for themselves! That is admirable because if you don’t think for yourself, there has always been and will always be a long line of others who will think for you - and enslave your mind. Rise above that to think and embrace all wisdom to be better today than you were yesterday! Thank you for sharing Dewayne. Always an insightful pleasure to “sit down” with you and hear truth.

@danielobrien4422 Месяц назад

DeWayne, thanks for these thoughts on Marcus A. & Stoic philophies as they related to or dont relate to Biblical teachings on wisdom in living life. There are some ideas of benefit in Stoicism - particularly when they run along side and are consistent with Scriptural teaching. Take care - I follow your podcasts and see them as thought provoking and beneficial. D. O'Brien in Kansas

@bigdaddyr6847 21 день назад

Dewayne this is my favorite video of yours. We are cut from the same cloth and yes placencia makes excellent cigars and brick house is quickly becoming my go to which used to be anything perdomo…. Take care

@pooch72 Месяц назад

Bless you, thank you for the upload

@yuhengwu6853 Месяц назад

Thank you so much Dewayne, you have really had a very positive impact on my life in just a few months..

@Yrrej8611 Месяц назад

I don't identify as a Christian, but I was able to take some lessons from this video & hopefully share some of my own insights. I never read much into Stoicism, but I'm familiar with its general concept. I've taken pieces from Agnosticism, Buddhism, & Spiritualism & have came up with my own sort of faith, & this video has given me more things to explore on my own. I figured I'd "trade" some spiritual information; but basically the main principle of Buddhism (Mainly the eradication of suffering & how one does that via the 8-Fold Path) is that by following the 8 principles of the 8-Fold Path, you remove suffering from your life & the life of others. It has a very similar message to Stoicism & many of the principles of Christianity. It's interesting because Buddhism developed separate from Stoicism & Christianity & came up with some very similar principles.

@notmyrealname1238 День назад

You're a great man, you're a great inspiration thank you!

@xandergrae9444 Месяц назад

Words fitly spoken are like apples of gold in pictures of silver. Thankyou.

@DLG24 29 дней назад

My degree is in philosophy. I've lived in South Korea for many years. I agree with your approach. Much of what I learned in philosophy is expressed by Asian people, just in their own ways through their culture. We can take what we need from both sides. In a way we write with both hands.

@sageway479 21 день назад

Thanks for covering this topic

@recycled3654 Месяц назад

I'm glad you said that, I've use Meditations mostly to understand why people do the things that they do. It had helped me so much in my life, I count it as a must-have just like the bible, truly instrumental in how I view many things today and strive to be.

@kurtjones2151 Месяц назад

Good talk Dwayne, I always say that if it makes you a better human being then don't worry about the source. I'll be checking out the Jefferson Bible for sure. Thank you. ✌️

@flamingburritto Месяц назад

I am an atheist. But I don't reject the values that religion can teach us. In trying times like these I hope other atheists can also put aside any hatred any they have take the path of learning.

@colincannon6059 Месяц назад

God is REAL

@flamingburritto Месяц назад

@@colincannon6059 Maybe for you. that's fine. For me there is no God.

@colincannon6059 Месяц назад

@flamingburritto eternity is a forever thing, after this life! John 3:16 whosoever shall believe in me shall not perish, but have everlasting life, don't you want another life?

@rebeledvid Месяц назад

It doesn't matter if he believes in G-d, G, G-d believes in him.@@colincannon6059

@thescatologistcopromancer3936 Месяц назад

@@colincannon6059That's an incredibly greedy way to try and convince someone to become religious. If you're only in it for the benefits you're the worst.

@christopherrichardbass-bar5727 23 дня назад

Thanks for clarifying this, DeWayne. Interesting reflection.

@notpiki6806 Месяц назад

your advices are gold

@garyb4929 Месяц назад

Dwayne, that's one of best descriptions of stoicism I've heard & concur with it. I've never tried that brand of cigar, might have to pick a few up. Thanks .

@ethanchristopher6709 Месяц назад

I read meditiation while a missionary in Korea. It struck me as a very inspired piece, and I cannot think of a single instance that I found a nugget of wisdom from meditations that did not relate to a bible verse.

@Rony-azad 15 дней назад

meen as 30 st young man ı reall respect you and ı love the way you are.wish one man have a life like yours

@harveybliss8003 24 дня назад

I also struggled to reconcile theism and stoicism but they actually go together very well. Stoicism gives us a detailed account on the development of virtues, virtues connect us with God and sin separates us many of the ancient Greeks believed in a higher power as well. So theism and stoicism are complementary.

@ArtisanVaquero Месяц назад

🎉🎉🎉 great points on the Asiatic culture of Orient versus western old eastern Orient culture like old English

@vladtheimpaler7878 22 дня назад

Marcus was the most powerful man on earth, yet he sought not to exploit anyone, and strived to be the best human he can be. He was truly a great man and a great person. And he wrote these things in private, like he’s the loneliest man trying to do his best. Meditations is truly one of the greatest books ever written.

@Clover-qz8nl Месяц назад

Thank youuuu for this amazing video of calming me down with your words of encouragement and kindness ❤️ thank youuuu and thank youuuu

@ActionableFreedom Месяц назад

Bruh. Ur cool dude. Ppl who watch u are mostly chill. The tides are turning on the constant cancelling of people thing. We all appreciate you. No need to fear that woke folks will hate you or that christian fundamentalists will crucify you for saying something wrong. Ur good. Mucho gusto.

@SecretSquirrel8888 Месяц назад

Duane, read the Geography of Thought. It is a good theory/explanation of what you are talking about in this video about the difference in thinking/communication of Western vs Eastern and how they evolved/formed over the millenia.

@user-vd7nf1uq8q Месяц назад

Umm Dwayne.... I have to say Sir I am writing your name in on my Presidential election ballot this year. This is a 100% promise.

@fantasticfifth5 Месяц назад

I'm not a religious guy but i am gonna read the jefferson bible, now that you explained about it

@TheJTTOPGUN Месяц назад

You said it best yourself. All wisdom comes from God. To limit yourself from wisdom is to limit yourself from God. Love isn’t making a blind choice. Love is knowing all your choices and choosing one.

@benridge6570 Месяц назад

Excellent point, well taken. Wisdom can also be found in native americans. Culture, pass down through oral, history. . My thoughts are. God is a righteous judge. From a humble Christian and Stoic reader.

@teslakanal 24 дня назад

Bless you sir. I wish I had a grandpa like you. Greetings from Germany

@jessebower5843 15 дней назад

This was helpful. I appreciate it Dwayne.

@Phoenix-sq9ce Месяц назад

ive had the same standpoint on it but i havent been able to put this explanation into words to my mother, i really appreciate your ability to do that and need to work on my ability to do so for sure😂

@2raw2war2 20 дней назад

Excellent description. It’s the wisdom not the doctrine.

@user-vd7nf1uq8q Месяц назад

Dwayne, thank you again

@thehightide2559 26 дней назад

Tao Te Ching Part 1, 7-two (last sentence): "Is it not because he has no personal and private ends, that therefore such ends are realised?" So the way it clicks so far is this: you surrender yourself to God and become a better person, therefore realising yourself and really everything much better. Surrendering to God: this means to empty yourself, to let out all the bad, superficial stuff and just let the good stuff come from the silence that is the catalyst of such a process. Yes, you literally need to do nothing to do everything... but to do nothing is so hard, that's why simple breathing exercises are so effective (because it seems like our heads are constantly so hyperactive, that it is a problem and a simple mind can fix that instantly). Another great concept... big mind or simple mind and small mind (Shunryu Suzuki)

@daviddavis7136 Месяц назад

I know and understand everything you're sayin and it's absolutely true

@SkorpyoTFC Месяц назад

I picked up a copy of Meditations because you mentioned it before, and I've had it recommended from other people as well. One of the first things that really caught my eye about it was how similar the more direct passages in Meditations are to the sorts of scripture people usually point to as practical, everyday counsel.

@DrGero15 Месяц назад

Where can you get it? Link?

@SkorpyoTFC Месяц назад

@@DrGero15 Pretty much anywhere that sells books online. It's never out of print.

@sjdarlak Месяц назад

Thanks Dwane, you have a great gift , and that you have used it for our all benefit its a God's work. Agree 100% on stoicism, but could never be able to explain it like you did! 🙏