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Matthew Fox
Matthew Fox
Matthew Fox
Wednesday 10th August 2016
Join Matthew Fox on 'The One You Feed' as he explores The Four Paths to God and how to cultivate a balanced, contemplative lifestyle.
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Get the buttons here!Matthew Fox on The Four Paths to God and Embracing Creation Spirituality
We have to put our creativity to work if compassion and justice-making are going to bear fruit and be effective.
Imagine finding a spiritual path that connects deeply with both ancient wisdom and modern ecological movements. That's what Matthew Fox brings to the table in this episode of 'The One You Feed'. An American priest and theologian, Fox was once part of the Dominican Order within the Roman Catholic Church but later joined the Episcopal Church after his expulsion in 1993.
His pioneering work in Creation Spirituality draws from medieval Catholic mystics like Hildegard of Bingen and Thomas Aquinas, blending their philosophies with contemporary environmental consciousness. Host Eric Zimmer chats with Fox about his concept of The Four Paths to God: Via Positiva, Via Negativa, Via Creativa, and Via Transformativa. Each path offers a unique approach to exploring spirituality. Via Positiva celebrates the awe and wonder of life, while Via Negativa encourages us to embrace silence, solitude, and even suffering.
Via Creativa focuses on the birth of creativity from nothingness, and Via Transformativa channels that creativity into acts of compassion and justice. Fox emphasizes the importance of cultivating a contemplative lifestyle to achieve balance and vitality. He suggests that feeding our chakras well leads to a life centered in love, whereas neglecting them results in fear and envy.
He also touches on the critical role of nature in our spiritual journey, urging us to appreciate the simple blessings we often take for granted. The conversation delves into deeper societal issues as well, including technology's impact on our lives and the ongoing struggle for LGBTQ+ acceptance within religious communities. Fox argues that many religions still grapple with these issues, likening it to the Galileo case of our time.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual practice while staying grounded in the realities of modern life. Whether you're drawn to ancient mysticism or contemporary ecological movements, Matthew Fox's insights offer a rich tapestry of ideas to explore.