Christians and epic literature

Can we be heroes?

Thu 21 Sep 2017

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Stories, story-telling and adventure have been part of human experience for centuries. We still watch epic multi-part epic stories on our streaming platforms and in cinemas.

What does epic literature say about the human condition? Is noble heroism the answer to the turmoil of existence? Are we the playthings of fate? And does Christianity have an alternative?

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Michael Jensen

Michael Jensen is an author and lecturer. He is a regular guest on The Drum and contributes articles to the ABC on religion and ethics. Michael also has a podcast that aims to teach people how to have better conversations. He is the author of numerous books including Is Forgiveness Really Free?, My God, My God - Is it Possible to Believe Anymore? and You: An Introduction - and he has even had a book banned from state schools!