Forging Ploughshares

Anthony Bartlett on the Significance of Benoît Chantre for Girardian Theory

August 31, 2026·1h 38m
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Anthony Bartlett explains to Brad and Paul the significance of Benoît Chantre, the biographer and last key conversation partner with René Girard with whom the book Battling to the End, Girard's last word. Chantre attempts to direct Girard away from a dark apocalypticism toward what he calls an intimate mediation in Christ. If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work. Become a Patron!

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