Warrior Poet: The Interplay of Spirit and Matter

Warrior Poet: The Interplay of Spirit and Matter

Warrior Poet: The Interplay of Spirit and Matter

Episode 63
1:47:27

Mikhail Abdul-Latif is a professional MMA fighter, poet, author and seeker. For the second time we dive deep into meaning of life, materialism vs spirituality, truth and yin and yang of modern world. The discussion opens with an impactful poem and dives into topics such as the metaphysical nature of home, the complexities of human behavior and politics, and the often overlooked spiritual dimensions of martial arts. Mikhail also shares insights on truth from a postmodern and Islamic perspective, and we explore the challenges of modern masculinity through martial arts and philosophical balance. This episode offers a rich exploration of human potential, cultural perspectives, and the quest for a meaningful existence.

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Highlights
00:49
Mikhail's Poem and Political Reflections
02:53
Human Nature and Political Tribalism
04:06
Cultural and Linguistic Divisions
06:17
The Quranic Perspective on Unity and Division
11:22
Truth and Postmodernism
34:37
Martial Arts and Metaphysics
57:42
Modern Masculinity and Its Contradictions
59:13
The Warrior Poet: Balancing Pen and Sword
59:54
Applied Philosophy: Merging Thought and Action
01:01:07
The Role of Violent Capacity in Compassion
01:01:58
Generational Training and Martial Arts
01:04:29
Personal Experiences and Lessons in Violence
01:10:58
The Importance of Presence and Mindfulness
01:15:13
Balancing Desires and Moral Injunctions
01:17:03
Polygamy, Monogamy, and Human Nature
01:42:58
The Separation of Form and Meaning in Modernity
01:43:37
Concluding Thoughts and Poetic Reflection

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Mikhail Jamal-Latif

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