Marilynne Robinson on Biblical Interpretation, Calvinist Thought, and Religion in America

In this episode of Conversations with Tyler, Tyler Cowen interviews Marilynne Robinson, a renowned writer, about her new book, "Reading Genesis," and her broader perspectives on the Hebrew Bible, theology, and literature. They discuss themes of betrayal, divine choice versus free will, and the influence of Genesis on Western literature. Robinson shares her Calvinist views, interpretations of the Old Testament, and thoughts on figures like Calvin and Shakespeare. The conversation also explores the role of ritual sacrifice, the concept of the Antichrist, the secularization of academia, and the changing political landscape of Iowa, providing insights into Robinson's theological and literary viewpoints.