Rudolf Steiner Audio CW 131 From Jesus to Christ: Lecture 6: (Karlsruhe, 10th October 1911) by Rudolf Steiner
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Mar 22, 2023 Explores Christianity's core question of Christ's resurrection and why modern minds resist it. Examines gospel scenes as initiation-style accounts with factual details like the empty tomb and Mary Magdalene's encounter. Contrasts Paul's transformative Damascus vision and his idea of Christ as a new Adam. Introduces spiritual science ideas about humanity's fourfold composition and how Christ entered at baptism.
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Resurrection Breaches Modern Thought
- The resurrection question divides worldviews and challenges modern naturalism.
- Steiner cites Strauss and a contemporary reviewer to show how accepting the resurrection would upend modern thought.
Gospels Blend Mysteries And History
- Steiner links Gospel events to ancient initiation rituals but sees the Gospels as more than ritual prototypes.
- He argues Gospel narratives combine mystery-initiation patterns with historically detailed occurrences.
Textual Details Argue For Historicity
- The Gospel resurrection scenes present vivid, concrete details that imply factual reportage.
- Steiner highlights specific textual elements (running disciples, linen, Mary’s encounter) as insisting on historical reality.
