

Rudolf Steiner Audio
Dale B. Brunsvold
Audio recordings by myself of the works of Rudolf Steiner. To search use volume number and 'Steiner'
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Sep 7, 2024 • 59min
CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 6 [second lecture of second section] (Dornach, 27 September 1915) by Rudolf Steiner
Rudolf Steiner delves into the emotional consequences of materialism, exploring how worldviews affect our lived experiences. He critiques conventional theories of concept formation, arguing for an inner reconstruction approach. The discussion shifts to the relationship between space, time, and causality, contrasting modern science with Goethe's archetypal methods. Steiner emphasizes the importance of objective disciplines and the need to ground knowledge in lived experiences, warning against the reduction of reality to mere formulas.

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Sep 7, 2024 • 1h 10min
CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 7 [third lecture of second section] (Dornach, 2 October 1915) by Rudolf Steiner
Rudolf Steiner delves into the defense of spiritual science against scientific skeptics, illuminating the pitfalls of purely materialistic views. He explores the vast implications of measurement, highlighting its limits in understanding consciousness and afterlife. The transition from materialism to the concept of energy as a unifying force is examined, alongside the connection between numerical laws and living phenomena. Steiner also contrasts Jesus' teachings with organized Christianity, revealing the tension between spiritual insights and institutional dogma.

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Sep 7, 2024 • 42min
CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 8 [fourth lecture of second section] (Dornach, 3 October 1915) by Rudolf Steiner
Rudolf Steiner delves into the significance of Christ and the mystery of Golgotha in Christianity. He contrasts faith with science, explaining the rise of theosophy amidst conflicting beliefs. The discussion touches on the unique elements of Western spiritual science compared to Indian doctrines. Steiner addresses the reality of thoughts and feelings as spiritual entities and emphasizes the importance of karma and reincarnation. He argues for a rigorous approach to spiritual science, asserting it complements rather than replaces Christianity.

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Sep 7, 2024 • 1h 7min
CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 9 [fifth lecture of second section] (Dornach, 4 October 1915) by Rudolf Steiner
Rudolf Steiner delves into materialism, explaining its sensory origins and the historical shifts that led to its rise. He argues for a synthesis of modern science with spiritual understanding, highlighting the importance of studying anatomy through a material lens. Critiquing agnosticism and blind faith in scientific authority, he emphasizes the need for rigorous spiritual inquiry. Steiner advocates for reincarnation as a framework for moral justice, encouraging listeners to integrate scientific study with spiritual practices for holistic growth.

Sep 7, 2024 • 42min
CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 10 [sixth lecture of second section] (Dornach, 9 October 1915) by Rudolf Steiner
Rudolf Steiner delves into the significance of thinking within spiritual science, arguing that modern materialistic science necessitates a spiritual inquiry. He discusses findings linking brain structure to criminality and the ethical implications of viewing crime purely through a material lens. Critiquing contemporary philosophy, he promotes Goethe's scientific method to enhance perception and transformation. Steiner emphasizes the impact of education on the etheric body and explores the psychological roots of social hatred, asserting that feelings dictate ideas and political views.

Sep 7, 2024 • 39min
CW 164 The Value of Thinking: Lecture 11 (Dornach, August 20, 1915) [End of Book] by Rudolf Steiner

Aug 1, 2024 • 1h
CW 83 The Tension Between East and West: Lecture 1 Anthroposophy and Natural Science (Vienna, June 1, 1922) by Rudolf Steiner

Aug 1, 2024 • 52min
CW 83 The Tension Between East and West: Lecture 2 Anthroposophy and Psychology (Vienna, June 2, 1922) by Rudolf Steiner

Aug 1, 2024 • 48min
CW 83 The Tension Between East and West: Lecture 3 Anthroposophy and World Orientation (East and West in History) (Vienna, June 3, 1922) by Rudolf Steiner

Aug 1, 2024 • 47min


