The Chevalier points out that the first question is posed exactly opposite to what it should be. The Calvinists are followers of the OT, not the other way around.
The second question deals with the only major difference that I have with the Chevalier. I am a Thomist and a moderate realist. He is a Platonist and and ultra-realist. However, it is a fascinating discussion, going into some detail about mediaeval philosophy.
The third question(s) is/are amusing. I'm sure they came from some young, romantic, American monarchist. Even Mr Frankini questions the sincerity of the second question in this segment.
I am a monarchist. I am the sworn subject of HM Elizabeth II, Queen of Canada. I have flown the Union Jack, the Maple Leaf of Canada, and the Cross of St George. Those flew alongside the US flag, and it was in the place of honour since I live in the US.
However, only a young, romantic, American monarchist would ask such questions.
The discussion on the Chinese Empire and the Church is fascinating. It's amazing that Catholicism ever gained a foothold in China. However, he points out that the Empire couldn't hold a candle to Mao in cruelty and slaughter, but since the US makes money off the ChiComs, we let that slide.
The section on Haiti and Catholicism is great. He points out that the death of monarchism/imperialism in Haiti was certainly encouraged by the republican United States.
The discussion of Latin America is great! He points out that a strong government is needed to keep the riotous individuality of Catholic culture on a tight reign. He contrasts that individuality with the meek, sheeplike conformity of the American people.
I am reminded of European friends who upon coming to the US were absolutely amazed that Americans simply obeyed the nanny state anti-smoking laws. They said, 'This is not the land of the free and the home of the brave. It is is the home of a thoroughly cowed flock of sheep.'
Another friend, an American, went to France. He had his photo taken under as many 'No Smoking' signs as possible. He was so amused that no one paid attention to the law!
He finishes with a discussion of the protestant American influence on Latin America and the great evil that that influence has visited on the countries and Church in Latin America.
Modern day St Gregory the Great? He imagines a Pope with the beliefs and praxis of a Benedict XVI with the proud pushiness of a Francis. He points out that the reaction from the civil regimes would probably be dangerous. He also points out that we do not deserve a decent Pope right now.
It finishes with a disquisition on sedevacantism and such a Pope. He points out that sedevacantism is a dead end. If there has been no valid Pope since Pius XII, where are the Cardinals, the valid Bishops to carry on the Church?
Watch the very end! A discussion of a bored Imperial bureaucrat in 18th century Austria, faced with a vampire! Hilarious!
Why is the Old Testament so Calvinistic? 1:25 You are anathema if you are not a Thomist! 8:02 What flags should monarchists fly? 23:15 Chinese Monarchy and Christianity 28:23 Haiti & Catholicism 33:24 Why are South American countries so bad? 35:43 Modern Day Pope St. Gregory's Impact on the Church 45:15
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