EPISODE · Sep 9, 2024 · 27 MIN
“Bloods and Crips: Modern-Day Holy Warriors in an Urban Battlefield”
from Before Breakfast · host Kathlene Herberger
The Bloods and Crips are two of the most well-known street gangs in the United States, originating in Los Angeles in the late 20th century. While they are often associated with violence and crime, examining them through a philosophical and theological lens reveals deeper layers of meaning and significance. This dissertation aims to explore the Bloods and Crips as modern-day fighters in a holy war, drawing parallels with historical holy wars and the conflict between the church and mystics during the Enlightenment.
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The Bloods and Crips are two of the most well-known street gangs in the United States, originating in Los Angeles in the late 20th century. While they are often associated with violence and crime, examining them through a philosophical and theological lens reveals deeper layers of meaning and significance. This dissertation aims to explore the Bloods and Crips as modern-day fighters in a holy war, drawing parallels with historical holy wars and the conflict between the church and mystics during the Enlightenment.
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