In this episode of Socrates in Oxford, host Eric Metaxas is joined by Lord Nigel Biggar—author, scholar, and minister—who examines the complicated history of the British Empire and challenges the increasingly simple narrative that colonialism was an unqualified force for evil.
Drawing on the history, theology, and moral philosophy found in his book “Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning,” Biggar explores both the profound injustices and genuine achievements of the empire, arguing that a truthful account must acknowledge both. He considers the Christian roots of the abolitionist movement, the motivations behind Britain’s efforts to end the slave trade, and the enduring evidence of the empire’s both positive and negative legacy.
Throughout this conversation, Biggar shares the remarkable story of how his book nearly never came to be after its original publisher canceled the project amid concerns over potential outrage, raising a larger question about whether our understanding of history is being shaped more by emotional reactions or by a careful examination of the facts.
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