The Straussian interpretation of the Bible focuses on esoteric, hidden meanings that have disruptive potential; the Book of Revelation is called the 'Apocalypse' (unveiling), and unveiling the true nature of social order can destabilize it, so these truths must be carefully guarded.

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Peter Thiel

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certain ways of understanding the world that um um have this disruptive way and you know, you don't want enlightenment simply that if you if you just tell people the secret messages um it it has a sort of unraveling effect

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Peter Thiel on Political Theology | Conversations with TylerMercatus Center
Created: 8/11/2026, 7:18:46 AM

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