Western Friend Podcast

22. Bill Durland - Martyrs for the Truth

May 06, 2023 Mary Klein
Western Friend Podcast
22. Bill Durland - Martyrs for the Truth
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Attorney, peace activist, author, educator, and former member of the Virginia State Legislature Bill Durland joins us for episode 22 of the Western Friend Podcast. Delving into the theme of "Martyrs for the Truth," Dr. Durland shares about his journey to Quakerism and Pacifism, why more people aren’t standing up for justice today, his history as a civil rights attorney and peace activist, optimism for today,  even...breaking the law! You don’t want to miss it!   

See his contributions to Western Friend HERE
You can find more of his writing HERE

The Soul Force Ones podcast can be accessed HERE

Introduction
On his motivations
On breaking the law
Why aren't more people standing up?
The military, pacifism, and peace
Jesus as son of man or son of God?
Does notion of "son of man" resonate?
On the idea of "sacrificing" for one's values
On potential threats and risks
On the notion of "martyr"
Speaking truth to power
Does one's purpose change?
On supporting and engaging youthful activists
On his time in the Virginia Legislature
On passing legislation
Outro