Why did Britain's religious landscape shift so dramatically in forty years?
In short: Don Cupitt, a leading Christian philosopher, reflects on his seminal 1984 series that challenged the UK to confront its declining church attendance and evolving spiritual identity.
The video explores the legacy of Cupitt's 'The Sea of Faith,' a series that reached a broad audience—from everyday viewers to Anglican clergy—during an era when such profound debates could still secure front-page coverage in publications like the Radio Times.
Cupitt examines the mechanics of how and why attitudes toward religion shifted over four decades. By looking back at this cultural turning point, he provides context for where these critical conversations about faith are currently taking place today.
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