Pope Francis's recent interactions with US Vice President Vance raised questions about the intersection of politics and theology. After Francis's death, Vance expressed admiration but also appeared patronizing. Their meeting occurred post Francis's critique of Vance’s views on refugees in a letter to US bishops, highlighting a broader context of religious instrumentalization for political purposes. Vance’s online spat with Rory Stewart over St Augustine’s ordo amoris showcased a troubling trend where politicians adopt theological positions, drawing criticism and skepticism about their understanding of love and compassion as it applies to social policy.
Francis criticized Vance for his cruel treatment of refugees while addressing a broader trend of using religion for nationalism and populism.
Vance's interpretation of St Augustine's concept of ordo amoris elicited skepticism from critics, highlighting a troubling overlap between politics and theology.
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