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Mythos & LogosThe Fate of Merlin: Mad Prophet & Sorcerer of Arthurian Legend (Myrddin Wyllt, Lady of the Lake)00:00 Introduction00:07 Merlin, from the Nuremberg Chronicle00:20 Merlin by Aubrey Beardsley00:24 Prince Arthur Educated by Thomas Pennant01:03 The Mad Prophet01:18 Fresco "Iwein" by Hartmann von Aue, photo Thomas Wozniak, Creative Commons01:37 Alauda arvensis Nest, photo Beentree, Creative Commons01:48 Battle of Crécy by Loyset Liédet01:59 Geoffrey of Monmouth, The Life of Merlin02:57 Zum Wilden Mann, Passau, photo Andreas Praefcke, Creative Commons03:05 The Wild Man by Conrad Meyer03:25 Carrion Crow, photo Marie-Lan Taÿ Pamart, Creative Commons03:28 Phoenix by Friedrich Justin Bertuch03:37 Virtuous Lady Tames Woodwose04:48 Page from the Black Book of Carmarthen05:21 Map of Roman Britain by William and Alexander Kei...
2026-01-1822 min
Mythos & LogosThe Demon Woman & The Lotus Sutra: A Haunting Story from Japanese FolkloreWe live in a world filled with both light and darkness, and it is in our darkest times that we need the greatest compassion. Written by a Buddhist monk from Medieval (Heian Period) Japan, this horror story brings us a woman who transforms into a demon known as an Oni. Yet the demon-woman's story challenges us to find hope, even in the darkness of her life.Mosaic Family Services is dedicated to serving survivors of human rights abuses from around the world and within the community of North Texas. https://mosaicservices.org/Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that...
2025-10-2510 min
Mythos & LogosHopeful Living in a Broken World: Myth of the Ages in Hesiod, Ovid, & Plato's StatesmanWhile we often look to the past for an example of a better world, our counterparts living in the ancient world did the same, viewing even their time as a fallen one, ruled by greed. Greek and Roman authors such as Hesiod and Ovid detailed the decay of the world from original perfection in the myth of the Golden, Silver, Bronze, and Iron Ages, and the philosophy of Plato, in his Statesman dialogue, leans upon the myth of the ages in its metaphysics. If we seek to understand the myth of the ages through mythology and philosophy, we find...
2025-09-0314 min
Mythos & LogosSpirits in the Amazon: Life, Death, Ritual & Mythology of Remote Indigenous Tribes of Brazil (Xingú)In the Amazon Basin, in the interior of Brazil, systems of ritual and belief have existed for thousands of years unknown to most Brazilians. When the Villas-Bôas brothers established contact with the people of the Xingú less than 100 years ago, they became advocates for the indigenous people to the Brazilian government and society for the culture's preservation. We look at the stories shared with the brothers, exploring the relationship of life, death, and ritual in a drastically changing world.00:31 Map of Peru, Brazil, and the Country of the Amazons00:47 Yawalapiti men, serra do Roncador, MT. Brazil by José Med...
2025-06-1417 min
Mythos & LogosThe Land Remembers: Dreamtime Stories & Living Heritage in Aboriginal AustraliaAboriginal Australian cultures existed separate from the rest of the world for thousands of years. Their stories tell of verifiable events from millennia ago; they also tell of a time outside of time, called the Dreaming. Stories from the Dreaming, also called Dreamtime, are deeply connected to the earth, and tell of our connections to it as well. The stories presented here give perspectives from cultures radically different from most others, providing insight into that which is uniquely and universally human.Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”Support the channel by subs...
2025-03-2018 min
Mythos & LogosHalloween Special! Living in the City of the Dead: Culture, Spirituality & Voodoo in New OrleansIn this podcast conversation we are joined by New Orleans native and historical cemetery/spooky tour guide Christian as we explore traditions of life and death in America's most haunted city. We explore how the blend of European, Native American, and West African cultures in New Orleans led to unique expressions of spirituality such as Voodoo and what popular culture gets wrong about it; scandals and respect in New Orleans cemeteries; and traditional ways of living in a city shaped by centuries of disaster.
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2025-01-2053 min
Mythos & LogosPrince Ivan & The Frog Princess: Symbolism & Renewal in Slavic Fairy TalesThe Frog Princess is a classic fairy tale that is present in many storytelling traditions, especially concentrated in the Slavic cultures of Eastern Europe. Ugliness and beauty mix in a striking tale that leads to the renewal of a kingdom, a marriage, and the hero himself. As we will see in a Russian version, the story of the Frog Princess is packed with symbolism which ties the strange world of fairy tales to our own lives.
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2025-01-2016 min
Mythos & LogosGreek Philosophy & Pagan Gods in Christianity: The Oracle at Delphi ft. Matt BenjaminThis podcast conversation goes in-depth on the Oracle at Delphi and her influence on Western culture and Christian theology. We explore historical figures like Socrates, Xenophon, Alexander the Great, Saint Paul, and Julian the Apostate to follow the links in the chain of Western philosophy back to the Prophetess of Apollo, and the appearance of her and Pagan gods in the Bible.
Many thanks to Matt Benjamin of 60 Second Philosophy for joining! Matt’s expertise on Socrates, philosophy, and theology is always appreciated.
2024-10-1555 min
Mythos & LogosAengus' Dream: Love & Myth in Newgrange, Ireland's Ancient Tomb (Wooing of Étain, Aislinge Óenguso)The ancient Irish site of Newgrange is a neolithic tomb and a mythic womb. featuring at the heart of stories which have been told for thousands of years. These two stories of Newgrange, also called Brú na Bóinne, and its inhabitants, the Tuatha Dé Danann or old gods the Dagda, Boanne, Aengus, and Cáer, demonstrate the ancient Irish view of nature as cyclical, and offer us a glimpse at something more, in the times when we are closest to the mysterious Celtic Otherworld.
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2024-07-1511 min
Mythos & LogosTsukumogami: Animism, Buddhism, & Haunting Spirits in Japanese Folklore (Yōkai, Mythical Creatures)We interact with objects in our surroundings every day; but it's not every day that you see an umbrella sprouting legs, instruments playing themselves, or theatrical masks transform into many-faced monsters. These are examples of tsukumogami, Japanese mythical creatures that are objects come alive. In some sources they are friendly, in others they march in the infamous Night Parade of 100 Demons, and in one text they even serve as vehicle for a Buddhist teaching of enlightenment. Join as we explore the roles of tsukumogami from Classical Japan through the modern day.
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2024-06-1613 min
Mythos & LogosDaughter of the Sun: Practical Lessons & Cosmic Connections in Cherokee MythologyThe Sun is a major figure in Cherokee mythology; the world depends upon her light and warmth, but is at the mercy of her brutal heat when she is slighted by her brother, the Moon. In this story, recorded from the Eastern Band of Cherokee in the late 19th century, a plan to stop the Sun from burning the world leads to the death of her daughter, and a plan to bring her back from the Ghost Country. Common characters to Native American mythology including the Great Horned Serpent appear in a tale with strong connections to the natural...
2024-04-0610 min
Mythos & LogosThe Power of Story with "We Are Icarus" author Matt BenjaminPleased to host Matt Benjamin, friend of the channel, YouTube host, and author of the new novel We Are Icarus on the podcast to discuss his new novel in an authentic, unsponsored conversation. Matt’s novel explores timeless philosophy through a futuristic sci-fi dystopia setting. Join us as we discuss the timeless power of story, explore Ancient Greek philosophy and mythology, explore the creative process for an author in 2024, and talk about mythic heroes from ancient legends through professional wrestling!
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2024-03-1544 minMythos & LogosThe Philosopher Poet & the Mythic Peng Bird: Expressing the Unknown in Zhuangzi (Taoist Philosophy)A philosopher has the unique challenge of expressing that which is beyond us through the limitations of language. For many, this is done through a series of logical arguments; for the Taoist philosopher Zhuangzi 莊子 the Way of Nature, called Tao 道 is best approached in another way, through the powerful, poetic language of metaphor. Zhuangzi sets the tone through the marvelous image of the mythological Peng 大鵬 bird which rises beyond the limits of our understanding. Yet, we will see, even the lofty Peng can affect our lives.
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2024-03-1512 min
Mythos & LogosPhaeton & the Chariot of the Sun: Harnessing the Powers of the GodsIn the ancient days of Greek and Roman mythology, the story was told of Phaeton, the son of the sun god Helios (often equivocated with Apollo) who asked his father to command the chariot of the sun on its journey across the sky. The power of the god was too much for this mortal, and his bold attempt to wield it nearly destroyed all of creation. Today we wield many of the same powers once attributed to the gods, and we must listen to ancient wisdom to avoid repeating Phaeton's disastrous mistake.
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2024-01-0813 min
Mythos & LogosDeath & Resurrection of the Thunderbird: A Wichita Story of Rebirth in Native American MythologyThis powerful story from the Kirikir?i:s, most commonly known as the Wichita & Affiliated Tribes (historic inhabitants of North Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas) is one that is very important today. We explore the Wichita cyclical understanding of history, from the cosmic and mythological scale to the personal, through two fascinating women and the always impressive Thunderbird.
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2023-12-0515 min
Mythos & LogosLycaon: The Ancient Werewolf of Greek Mythology & Ovid's MetamorphosesThe story of Lycaon (also spelled Lykaion, Lykaon) has been told by many dating back to Ancient Greece, where it was attested in works like Pausanias' Description of Greece, Apollodorus' Library, and Hyginus' Astronomica, and across centuries and civilizations through works like Ovid's masterpiece Metamorphoses. Lycaon's attempt to deceive the gods leads to a terrifying transformation, which many have described as the oldest depiction of a werewolf, wolf-man, or lycanthrope.
The story of Lycaon, his test of the god Zeus, and his transformation as punishment is not just a great scary story; it provides insight into Ancient Greek customs...
2023-10-2914 min
Mythos & LogosFinding God in Nature: The Natural World in Judaism, Christianity, and IslamSpiritual seekers from across religious traditions have had profound experiences within the natural world. Comparing the role of nature in selected Jewish, Christian, and Muslim teachings demonstrates the harmonious role that nature serves in the Abrahamic religions. Jesus' parables of the sower and the fig trees in the Gospels show how we can be inspired by the natural world to change ourselves; te Jewish principle of bal tashchit demonstrates how nature informs ethics; and the Quran's invitations to discernment along with the writings of Sufi mystic poets such as Ibn 'Arabi and Rumi show how the visible world can...
2023-10-0919 min
Mythos & LogosBeyond the Surface: The Human Psyche in Hans Christian Andersen’s Little MermaidHans Christian Andersen's original telling of The Little Mermaid is probably very different from the one you know. The mermaid's transformation is far less pleasant, there is no mention of true love's kiss, and what is she doing with that knife? A close reading and a look into the life of Hans Christian Andersen, a liminal figure caught between two societies, shows a powerful message that applies to each of us.
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2023-08-0619 min
Mythos & LogosJataka Tales: Past Lives of the Buddha from Animal to EnlightenmentExploring Jātaka tales, stories of the past lives of the Buddha, allows us to better understand the world of folktales, history of the early Buddhist community, and the journey of the soul in reincarnation across the cosmos toward enlightenment. We will explore nine of the 547 Jātakas: Sammodamana, Suvannahamsa, Nigrodhamiga, Mandhatu, Vedabbha, Mahajanaka, Sama, Muga-Pakkha, and Vessantara.
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2023-07-0217 min
Mythos & LogosThe Mythical Battle of the Irish Gods: The Tuatha Dé Danann and Fomoire at Maige TuiredMany people have encountered Ireland over the millennia. The Emerald Isle has hosted scholars and poets, as well as fierce warriors and mighty High Kings. All have been touched by the land differently, and no one has left the same. We see this in the oldest stories of the old Celtic gods, the Tuatha Dé Danann, including figures such as the Dagda, the Morrigan, and Lugh, and their battle against the Fomoire, the fierce anti-gods including Elatha, Bres, and Balor, the giant champion with a destructive evil eye. Cath Maige Tuired (Mag Tuired or Moytura) details from the mysterious a...
2023-07-0216 min
Mythos & LogosPhilosophy, Mythology, and Meaning in Plato's Gorgias: A Deep Dive into Ancient Wisdom with 60 Second PhilosophyAn in-depth podcast conversation exploring philosophy, mythology, rhetoric, justice, the Ancient Greek afterlife, and more! Plato's Gorgias is not one of his most famous dialogues, but is one of the most mysterious and thought-provoking, as Socrates discusses virtue with some of Classical Athens' most prolific thinkers. The dialogue ends with a fantastic account of the last judgement, in which Socrates ponders the nature of the eternal soul.
So, naturally, it took a philosopher and a mythographer teaming up to discuss it! I am pleased to be joined by Matt of 60-Second Philosophy as we go deep into...
2023-03-0948 min
Mythos & LogosForest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku): Nature Therapy in Shinto & Japanese FolktalesThe Japanese Ministry of Forestry promotes mindful time in nature, called forest bathing, citing health benefits for those in urban environments to spend time in the natural world. This video explores the deep reverence for nature at the heart of Japanese culture, through the lens of Shinto, Japan's indigenous religion, and traditional folk tales. I spend some time in nature to try forest bathing for myself, and share the experience, results, and connections to traditional Japanese culture.
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2023-03-0910 min
Mythos & LogosCoyote Legends: Three Trickster Stories from Native American MythologyIt is said that when you hear a story about Coyote, it is really a story about yourself. Coyote stories are found in traditional folklore across North America, with the trickster figure one of the most recurring characters in Native American mythology. The three legends which we will share today show a variety of themes in Coyote myths, and how similar the spirit animal is to us, living in the space between the animal and the divine.
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2023-02-0214 min
Mythos & LogosMany Faces of Compassion: Stories of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guan Yin) in Buddhist MythologyEven listening can be an act of great compassion. Thank you.
Called the Buddha of Compassion, the Goddess of Mercy, the One Who Hears the Suffering of the World, and many other names, Avalokiteśvara is one of the most widely revered Buddhist figures.
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2022-11-2716 min
Mythos & LogosThe Fall of Troy & Rise of Rome: Perseverance of Values in Virgil's AeneidVirgil's Aeneid is the Ancient Roman epic penned as a sequel to Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, that tells the story of the Trojan War and its aftermath from a hero on the Trojan side, Aeneas. The epic poem has dramatic scenes, personal and cosmic in scale. Following Aeneas from Troy's fall, the end of the world as he knew it, through his struggles to rebuild, and glimpses into the glorious future to come. All of this is due to a careful relationship between the past and future, and knowing what is worth carrying out of the flames, and what...
2022-09-1120 min
Mythos & LogosOdysseus: Wandering & Homecoming of the Great Ancient Mind (Athena, Cyclops, Underworld, & Suitors)Homer's Odyssey is a massively influential poem from Ancient Greece filled with epic battles, fantastic monsters, gods, spirits, and a journey around the known world and into the underworld. Through three episodes, Odysseus' encounter with the cyclops Polyphemus, his descent into the Hades where he meets his family, comrades, and the ancient hero Heracles, and his return to Ithaca and retaking of his home with his son Telemachus, we will explore the character of Odysseus, the symbolism around him, and how the wisdom of the goddess Athena hones his mind to make him a most formidable hero.
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2022-07-3121 min
Mythos & LogosAchilles' Rage & The Gods' Wisdom: Emotional Intelligence & Self Control in Homer's IliadHomer's Iliad is the oldest work of European literature and forms the foundation of the Western canon. Not only does this ancient epic tell the story of the Trojan War, it contains profound emotional truths that have been understood from ancient times through the Renaissance and is harmonious with classical teachings of self discipline and the psychology of Carl Jung. Understanding the Greek Gods through an archetypal lens reveals an ancient roadmap for self improvement and overcoming anger and trauma.
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2022-07-3118 minMythos & LogosNew Series Announcement & Bonus on YouTubeAmbiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under Creative Commons
2022-05-2901 min
Mythos & LogosThe Marriage of Shiva & Parvati: The Divine Hindu Love StoryThe marriage of the Hindu gods Shiva and Parvati is a beautiful story of union, with symbolism that applies from the highest cosmic levels to the inner workings of our consciousness.
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The purpose of this channel is to share the important stories at the foundation of human cultures throughout history. These include mythology, legends, folktales, religious stories, and parables from the...
2022-05-0819 min
Mythos & LogosSigurd Slays the Dragon Fafnir: Norse Myth's Ring of Power and Cursed Treasure in the Volsunga SagaMyths and legends can often seem strange to us. But behind shapeshifters, ancient curses, and magic spells are surprisingly practical, down-to-earth meanings. One of the best ways to see this is to look at the influences of ancient stories that carry through into modern works. One Old Norse story, The Saga of the Volsungs, features themes of power, corruption, and transformation using a symbolic language that will be well familiar to fans of works like JRR Tolkien's Lord of the Rings.
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2022-03-2316 min
Mythos & LogosFrom Inferno to Paradise: Psychological Symbolism in Dante's Divine ComedyThe Divine Comedy is one of the most influential works in history, shaping much of modern Italian language and culture, and serving as the inspiration for countless other works. This is because Dante Alighieri's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven mirrors an internal journey that is taken by all. This look at all three books of the Divine Comedy, Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso, will explore the psychological and spiritual symbolism in the structure of this masterpiece of the Renaissance.
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2022-03-2024 min
Mythos & LogosSeeking the Great Spirit: Native American Vision Quest StoriesPeople from all around the world go through rites of passage. Some are once-in-a-lifetime events, others happen regularly. These are the moments that form the chapters of our lives, when everything forward is different. In many Native American cultures, the most important rite of passage is a spiritual journey known as a Vision Quest. By listening to traditional Native American stories of Vision Quests, we can better understand history, living cultures, and our own journey in life.
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2022-02-0616 min
Mythos & LogosThe Saint on a Fallen Angel's Throne: A Mystic Vision of Francis of AssisiPride appears across Biblical stories as one of the most dangerous sins; even angels are not immune. Likewise in our world pride can lead us into a tunnel vision, blind to others. One morning in Medieval Italy, a young man named Francis would take an act of humility that would change himself, his community, and his culture forever. This change lives in each of us; beautifully, mystically illustrated by one monk's vision of a fallen angel's empty throne, and the humble sinner who sits in its place.
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2022-01-0915 min
Mythos & LogosThe Hungry Ghost Realm: A Buddhist Teaching of Hope in Addiction SufferingAll channel income from October 31-November 30, 2021 will be donated to To Write Love On Her Arms to help the Hungry Ghosts around us every day. Thank you for supporting an organization that helps those who are struggling.
We each have a Hungry Ghost inside of us; if you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out to a professional. Many great organizations, including TWLOHA are filled with people trained and willing to help.
The Realm of Hungry Ghosts is a Buddhist afterlife marked by suffering and dependency. The journey of one of the Buddha's...
2021-10-3113 min
Mythos & LogosExcalibur: Sword in the Stone, Lady of the Lake & King Arthur as Ideal Leader (ft. Anna Bridgland)Thank you @Anna Bridgland for your amazing contribution! This video wouldn't be the same without your great work and talent.
We often don't stop to think about the details in the stories that we've heard the most. For hundreds of years, one of the most popular stories in the world has been that of King Arthur, but across countless versions, it can be easy to get lost in the differences and forget the symbolism at the story's core. Focusing on one element of Arthurian Legend, Arthur's sword, we can better understand the symbolic ideal of leadership which...
2021-09-2514 min
Mythos & LogosMaya Creation & Flood Myths: The Popol Vuh, Book of Mayan History & CultureLet's start from the beginning: The beginning of everything. Looking at the Ancient Mayan creation story in the Popol Vuh, we can come to a greater understanding of who we are, what our purpose is, and how to live a meaningful life.
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2021-08-2917 min
Mythos & LogosThe Oldest English Poetry: Trauma, Transformation, and Glory in The Dream of the RoodMedieval Times are often written off as "dark ages" but a look into the history and culture of the time shows a great beauty hiding beneath the surface. The Dream of the Rood, one of the first poems written in the English language, is a perfect example of this, showing a blend of Christian and Pagan cultures, with beautiful religious symbolism that is universally applicable, both in history and today.
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2021-07-2617 min
Mythos & LogosLegends of Maui: New Zealand's Unlikely Hero & Polynesian MythologyWhat does it mean to be a hero? Every culture has stories of larger-than-life characters who change the world. Looking at one hero in particular, Maui, we can learn what makes a hero in the eyes of Polynesian culture, as his legends are told across Polynesian mythology from Hawai'i to New Zealand. Stories of Maui from New Zealand's Maori people use traditional culture to teach what a hero is.
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2021-06-1518 min
Mythos & LogosHomer's Hymns to Aphrodite: Mythology Within ReligionWhat is the difference between mythology and religion? Is mythology simply a religion plus time? Or is there something deeper? Join as we study the Homeric Hymns to Aphrodite, the tale of the goddess' encounter with the mortal Anchises, father of Aeneas, and the tale of her birth, to see what role myth and story played in Ancient Greek religion – and thereby better understand their role for us today.
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2021-05-1918 min
Mythos & LogosThunderbird: Three Legends From Native American MythologyExploring Thunderbird Symbolism in Native American Mythology, Religion, & Culture through ancient and contemporary art, artifacts, poetry, and traditional stories and legends. Despite the great diversity within indigenous North American cultures, the Thunderbird is a recurring symbol all across the continent. We uncover the practical meaning behind this ancient symbolism.
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2021-04-1917 min
Mythos & LogosThor & Loki in Utgarðr: A Realm of Challenge & Mystery in Norse MythologyStudy of Norse mythology and practical wisdom in Old Norse culture through the story of Utgarða-Loki. When Thor, Loki, and Thjalfi arrive in the strange land of Utgarðr, they are given unexpected challenges. And in this mysterious realm, nothing is what it seems.
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2021-03-0819 min
Mythos & LogosOut of Egypt & Into the Promised Land: The Good Life in Exodus & Gregory of Nyssa's Life of MosesSymbolic reading of the Book of Exodus influenced by The Life of Moses by Gregory of Nyssa. The story of Moses provides a blueprint for how to live a spiritual life in a materialistic world. Though our human nature means that we will surely have failures on our journey to our own promised land, Gregory sees in Exodus an example of constantly reaching. striving toward our ideals will guide us along the way.
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2021-02-0819 min
Mythos & LogosMythology, Culture, & Symbolism in Avatar: The Last AirbenderMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Celebrating 1,000 Subscribers with a Modern Mythos! Enjoy as we study the real-world influences on the mythology, culture, & symbolism of Avatar: The Last Airbender. From religion to martial arts to mythical creatures to a Chinese Moon Goddess, Avatar's worldbuilding echoes our own in order to create beautiful, striking, and memorable storytelling.
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2021-01-0415 min
Mythos & LogosArachne & Athena: Mortals & Gods in Roman & Greek MythologyMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Study of the relationship between humanity and divinity in Roman and Greek mythology through the story of Arachne as told in Ovid's Metamorphoses.
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The purpose of this channel is to share the important stories at the foundation of human cultures throughout history. These include mythology, legends, folktales, religious stories, and parables from the dawn of history to the mode...
2020-12-0719 min
Mythos & LogosHalloween Special! Solomon & Asmodeus: Demonology in the Testament of SolomonMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Symbolic study of the Testament of Solomon, and legend across the Bible, Quran, and other sources.
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The purpose of this channel is to share the important stories at the foundation of human cultures throughout history. These include mythology, legends, folktales, religious stories, and parables from the dawn of history to the modern day. This channel prov...
2020-10-3000 min
Mythos & LogosWhite Buffalo Woman: The Interconnected Spiritual Worlds of Native American MythologyMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Study of Native American religion & spirituality through mythology, in the Sioux story of the White Buffalo Woman.
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2020-10-0815 min
Mythos & LogosLeviathan & Shor Habor: Types of Spirituality in the Book of Job & MidrashMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
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Academic Bible Study of the symbolism of Leviathan in the Book of Job, Talmud, and Midrash Rabbah.
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The purpose of this channel is to share the important stories at the foundation of human cultures throughout history. These include mythology, legends, folktales, religious stor...
2020-08-3021 min
Mythos & LogosBaba Yaga & Vasilisa the Beautiful: Confronting the Unknown in Russian FolktalesMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Symbolic reading of the Russian fairy tale Vasilisa the Beautiful and character study of Baba Yaga.
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2020-08-0321 min
Mythos & LogosAmaterasu & The Cave: Emerging From Trauma & Depression in Japanese MythologyMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Psychological reading of traditional Shinto Japanese Mythology, the story of Amaterasu's descent into a rise from the heavenly rock cave, applied to overcoming individual depression and collective trauma.
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2020-06-2916 min
Mythos & LogosApollo & Daphne: Wild Feminine Beauty & Non-Possessive Love in Greek & Roman MythologyMythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”
Study of beauty and love in Ancient Greek & Roman culture through the myth of Apollo & Daphne from Ovid's Metamorphoses.
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2020-05-2614 min
Mythos & LogosSpirituality of Yoga: Symbolism & Practical Wisdom in the Bhagavad GitaSymbolic reading of the Bhagavad Gita, Classical Hindu philosophy, meditation, and deep spiritual meaning of Yoga, Karma, and Dharma.
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2020-05-0821 min
Mythos & LogosThe Great Flood: Noah, Gilgamesh, & The Search For MeaningSymbolic reading of world flood myths and comparative mythology of the Middle East, through academic Bible study of Noah's Flood in Genesis and close reading of the flood of Utnapishtim in the Epic of Gilgamesh.
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2020-05-0823 minMythos & LogosCeltic Spirituality: Podcast (w/ Laura Daligan "The Red Witch")It was wonderful to be joined by the incredibly talented and knowledgeable Laura Daligan in a discussion about Brigid, ancient Ireland, Celtic tradition and religion, Paganism, Christianity, and... puppies!
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Laura's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/laurared...Brigid: Irish Goddess or Christian Saint?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2a1CC...Laura's video Brighid the Goddess: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYlLa...
2020-05-0837 min
Mythos & LogosBrigid: Irish Goddess or Christian Saint?Study of Celtic Mythology and Christian Hagiography of Brigid/Saint Brigid of Kildare. History of Imbolc and the worship and veneration of Brigid/Brigit/Brighid/Brigitte/Bride/Bridie in Ireland in ancient and medieval history through today.
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2020-05-0818 min
Mythos & LogosThe Full Story of Orpheus: Eurydice, Persephone, Ganymede, & HyacinthusCharacter study of the Ancient Greek/Thracian musician hero Orpheus. His journey to the Underworld with Eurydice, including stories of Hades and Persephone, Zeus and Ganymede, Apollo and Hyacinthus, Jason and the Argonauts. This academic video essay explores the symbolism, psychology, and significance of Orpheus through his songs, attributed to Orpheus in Ovid's Metamorphoses and Apollonius of Rhodes' Argonautica.
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2020-05-0819 min
Mythos & LogosThe Quest for the Holy Grail: Arthur's Knights, Sacraments, & Hidden TruthSymbolic reading and summary of King Arthur, the Knights of the Round Table, and the Holy Grail, with connections to Christian sacraments, mysticism, and personal psychology.
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2020-05-0823 min
Mythos & LogosRomulus, Remus, & the Sabines: Founding Rome & Becoming a CivilizationDramatic retelling and symbolic reading of Rome's Foundation Myth, Romulus, Alba Longa, and the Sabine Women. Discussion of symbolic meaning, mythology, national identity, and Roman history.
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2020-05-0819 min
Mythos & LogosSpirit Animals & Divine Guides: Animism & Native American MythologyAcademic study of the Iroquois Creation Story, Animism, and the famous debate between Las Casas and Sepúlveda.
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2020-05-0819 min
Mythos & LogosGenesis 1 & 2: Symbolic Reading, Biblical Contradictions, & Humanity's Responsibility to the WorldAcademic Bible study in comparative mythology of a symbolic reading of the Genesis creation myth.
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All stories covered are treated academically. This channel makes no claims regarding the historical, scientific, or religious truth of these tales. Rather, its goal is to find the meanings understood by their authors and apply them to the modern world.
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2020-05-0813 min