Seeking The Great Spirit: Native American Vision Quest Stories Mythos & Logos podcast

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Aboriginal 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 subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation!Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogosThis channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well.The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible.00:00 Note for Viewers of Aboriginal Australian and Torres Islander Heritage00:33 Charity Announcement01:00 Introduction01:09 An Area at the Bank of the Murray River by Gustav Mützel01:29 Illustration from More Australian Legendary Tales by K Langloh Parker, illustrated by Tommy McRae02:05 Global Sea Levels During the Last Ice Age from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration02:43 Corroboree Dance drawn by Aflred T Agate, engraved by E G Dunnell03:29 Shaping The Land04:52 The Two Methods of Making Fire by Gustav Mützel05:06 Coast Scene Near Rapid Bay by George French Angas05:41 Two Loggerhead or Green Sea Turtles, a Muskrat, and Shells by Joris Hoefnagel05:54 Mount Wellington and Hobart Town from Kangaroo Point by John Glover06:17 Bill Neidjie, Story About Feeling07:24 Illustration from Australian Legendary Tales by K Langloh Parker, illustrated by Tommy McRae07:51 Musical Maps08:02 Map of Australia from Nordisk Familjebok08:57 Illustration from More Australian Legendary Tales by K Langloh Parker, illustrated by Tommy McRae09:07: Funeral of a Native; A Bark Coffin from The Euahlayi Tribe by K Langloh Parker09:28 Mount Arapiles and the Mitre Rock by Nicholas Chevalier09:40 K Langloh Parker, The Euahlayi Tribe11:04 Baiame Cave, Milbrodale, Hunter Valley, NSW, Australia, photographed by Sardaka, licensed under Creative Commons11:26 Baiame Cave, Milbrodale, Hunter Valley, NSW, Australia, photographed by Sardaka, licensed under Creative Commons11:53 Written in the Sky12:05 Willy Wagtail photographed in Brassall Queensland Australia by A.Wutke, licensed under Creative Commons12:13 Sittella leucocephala from Reichenbach Icongraphia12:34 Landscape with Noah, Offering a Sacrifice of Gratitude by Joseph Anton Koch and Gottleib Schick13:02 Wagtail Singing, photographed by Benjamint444, licensed under Creative Commons13:09 Wagtail Nest, photographed by Benjamint444, licensed under Creative Commons13:14 Sittella leucocephala from Reichenbach Icongraphia13:40 A Billabong of the Goulburn, Victoria, by Henry James Johnstone13:54 At the lower Murray River in South Australia, the deceased is wrapped in a blanket with his weapons and favourite items, placed on a frame and left lying in the sun, by William Blandowski14:13 Dasyurus maculatus photographed by Leonard G14:36 Conclusion: Important Story This16:07 Bill Neidjie, Story About Feeling (Image: Aboriginal Carved Trees, photographed by Henry King)All works of art are in the public domain unless stated otherwise.Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Halloween Special! Living in the City of the Dead: Culture, Spirituality & Voodoo in New Orleans 53:37

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In 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. Proceeds for the month of November will be donated to RAINN. Comment your question for the 10k Subscriber Q&A! Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction, RAINN Support & Q&A 02:13 About Christian 04:56 Cultural & Religious Syncretism in New Orleans 15:53 Voodoo Queen Marie Laveau 21:22 Hollywood Misconceptions about Voodoo 26:36 New Orleans Cemetery Scandals 31:27 Respect as a Tourist 36:00 Living in the Shadow of Death 42:30 The Most Beautiful Part of New Orleans 44:15 Life and Death Traditions 49:17 Mardi Gras All images used are in the public domain, except the bicycle photo courtesy of Christian.…

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Prince Ivan & The Frog Princess: Symbolism & Renewal in Slavic Fairy Tales 16:24

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The 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:03 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 00:28 Illustration from The Frog Princess by Ivan Bilibin 00:41 The Storyteller by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo 01:13 Illustration from The Frog Princess by Ivan Bilibin 01:38 Into the Swamp 01:42 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 01:51 Illustration from The Frog Princess by Ivan Bilibin 02:08 The Archers by Bryson Burroughs 02:40 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 04:12 Illustration from The Frog Princess by Ivan Bilibin 04:42 The Dance of Rejuvenation 04:51 Illustration from The Frog Princess by Ivan Bilibin 05:07 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 06:32 The Frog Princess, from Russian Fairy Tales by Aleksandr Afanas’ev, translated by Norbert Guterman. 07:13 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 09:32 The Realm of Baba Yaga 09:40 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 10:11 Illustration from The Frog Princess by Ivan Bilibin 10:37 Clip from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky 14:16 Conclusion 14:29 Prishvina Street Park, from Around Moscow, photographed by Gennady Grachev, licensed under Creative Commons 14:52 The Frog Princess by Viktor Vasnetsov 16:08 Outro All works of art are in the public domain unless stated otherwise. Selections from The Frog Princess, 1958, directed by Mikhail Tsekhanovsky reproduced under Fair Use per United States Copyright Office Circular 21, Reproductions of Copyrighted Works by Educators and Librarians. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Greek Philosophy & Pagan Gods in Christianity: The Oracle at Delphi ft. Matt Benjamin 55:07

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This 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.…

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Aengus' Dream: Love & Myth in Newgrange, Ireland's Ancient Tomb (Wooing of Étain, Aislinge Óenguso) 11:16

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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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible.…

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Tsukumogami: Animism, Buddhism, & Haunting Spirits in Japanese Folklore (Yōkai, Mythical Creatures) 13:42

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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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Daughter of the Sun: Practical Lessons & Cosmic Connections in Cherokee Mythology 10:30

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The 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 world and Cherokee history. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Cherokee Indian Pottery and Bread Worker, Cherokee Indian Reservation, North Carolina from the Tichnor Brothers Collection, Boston Public Library, licensed under Creative Commons 01:21 Forces of Nature 01:55 Oconolufty by Rudolph Frank Ingerle 02:08 Plate, Natural Bridge, Virginia, America, from Coalport Porcelain Factory, Shropshire, England 02:43 Eastern Hognose, Cape Cod Massachusetts Specimen, photographed by Scotbuch7, licensed under Creative Commons 02:53 Eastern Hognose Snake Playing Dead, photographed by Virginia State Parks Staff, licensed under Creative Commons 02:57 Copperhead photographed in Liberty County, Texas, by William L Farr, licensed under Creative Commons 03:17 James Mooney, from Bureau of American Ethnology Bulletin 1901 03:25 Swimmer from Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees by James Mooney 03:36 Sequoyah by Henry Inman 04:05 Pot with Horned and Feathered Serpents, New Mexico or Chihuahua, c. 1280-1450 05:15 Journey to Ghost Country 05:53 Sorel Tree from The North American Sylva 06:08 Cherokee Eagle Dance Movements by Will West Long, from Bureau of American Ethnology Bulletin “The Iroquois Eagle Dance, an Offshoot of the Calumet Dance” 1953 06:32 The Daughter of the Sun from Myths of the Cherokee, recorded by James Mooney 08:25 Habit of Cunne Shote a Cherokee Chief 08:41 Conclusion: Many Medicines 09:28 Facsimile of the Swimmer Manuscript from Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees by James Mooney Thumbnail image generated through use of artificial intelligence. All works of art are in the public domain unless stated otherwise. Stock video clips licensed through Storyblocks. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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The Power of Story with "We Are Icarus" author Matt Benjamin 44:17

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Pleased 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! Order We Are Icarus: https://a.co/d/gjjA8jf Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Matt Benjamin, author of We Are Icarus 01:38 The Power of Story 03:10 The Universality of Myth 06:42 The Myth of Theseus & the Minotaur, Daedalus and Icarus 11:33 Aristotle’s Golden Mean & the Buddha’s Middle Path 13:38 Philosophy & Fiction 18:57 World Building & Dystopia in We Are Icarus 21:40 Productivity, Creativity, & Community 23:33 Positive & Negative Commandments 24:58 Transcendent Truth in a Dystopian World 27:55 The Creative Process 32:49 Teaching & Entertaining in Story 36:26 Storytelling in Professional Wrestling 40:04 The Power of Great Stories This video is not sponsored by Matt or anyone else; I genuinely enjoy his work. If you enjoy this conversation, I have a great feeling you will, too.…

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The Philosopher Poet & the Mythic Peng Bird: Expressing the Unknown in Zhuangzi (Taoist Philosophy) 12:09

1 year ago12:09

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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. Transcript: https://ancientworld.website/b/mythosandlogos/view_post.php?id=7 Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible. 00:00 Introduction 00:21 Zhuang Zhou from the National Folk Museum of Korea 00:33 Chinese Landscape from the Cleveland Museum of Art 01:03 Tao Te Ching, Chapter 1, translated by Gia-fu Feng and Jane English 01:23 Zuangzi in front of Waterfalls 02:08 Journey Through Darkness 03:13 The Land is So Rich in Beauty by Fu Baoshi & Guan Shanyue 03:35 Dapeng from the Kyōaka Hyaku-Monogatar, 19th century Japan. Image upscaled via use of artificial intelligence. 04:51 Universal Harmony 05:08 Chinese Trading Junk, Moored in the River of Guangzhou by Robert James Elliott 05:54 Zhuangzi, Chapter 1, “Free & Easy Wandering,” translated by Burton Watson 07:30 Difference In Perspective 07:45 Qing Dynasty Zhuangzi from National Museum of China 08:32 The Monk Zhidun Admiring a Horse by Ren Yi 10:01 Conclusion: Free & Easy Wandering Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Phaeton & the Chariot of the Sun: Harnessing the Powers of the Gods 13:26

1 year ago13:26

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In 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. Transcript: https://ancientworld.website/b/mythosandlogos/view_post.php?id=3 Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Death & Resurrection of the Thunderbird: A Wichita Story of Rebirth in Native American Mythology 15:43

1 year ago15:43

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This 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos This channel is a collection of thoughts of one person on the important stories that we humans have shared with each other. I believe that, in respectfully approaching storytelling traditions, we can find timeless wisdom and beauty that apply to modern life. I do my best to find and share that wisdom. I encourage you to share your thoughts and stories as well. The stories presented here have all been freely shared by their original tellers. I encourage you to study each story directly and consult traditional sources whenever possible. Department of Preservation - Wichita & Affiliated Tribes: https://wichitatribe.com/department-of-preservation/ "Last Wichita Speaker Passes Away," KSWO: https://www.kswo.com/story/32940602/last-wichita-speaker-passes-away/ Wichita Language App: Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/wichita-language-app/id1589317079 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wichita.wichita…

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Lycaon: The Ancient Werewolf of Greek Mythology & Ovid's Metamorphoses 14:50

2 years ago14:50

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The 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 of morality such hubris and as hospitality (Xenia.) Like the best of gothic and modern horror, the story of Lycaon explores the fine line between man and monster. All revenue for the month following the release of this video will be donated to SAFE Project US, supporting recovery for those struggling with addiction. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Support the channel financially through your generous Patreon donation: patreon.com/mythosandlogos Cline, Austin. "Method of Sacrifice in Ancient Greece." Learn Religions. https://www.learnreligions.com/method... Paphitis, Nicholas. "Ancient Teenage Skeleton Unearthed on Mountain Top Could Confirm Darkest Greek Legend." Ekathimerini. https://www.ekathimerini.com/culture/... SAFE Project US: https://www.safeproject.us Mount Lykaion Excavation & Survey Project: https://www.lykaionexcavation.org 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Thumbnail image generated via use of artificial intelligence. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Finding God in Nature: The Natural World in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam 19:49

2 years ago19:49

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Spiritual 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 inform us of the transcendent. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos Every Person is a Tree by Jeffrey Spitzer from My Jewish Learning: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/arti... Kabbalah and Ecology by Rabbi David Mevorach Seidenberg: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/... Divine Love: Roots and Manifestations by Dr. Muhammad Suheyl Umar: https://jsr.shanti.virginia.edu/back-... 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Beyond the Surface: The Human Psyche in Hans Christian Andersen’s Little Mermaid 19:11

2 years ago19:11

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Hans 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos Sarah's Blog Post: https://writinginmargins.weebly.com/home/the-little-mermaid-the-question-of-endings 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Jataka Tales: Past Lives of the Buddha from Animal to Enlightenment 17:44

2 years ago17:44

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Exploring 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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The Mythical Battle of the Irish Gods: The Tuatha Dé Danann and Fomoire at Maige Tuired 16:34

2 years ago16:34

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Many 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 arrival of the gods in Ireland to their battle with the Fomorians, and gives us glances into ancient Irish culture and spirituality through its depictions of war and peace. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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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Philosophy, Mythology, and Meaning in Plato's Gorgias: A Deep Dive into Ancient Wisdom with 60 Second Philosophy 48:04

2 years ago48:04

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An 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 the ancient text. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. ______ Learn. Grow. Together. 60 Second Philosophy is a series of short, interrelated videos designed to teach you big ideas in a small amount of time! We watch year after year of college students go through introduction to philosophy courses and come out confused and disenchanted. This is largely because professors rarely teach the subject with any life or vigor, even more rarely do they show philosophy as a study which is applicable to life. We believe that philosophy is an integral part of our world, and that the study of philosophy is incredibly useful in daily life. Our approach is to offer information in short, accessible videos which allow viewers to only learn about that which interests them. These videos create paths which viewers can easily follow and, if they choose, cover vast tracts of the western philosophical tradition in a very short time.…

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Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku): Nature Therapy in Shinto & Japanese Folktales 10:53

2 years ago10:53

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The 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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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Coyote Legends: Three Trickster Stories from Native American Mythology 14:19

2 years ago14:19

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It 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Many Faces of Compassion: Stories of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guan Yin) in Buddhist Mythology 16:31

3 years ago16:31

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Even 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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The Fall of Troy & Rise of Rome: Perseverance of Values in Virgil's Aeneid 20:02

3 years ago20:02

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Virgil'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 must be left behind in the old world. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Odysseus: Wandering & Homecoming of the Great Ancient Mind (Athena, Cyclops, Underworld, & Suitors) 21:16

3 years ago21:16

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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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Achilles' Rage & The Gods' Wisdom: Emotional Intelligence & Self Control in Homer's Iliad 18:10

3 years ago18:10

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Homer'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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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New Series Announcement & Bonus on YouTube 1:16

3 years ago1:16

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The Marriage of Shiva & Parvati: The Divine Hindu Love Story 19:23

3 years ago19:23

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The 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Sigurd Slays the Dragon Fafnir: Norse Myth's Ring of Power and Cursed Treasure in the Volsunga Saga 16:47

3 years ago16:47

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Myths 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license. Episode analytics All time…

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From Inferno to Paradise: Psychological Symbolism in Dante's Divine Comedy 24:38

3 years ago24:38

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The 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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Seeking the Great Spirit: Native American Vision Quest Stories 16:10

3 years ago16:10

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People 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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The Saint on a Fallen Angel's Throne: A Mystic Vision of Francis of Assisi 15:46

3 years ago15:46

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Pride 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. Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.” Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation! Patreon: https://patreon.com/mythosandlogos 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 provides interpretations and insight into these stories, to find and apply their meaning to contemporary life. 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. Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.…

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The Hungry Ghost Realm: A Buddhist Teaching of Hope in Addiction Suffering 13:01

4 years ago13:01