Descents into the Underworld: Katabasis in Mythologies and the Harrowing of Hades

This chapter explores the theme of descent into the underworld, known as katabasis, in various mythologies and its parallel with the Christian tradition of the harrowing of Hades. The speaker discusses examples from Greek and Roman mythology, as well as the argument surrounding the similarities between Christ's story and other ancient myths. They highlight the transformative and universal nature of Christ's story, transcending ancient patterns and abolishing death.