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Blurry Creatures

EP: 214 The Goddess with Dr. Judd Burton & Doug Van Dorn

Jan 9, 2024
Join experts Dr. Judd Burton and Doug Van Dorn as they explore the intriguing world of female deities and goddesses in ancient traditions, drawing connections to biblical narratives. They discuss the presence of female entities in various ancient religions, challenge mainstream Christian beliefs about angels, and explore the connection between environmentalism and a pagan goddess religion. The chapter highlights the need to reevaluate ancient understanding and encourages courageous questioning to gain a better understanding of scripture.
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  • Goddesses were worshipped alongside gods in ancient civilizations, suggesting a significant role of female entities in religious practices.
  • The existence of female deities challenges the idea that the supernatural realm is exclusively inhabited by male entities, questioning our understanding of spiritual realms.

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The Presence of Female Entities in Ancient Religions

In ancient civilizations, goddesses were worshipped alongside gods, such as Asherah in Canaan, Inanna in Sumeria, and Isis in Egypt.

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