Lore Lore 268: Lost Empire
Dec 2, 2024
Journey back to the vibrant 1920s Island Park, where lively carnivals thrived before being swallowed by stormy waters. Explore the myth of Atlantis and its moral implications, alongside fascinating tales of hubris and lost empires. Discover how 19th-century lemur fossils shaped our understanding of evolution, and delve into the mystical legends surrounding Lemuria. The podcast humorously connects these legends with modern spirituality and even suggests quirky ways to honor ancient spirits.
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Plato's Original Atlantis Tale
- Plato wrote the Atlantis story as a dialogue involving Socrates and a priestly chain of hearsay. - The tale describes a grand island empire ruled by Poseidon's sons that sank after a war with Athens.
Atlantis as Moral Allegory
- Most scholars see Atlantis as an allegory warning about greed and hubris. - Aristotle, Plato's student, argued the story was invented to make a philosophical point.
Olaf Rudbeck's Swedish Atlantis
- Olaf Rudbeck, a 17th century Swedish scholar, believed Sweden was Atlantis. - He used early stratigraphy and excavations to argue Sweden was the oldest advanced civilization.
