The Dark Three analyze a mysterious photograph from the show, discuss the significance of resemblances and hidden meanings, and appreciate the multiple layers of meaning. They also decode the numbers in the church, question the translation of 'priest,' and explore religious terminology. Lastly, they speculate on the meaning behind a series of numbers and the possibility of them corresponding to hymn numbers.
Adam's positioning in the Sic Mundus photo resembles the Zeus pose, suggesting a connection between Adam and Zeus as the end and beginning of time.
The numbers in St. Christopher's church may correspond to hymns from the state Lutheran hymn book, sparking a discussion about the church's denomination and the significance of hymn numbers.
Deep dives
Greek Mythology and the Sick Mundus Photo
The podcast discusses a listener's theory that the positioning of Adam in the Sick Mundus photo resembles the Zeus pose from Greek mythology. The listener highlights the significance of the central and frontal sitting pose, which was used to depict the supreme god Zeus. This theory suggests a connection between Adam and Zeus as the last and first born, representing the end and beginning of time. The episode also explores the layers of Greek mythology, Christian symbolism, and hermetic elements within the photo.
Investigating the Numbers in the Church
A listener raises an interesting point about the numbers displayed in the church, questioning whether they refer to hymn numbers or page numbers in a hymn book. The listener speculates that the numbers could correspond to hymns from the official state Lutheran hymn book during the depicted years. This insight sparks a discussion about the denominations of St. Christopher's Church in Winden, with a focus on whether it belongs to Roman Catholicism or Lutheranism. The episode delves into researching the hymn book and the significance of hymn numbers within the context of the series.
Discovering Perspectives and Theories from Listeners
The podcast episode features emails and comments from listeners expressing their appreciation for the discussions and theories presented in the podcast. Listeners share their personal experiences as fans of the show and discuss various aspects, including time travel themes, character analysis, and hidden Easter eggs. The hosts engage in conversations with the listeners, exploring different theories and thoughts related to the series. This segment highlights the interactive nature of the podcast and the community of passionate Dark fans.
The Dark Three read thought-provoking emails that lead them to re-consider the hidden identities in the photo of the Sic Mundus group, and the potential meaning behind the numbers in St. Christopher’s church.