The Lord of Spirits A Land of Giants
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Nov 26, 2020 Exploring the existence of giants in the Bible, the podcast delves into the mysterious Nephilim, ancient rituals, forbidden knowledge, and the significance of humans as the image of God. It contrasts the Nephilim ritual with the conception of Christ, biblical perspectives on giants, and the possibility of angelic helpers aiding Noah. The podcast also discusses the rise of the Philistines, spiritual warfare, exorcism, connections to Saint Christopher, interpreting ancient texts, and the canonicity of the Book of Enoch in early Church history.
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The Enigmatic Nephilim
- Genesis 6:1-4 discusses the Nephilim, "sons of God," and "daughters of men."
- This passage launched many theories, highlighting its enigmatic nature despite seeming obscurity.
Nephilim: Giants
- "Nephilim" translates to "giants," confirmed by Aramaic and Septuagint usage.
- The Septuagint translates "sons of God" as "angels of God," clarifying the passage's meaning.
Universal Flood Stories
- Ancient cultures share flood stories and tales of advanced civilizations destroyed by a flood.
- These stories often involve divine beings or spirits giving knowledge to humans.