The Lord of Spirits Leviathan: It's What's for Dinner
Oct 15, 2021
Fr. Stephen De Young and Fr. Andrew Stephen Damick explore the biblical monsters Leviathan and Behemoth, discussing their symbolic meanings, the evolution of myths, intensive plurals in Hebrew, toxic masculinity associations, and their significance in spiritual warfare. They also touch on interpreting biblical texts about beasts, historical figures, and the Kingdom of God vs. empires.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Leviathan and Behemoth in Biblical and Apocalyptic Texts
01:41 • 13min
Materialistic Interpretations of Ancient Religions
15:00 • 5min
Ancient Myths and Leviathan's Evolution
19:53 • 21min
Symbolism and Defeat of Leviathan in Biblical Texts
41:11 • 22min
Exploring Orthodoxy through Ancient Faith Radio
01:03:22 • 2min
Exploring Behemoth and the Monster Mash in Relation to Christ
01:05:22 • 4min
Understanding the Intensive Plural in Hebrew
01:09:03 • 6min
Exploring Behemoth: Symbol of Toxic Masculinity and Power
01:15:10 • 10min
The Symbolism of Behemoth and Leviathan
01:24:51 • 15min
Exploring Life in an Inner-City Immigrant Orthodox Parish
01:39:42 • 2min
Interpreting Beasts in Revelation and Daniel
01:41:34 • 16min
Interpreting Historical Figures Through Biblical Texts
01:57:08 • 21min
Interpretation of Revelation 17 and the Mark of the Beast's Name through Gamatria
02:18:37 • 3min
Empire vs. Kingdom of God: Spiritual Forces and True Conversion
02:21:43 • 24min
Wrapping Up and Encouraging Engagement
02:45:16 • 2min