Haunted Cosmos Giants (Part II): Giants in Myth
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Nov 29, 2023 The podcast explores the myths and legends of giants from different cultures and their connection to foundational truths. It delves into the Tower of Babel's influence, the presence of giants in native folklore and ancient mythology, and the connection between giants and druidism. The hosts discuss the challenge of reconciling the belief in giants with Christ's victory over evil and delve into conspiracy theories about ancient giants being Native Americans. They also explore the mysterious sea peoples and their defeat by Pharaoh Ramses III.
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Myth Preserves Kernel Truths
- Myth often preserves foundational truths even when corrupted by culture and imagination.
- The hosts suggest comparing folklore to the 'true myth' of Scripture to find consistent motifs.
Use Scripture As Interpretive Lens
- Compare myths with Scripture to identify where legends echo historical truth and where they corrupt it.
- Use the 'true myth' of Christianity as a lens to evaluate folklore motifs.
Greek Giants Mirror Biblical Motifs
- Greek myth makes giants the offspring of divine blood and earth, echoing biblical motifs of heaven–earth mixing.
- The hosts read this as a corrupted reflection of the biblical narrative about unholy unions producing monstrous beings.