We Who Wrestle With Demons - John Milton's Paradise Lost (Books 5 & 6) HC Vol. 4 Ep. 20
May 31, 2024
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Explore the epic battle between God's angels and Satan's army in Heaven, with the Son of God intervening. Reflect on themes of obedience and warning about repeating history's mistakes. Join us as we dive into John Milton's Paradise Lost, books 5 & 6, and learn about education at Ralston College preserving Western culture.
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Quick takeaways
Satan's deceptive tactics threaten Adam and Eve, prompting God's intervention through Raphael.
The epic battle between the Son of God and Satan portrays the consequences of defiance and obedience.
Deep dives
Adam and Eve's Dream and Warning from Raphael
Adam and Eve wake up, and Eve shares a distressing dream she had involving Satan whispering to her. Raphael is sent by God to warn them about an impending threat from an enemy. Upon arrival on Earth, Raphael recounts Satan's disobedience and fall from grace to Adam and Eve.
Adam and Eve's Interaction and Preparation
Adam awakens Eve gently, showing patience and care. Eve shares her troubling dream revealing Satan's deceptive tactics. They prepare to work in the field after offering prayers to God. Raphael's presence signifies God's forewarning of deceit among humans.
The Battle in Heaven and Satan's Rebellion
Satan, feeling diminished by God's new decree, rallies a rebellion in heaven, questioning the need for obedience. Abdiel opposes Satan's defiance, highlighting the injustice in rebelling against the Creator. The conflict escalates as Satan challenges the established hierarchy and rallies angels to his cause.
The Final Battle and Victory of the Son of God
As the third day of battle commences, the Son of God leads the charge. A fierce conflict ensues involving the deployment of new weapons. The Son of God's righteous wrath overwhelms Satan's forces, driving them into the depths of hell. Obedience to God and the consequences of defiance are starkly illustrated through the epic battle.
Paradise Lost by John Milton is an epic poem that tells the story of the rise of Satan out of the depths of hell and his campaign to conquer the will of humans on Earth. This video covers books 5 and 6 of Paradise Lost. Join us as we sit down at Adam and Eve's table with the archangel Raphael to hear the story of Satan's battle with heaven. For two days Satan holds out against the forces of God but on day three the son of God appears to win the day. Paradise Lost by John Milton is truly an epic poem. I hope you enjoy my explanation of Paradise Lost.
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