The Symbolic World 350 - Richard Rohlin - Universal History: Ireland, the Remnant
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Jul 11, 2024 Richard Rohlin discusses the origin of Ireland through the Book of Invasions, blending pagan, biblical, and classical narratives. Topics include humanity's destiny, Irish mythology, cannibal monsters, and the interaction of mythological beings in Irish stories.
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Jonathan's Concert Anecdotes
- Jonathan Pageau shares his personal concert experiences as a way to illustrate his initial apprehension towards Irish culture.
- His story includes attending a Celtic Woman concert and owning every Enya album, showing his affinity despite the kitsch factor.
Book of Invasions Context
- The Book of Invasions blends Ireland's pagan history with biblical narratives, starting with Genesis and including unique medieval interpretations.
- It traces Irish lineage to Noah's son Japheth and includes giants and monsters as early residents, linking mythology to sacred history.
Ireland as a Mythical Remnant
- Ireland symbolizes a remnant or edge-of-the-world refuge where ancient divine hierarchies and pagan elements linger.
- The fairies embody this remnant status, as leftover spirits or principalities that couldn't be assimilated or displaced completely.