

Peter Levenda - Rise of the Nazi Cult (Pt. 2 of 2)
May 27, 2015
In this enlightening discussion, historian and author Peter Levenda delves into the occult ties that shaped the Nazi regime. He reveals how Hitler's power may have been influenced by mystical figures like Hanussen and explores the enigmatic Spear of Destiny. Levenda uncovers Nazi expeditions to Tibet, connections between prominent American families and Nazism, and the complex interplay of Zionism with Nazi ideology. He also tackles misconceptions about Islam and investigates Hitler's ancestry, including dark relationships and the mysterious flight of Rudolf Hess.
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Nazi Fascination with Spear of Destiny
- Hitler was fascinated by the Spear of Destiny, believing it held occult power.
- Himmler kept an exact replica on his desk, symbolizing Nazi mysticism around the spear.
Nazi Tibet Expedition Goals
- The Nazi 1938 expedition to Tibet aimed to find Aryan origins and political alliances.
- They conducted ethnographic studies and collected vast Tibetan cultural and scientific data.
Poles and Antarctica in Nazi Mythos
- Nazis considered the poles sacred, linking them to the hollow earth and lost Aryan civilizations.
- They claimed part of Antarctica as New Swabia, showing both ideological and strategic interest.