Pathways with Joseph Campbell EP 30: Jesus, Buddha & Europe
Feb 1, 2024
Professor Campbell explores the similarities in symbolism among Christianity, European paganism, Buddhism, and Arthurian romances. The parallels between Jesus, Buddha, and Mithra. The miracles performed by various saviors and the influence of different traditions. The spread of Islam and translation work. The life of Theodora and the power of compassion.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Parallels Between Jesus, Buddha, and Mithra
04:01 • 20min
Miracles and the Influence of Different Traditions
23:41 • 13min
The Spread of Islam and Translation Work
36:24 • 31min
Theodora: From Slander to Empowerment
01:07:47 • 9min
The Power of Compassion
01:17:16 • 7min
Reflecting on Auden's Poem and Announcement
01:24:24 • 2min