Daniel Harris-McCoy on the Oneirocritica of Artemidorus

Explore the oldest dream manual, Artemidorus' Oneirocritica, and its unique function as a dream key. Learn about Artemidorus' background and the peacefulness of the world during his time. Discover the typology of dreams according to Artemidorus and the distinction between true and false dreams. Delve into the potential precedents for esoteric hermeneutics and the influence of different religious traditions on dream interpretations. Dive into numerological interpretation, decoding fantastical ingredients, and the symbolic significance of the book of life dream.