The Blood of Saint Januarius (And Other Patron Questions)
Sep 1, 2023
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Topics covered in this episode include ultra terrestrials, role-playing games, lost languages, pole shifts, the authenticity of AA 1025, reasons for language extinction, the loss of ancient languages, and the identity of the beloved disciple in John's Gospel.
The concept of Ultra Terrestrials suggests a separate dimension behind UFO phenomena, but alternative explanations like extraterrestrials or time travelers should also be considered.
Languages can go extinct and cause the loss of cultural knowledge, efforts are made to preserve them, but much information has already been lost.
Clairvoyant healing is not inherently forbidden to Catholics, but the source of the information and alignment with Christian beliefs must be evaluated.
Graham Hancock's alternative archaeological theories lack scientific evidence and are not widely accepted among scholars, requiring critical evaluation and consideration of expert consensus.
Deep dives
John Keel and the Ultra Terrestrials
John Keel is the author of The Mothman Prophecies, and his concept of Ultra Terrestrials describes a separate dimension that is behind UFO and other phenomena. While his theories are intriguing, it is important to consider other possible explanations, such as extraterrestrials, crypto-terrestrials, or time travelers.
The Lost Languages and Ancient Knowledge
Languages can go extinct when the people who speak them die out or convert to a new language. This can cause the loss of cultural and historical knowledge. Ancient writings are often lost due to decay or lack of preservation. Some lost languages, like Etruscan, have left remnants in other languages, but others, like the Indus Valley script, are still undeciphered. Efforts are made to preserve endangered languages, but much information has already been lost.
Healing Practices and Clairvoyance
Andrew Jackson Davis, a 19th-century religious leader, claimed to receive healing knowledge through clairvoyance. While clairvoyant healing can be a controversial practice, it is not inherently forbidden to Catholics. The distinction lies in the source of the information and whether it aligns with Christian beliefs. Other syncretic healing practices, like Olympia in South America, would also need to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, weighing potential therapeutic effects and evaluating any potential dangers.
Graham Hancock and Alternative Archaeological Theories
Graham Hancock promotes alternative archaeological theories that are not widely accepted by the academic community. While we may cover his work in a future episode, it is important to note that many scholars consider him a pseudo-archaeologist, as his claims often lack scientific evidence. It is essential to critically evaluate his claims and consider the consensus among experts in the field.
Mysterious Headlines: Potential Restoration
While we currently don't include mysterious headlines in the show, there is potential for it to return if someone volunteers to be a mysterious headlines coordinator. This would involve gathering headlines related to the show's topics, and we could mention a few at the end of each episode.
The Identity of the Beloved Disciple in John's Gospel
In this podcast episode, Jimmy Akin explores the mystery surrounding the identity of the beloved disciple in John's Gospel. Although the author deliberately keeps his identity secret, he expects the audience to know who he is. By analyzing the inclusio literary technique used in the Gospel, it is revealed that the beloved disciple is likely a member of the Jerusalem elite and not John son of Zebedee. Additionally, the episode discusses the theories surrounding Lazarus as a possible identity of the beloved disciple. However, there are problems with this theory, such as the disciple's close association with the high priest, which would be unlikely for a Galilean fisherman like Lazarus. Ultimately, the podcast episode concludes that the beloved disciple is John of Jerusalem, a different John from John son of Zebedee, who is often attributed as the author of the Gospel.
The Necessity of Jesus' Resurrection for Salvation
This podcast episode delves into the question of whether Jesus' resurrection was a necessary event for salvation. While God could have chosen any means for our redemption, the episode argues that Jesus' resurrection is directly involved in our justification, as mentioned by Paul in Romans 4:25. However, it is acknowledged that the exact role and timing of the resurrection in our salvation are not fully known. The episode explores the possibility of Jesus waiting until the final judgment to unite his body and soul, similar to others, and although it would have taken longer for our redemption to be accomplished in this scenario, the ultimate effect would remain the same.
We regularly give Patrons the opportunity to ask Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli their mysterious questions and make them available exclusively to Patrons first and then later to the whole audience. This time the questions cover the blood of St. Januarius, ultraterrestrials, Mary Suratt, RPGs, the Beloved Disciple, and more.
We regularly give Patrons the opportunity to ask Jimmy Akin and Dom Bettinelli their mysterious questions and make them available exclusively to Patrons first and then later to the whole audience. This time the questions cover the blood of St. Januarius, ultraterrestrials, Mary Suratt, RPGs, the Beloved Disciple, and more.
