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Data Over Dogma

Episode 65: I Got Soul, and I'm Super Bad

Jul 1, 2024
Exploring the concept of soul and self, development of intention and agency in children, ancestral worship and deity connection, interpretation of Ezekiel 13:17-23, immaterial vs. material aspects of human existence, supernatural beliefs and consequences of meddling with souls
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Quick takeaways

  • Ancient beliefs in manipulating dream souls for personal gain reveal intriguing intersections of spirituality and tangible practices.
  • Ancestral worship and cognitive science shed light on the intuitive understanding of the soul's presence after death.

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Summary of Soul Hunting Concept

In the podcast, the episode delves into the concept presented in Ezekiel 13 where women are described as using pillowcases to hunt down dream souls and hold them for ransom. The idea involves luring souls during sleep and trapping them to extort money from their owners. Scholars like Richard Steiner interpret the text to suggest a belief in the separation of the soul from the body during sleep, where dream souls could be captured and manipulated for personal gain, reflecting ancient beliefs in the power and vulnerability of the soul.

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