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John Matthews
Renowned Arthurian scholar and author with a long career studying myth and the Grail tradition, invited to discuss the newly translated Prophecies of Merlin and its historical and literary significance.
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Sep 23, 2025
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Prophecies of Merlin
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Join renowned Arthurian scholar John Matthews, an expert in myth and the Grail tradition, as he unveils the freshly translated Prophecies of Merlin. Discover Merlin's darker origins and his entrapment by the Lady of the Lake. Matthews delves into how prophetic texts served political purposes and reveals a more human side of Merlin. The conversation also explores the connections between Merlin, Prester John, and the intriguing relics that captured medieval imaginations, painting a vivid picture of this mystical era.
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