Roberto Morales

In this engaging discussion, Roberto Morales, an Associate Professor of Sanskrit at the University of Costa Rica, explores the intriguing parallels between ancient Greek and Indian literature. Topics include deep narrative similarities between Achilles and Bhishma, and the shared ogre motifs of Cyclops and rakshasas. Morales also examines the complexities of cultural influence, the origins of Greco-Roman and Indian exchanges, and odd details suggesting literary borrowing. His insights invite listeners to reconsider the interconnectedness of ancient cultures.