The Lord of Spirits

Explore how divine appearances in the Old Testament reveal Jesus' nature and the significance of the Incarnation. Delve into the concept of eternity and how our human perception shapes our understanding of God. Discover how the resurrection transforms our relationship with time and space, and learn about the profound implications of Christ's humanity. The discussion highlights the tension between divine omnipresence and human experience, offering hope through the Nativity and our participation in divine eternity.

Dive into the celestial realm where ancient astrology meets Biblical wisdom. The hosts explore the fascinating journey of astrology from Babylonian roots to its Christian perspectives. Discover the distinctions between astronomy and astrology, and how omens influenced ancient beliefs. The symbolism of the zodiac and its links to the tribes of Israel also come to light. Engaging discussions reveal how Christianity reframes concepts of fate and freedom, urging listeners to seek liberation from fatalism. Tune in for insights that intertwine heaven and humanity!

Explore the fascinating world of ancient mystery cults, from the Eleusinian mysteries and their chthonic themes to the Dionysian rites filled with ecstatic experiences. Learn how initiation rituals aimed for personal transformation and compare them to modern religious practices. Delve into the intriguing connections between these ancient traditions and Christianity, while recognizing essential differences. The hosts also share cautionary insights about the pursuit of spiritual experiences in contemporary faith.

In 1954, deep under the streets of London, a mysterious 3rd c. temple was unearthed, but it was not as hoped a Christian church. It was a Mithraeum, a place of bloody secret rituals practiced by Roman soldiers. Who is their god Mithras? And is he the real Jesus?

In this live-recorded, in-person Q&A session, Fr. Stephen and Fr. Andrew respond to questions and comments from the attendees at the Lord of Spirits Conference, hosted Oct. 2-5 at the Antiochian Village in Ligonier, Pennsylvania.

Some say that the Persians had their own Messiah, and some even say that this is where Israel got the idea. Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Persian Empire, once ruled much of the ancient world. But was he God's anointed?

Nebuchadnezzar II, king of the Neo-Babylonian empire, most powerful man in the world, was brought low by divine madness. Who was this king who lived in the shadow of Etemenanki, whose visions were revealed by a prophet, and whose apex in pop culture is as a wealthy zucchini?

The ancients told tales of the inundation of the world with water -- the Great Flood. How do these stories compare with the story told in Genesis, and what does this event mean for the Christian?

It's time to call in with all your weirdest, nuttiest, and most mind-bending questions, from giants to the gyrations of James T. Kirk.

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