Let's Talk Religion

In this episode, we explore the world of Seidr in old Norse culture. Can it be called mysticism? Or perhaps a part of the wider phenomenon of "shamanism"? These are questions and topics we explore in this one.Check out my linktree to find our new singe, socials & more: https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/letstalkreligion Also check out the Let's Talk Religion Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ih4sqtWv0wRIhS6HFgerb?si=95b07d83d0254bMusic by:Filip HolmSources/Recomended Reading:Lindow, John (2002). "Norse Mythology: A Guide to Gods, Heroes, Rituals, and Beliefs". Oxford University Press.Näsström, Britt-Mari (1995). "Freyja - the great goddess of the north". Almqvist & Wiksell International.Price, Neil (2019). "The Viking Way: Magic and Mind in Late Iron Age Scandinavia". Oxbow Books; 2nd ed. edition.Stensland, Gro (2007). "Fornnordisk Religion". Natur Kultur Akademisk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dive into the holistic practice of yoga, discovering its profound effects on mind, body, and spirit. Explore its historical roots from ancient India to modern Western interpretations, and learn about the blend of Hatha Yoga and Tantra in shaping contemporary views. Uncover the intriguing relationship between Islam and Hinduism, highlighting Sufi influences. Delve into the commercialization of modern postural yoga and the impacts of key figures, while appreciating yoga's complex heritage and its evolution into current practices.

Sources/Recomended Reading:Addas, Claude (1993). "Quest for the Red Sulphur". The Islamic Texts Society.Austin, R.W.J. (translated by) (1980). "The Bezels of Wisdom". Classics of Western Spirituality Series. Paulist Press.Chittick, William (1989). "The Sufi Path of Knowledge: Ibn 'Arabi's Metaphysics of Imagination".Chittick, William (1998). "The Self-Disclosure of God: Principles of Ibn al-'Arabi's Cosmology". State University of New York Press.Chittick, William (2005). "Ibn Arabi: Heir to the Prophets". OneWorld Publications.Chodkiewicz, Michel (1993). "Seal of the Saints: Prophethood and sainthood in the doctrine of Ibn 'Arabi". Translated by Liadain Sherrard. The Islamic Texts Society.Caner Dagli (translated by) (2004). Ibn 'Arabi - "The Ringstones of Wisdom (Fusus al-Hikam)". Great Books of the Islamic World. Kazi Pubns Inc.Ibn Arabi - "The Universal Tree and the Four Birds (al-ittihad al-kawni). Translated by Angela Jaffray. Oxford: Anqa Publishing.Ibn 'Arabi - "The Openings Revealed in Makkah: al-futuhat al-makkiyya". Translated by Eric Winkel. Volumes 1-4. Pir Press. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this video we explore the life, death and legacy of the 5th century Alexandrian philosopher Hypatia, the very dramatic events that led to her brutal murder and what this can tell us (or not) about the transition from antiquity to the middle ages.Check out my linktree for socials, music & more: https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/letstalkreligion Sources/Recomended Reading:Athanassiadi, Polymnia (ed.) (1999). "Damascius: The Philosophical History: text with translation and notes". Apamea Cultural Association.Gerson, Loyd P (2008). "Cambridge Companion to Plotinus". Cambridge University Press.Gregory, John (ed.) (1998). "The Neoplatonists: a reader". Routledge.Shaw, Gregory (2014). "Theurgy and the Soul: The Neoplatonism of Iamblichus". Angelico Press/Sophia Perennis.Wallis, R.T. (1998). "Neoplatonism". Second Edition. Bristol Classical Paperbacks. Hackett Publishing Company.Watts, Edward J. (2018). "Hypatia: The Life and Legend of an Ancient Philosopher". Academic.Socrates Scholasticus: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/26017.htm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the fascinating character of Fazlallah Astarabadi and his Hurufi (Lettrist) movement, as we dive into the world of Occultism and Esotericism in medieval Iran.Sources/Recomended Reading:Bashir, Shahzad (2005). "Fazlallah Astarabadi and the Hurufis". Oneworld Publications.Burrill, Kathleen R. F. (1972). "The Quatrains of Nesimî Fourteenth-Century Turkic Hurufi". De Gruyter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us as we dive into the wisdom of Ibn Sina, an influential Islamic philosopher, physician, and polymath. Explore his groundbreaking philosophical works, famous proof for the existence of God, controversial actions, views on religion, mystical elements in his thought, and enduring legacy on Islamic philosophy and European medicine.

In this podcast, the hosts delve into the world of Dune, discussing the religious themes and parallels with real-life issues like colonialism. They explore the multifaceted influences behind the Dune books, including Middle Eastern, North African, and Islamic traditions. The discussion also revolves around the Messianic role of Paul Atreides, drawing parallels between the concept of the Mahdi in Islamic religion and Paul's transformation in the story.

Explore the controversial history of the Kalandariyya mystics and their unconventional Sufi practices. Learn about the rejection of societal norms and embrace of extreme asceticism by Malamatiyah and Kalandars. Trace the transformation of Kalandars into traditional Sufism and the evolution of antinomian groups in Islamic history.

Exploring the history and teachings of the Zaydis, a significant but often overlooked school of Shi'i Islam. Discusses the emergence of Shia movement, roles of Imams in Zaydis sect, and the theological differences with Muayatazila. Explores Zaidi jurisprudence, evolution, and societal moral duties.

Delve into the captivating life of Emir Abd al-Qadir, a Sufi Muslim warrior who protected Christians. Explore his leadership in the Algerian resistance, his commitment to Islamic beliefs and sufi mysticism, and his enduring legacy. Discover the heroic acts of Abu Khadar in Damascus, his mystical journey, and the contrasting views on God and the world. Learn about the complex figure of 19th-century Middle East, Adarqadir, known for his virtues and tolerance.