The Legends of History

Nabu: The God of Wisdom and Writing (Mesopotamian Mythology Explained) 29.12.2021 19:34 ↓

Despite the popularity of many of the other deities, it was Nabu who held out the longest when cult centres, cultures and religious belief were largely overcome by invaders.

Ryujin: The Dragon King of the Sea (Exploring Dragons and Serpents) 29.12.2021 28:36 ↓

In Japan, Ryujin - the dragon king, sea god and master of the serpents was not your typical airborne dragon that terrorised cities or breathed hellish fire. Instead, Ryujin was depicted in art as more of a sea-serpent - a creature that stuck to the waters as opposed to soaring the skies.

Rhea: The Mother of the Gods (Greek Mythology Explained) 29.12.2021 28:15 ↓

Of course Zeus still makes a move on her.... *sigh*

What is the Mark of the Beast? 29.12.2021 21:32 ↓

There are many interpretations as to what the Mark of the Beast means, from physical branding, spiritual marking or perhaps something more metaphoric. Yet, of all the interpretations, most agree that such a mark is insidious at the very least...

The Revenge of Jacob (Biblical Stories Explained) 29.12.2021 21:23 ↓

Jacob turns the tables on Laban and serves him a slice of humble pie.

Ninhursag: The Mother Goddess (Mesopotamian Mythology Explained) 29.12.2021 25:37 ↓

Mother Goddesses have always been a prominent feature across many different mythologies, but it is Ninhursag who some might say exercised unusual staying  power when compared to the more popular gods who would come to dominate all of Mesopotamia.

Abel's Vengeance (Book of Enoch Explained) [Chapter 22] 29.12.2021 12:24 ↓

In this episode, we see Enoch run into an old, familiar face...

Nergal/Erra: The Lord of Destruction, Death, Plague and War (Mesopotamian Mythology Explained) 17.12.2021 18:59 ↓

Nergal - Mesopotamian god of destroying things because, why not? 

The Succubi and Incubi - The Hammer of Witches: Part 3 (Malleus Maleficarum Explained) 17.12.2021 14:13 ↓

One of the most famous medieval treatises regarding witchcraft. Inquisitor Heinrich Kramer published the document in the late 15th century with the intention of challenging any arguments against the existence of sorcery and to instruct the courts on how to both interrogate and convict witches.

Enoch's Journey to the Lake of Fire (Book of Enoch Explained) [Chapters 17-18] 17.12.2021 15:17 ↓

Enoch heads to the lake of fire in today's episode, but what else will he see? 

Astraeus: The Titan of Dusk (Greek Mythology Explained) 17.12.2021 8:37 ↓

In today's instalment of Greek Mythology, we look at the lesser known and oft mysterious deity of the dusk.

The Deception of Laban (Biblical Stories Explained) 17.12.2021 17:13 ↓

Worst father in law ever!

What Happened to the Ark of the Covenant and Where Is It Now? 17.12.2021 44:34 ↓

What happened to the bible's most sacred artefact and where could it possibly be now?

Tethys: The Titan Goddess of the Sea (Greek Mythology Explained) 17.12.2021 18:47 ↓

In today's instalment of Greek Mythology Explained, we put the wife of Oceanus under the spotlight.

The Prison of the Fallen Angels (Book of Enoch Explained) [Chapters 19-21] 17.12.2021 18:20 ↓

As Enoch journeys onwards, he finds himself in a most dark and sullen place...

The Rivalry Between Rachel and Leah (Biblical Stories Explained) 17.12.2021 26:03 ↓

Jacob - AKA, the Baby Maker.

How Jacob Took the Blessing (Biblical Stories Explained) 16.11.2021 34:22 ↓

Vintage Jacob at it again 

King Edgar: The Peaceful (British Kings & Queens Explained) 16.11.2021 11:33 ↓

A cut above is younger brother, for sure... 

Jacob's Dream of the Angels (Biblical Stories Explained) 16.11.2021 11:24 ↓

Jacob's dream is the first step in his path away from trickery and towards something more akin to righteousness. 

Themis: The Titan Goddess of Divine Justice (Greek Mythology Explained) 16.11.2021 15:06 ↓

Goddess of wisdom, order and divine justice Themis was believed to have established the rules by which both man and god were forced to acknowledge. 

The Death of Abraham (Biblical Stories Explained) 15.11.2021 9:49 ↓

Gone... but not forgotten

Mnemosyne: The Goddess of Memory (Greek Mythology Explained) 15.11.2021 14:29 ↓

Is anyone safe from Zeus?

Esau & Jacob: How Jacob Gained the Birth Right (Biblical Stories Explained) 15.11.2021 16:20 ↓

I know a few heel catchers in real life.

Inanna/Ishtar: The Goddess of Love & War (Mesopotamian Mythology Explained) 15.11.2021 17:23 ↓

Don't look at her the wrong way... 

Baphomet: The Templar Knights' Dirty Secret (Angels & Demons Explained) 15.11.2021 15:58 ↓

As above, so below.