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The Symbolic World

Jonathan Pageau

Jonathan Pageau looks at symbolism in all its forms, from its source in sacred stories and images to contemporary culture and ultimately how it shapes the world we encounter.

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289 - My Most Anti-Symbolic Talk - The Quest For A...

The Symbolic World ·

2023/05/30

My talk at The Quest for a Spiritual Home conference in Chino, California in May 2023 with Paul VanderKlay, John Vervaeke, and John Van Donk. Title: The Importance of Disappointment This was the second talk after Paul VanderKlay. Event info: https://thesymbolicworld.com/news/estuary-chino-2023-event-with-jonathan-pageau-john-vervaeke-and-paul-vanderklay -------------- 💻 Website and blog: http://www.thesymbolicworld.com 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jonathanpageau 🗣 Join The Symbolic World

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288 - AI, Moloch and the Genie's Lamp

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2023/05/24

In this video, previously released as a patron-only video, I talk about artificial intelligence (AI) and how it relates to both the deity Moloch and the genie's lamp. Original video: https://youtu.be/ssGKniyIUGk ---------------------- Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Coming up next... 00:00:28 - Intro music 00:00:53 - Introduction 00:01:35 - Can't stop, won't stop 00:05:12 - A desire to die 00:07:01 - Working to its own birth 00:09:21 - The genie's lamp 00:14:01 - Identification ---------------------- 💻

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287 - Richard Rohlin - Universal History: The...

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2023/05/16

In one of our most important Universal History episodes yet, Richard Rohlin takes us through the origin of nationalism, what nations are, what they need to exist, and where they come from. How do these narratives about identity fit into what we have been calling Universal History? And how can we properly participate in the world around us? -AMBORIA KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/strangeowlgames/amboria-roleplaying-in-the-world-under-starlight -Support the Patreon for Richard

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286 - Music and Pattern (Royal Northern College of...

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2023/05/11

Many of you might have seen this Q&A on YouTube already. It's been on YouTube for a whole 6 months and we have made many clips from it, but since it's such a good discussion, I thought it would be a shame not to have it on the podcast too. Thank you to the Royal Northern College of Music for hosting the discussion. YouTube video: https://youtu.be/OutbtwqxZn0 --------------------------------- 💻 Website and blog: http://www.thesymbolicworld.com 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jonathanpageau 🗣

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285 - Heather Pollington - From Hollywood To The...

The Symbolic World ·

2023/05/05

This podcast might be more suitable to watch in video form since the topic of discussion is design: https://youtu.be/tzpvLekXy6U Heather Pollington is a UK-based Lead Graphic and Surface Designer working in the Film and Television Industry. She has been involved with many popular films like Hellboy 2, Skyfall, Maleficent 2, Marvel's Eternals, and more. She designed the new Symbolic World logo and will be working with me to publish a series of fairy tale books, starting with Snow White. In this

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284 - John Vervaeke and Jacob Howland - The Symposium

The Symbolic World ·

2023/04/26

I sit down with John Vervaeke and Jacob Howland to discuss The Symposium, one of the great dialogues of Plato. Professor Jacob Howland is Director of University of Austin, Texas' Intellectual Foundations program. Previously, Howland served as McFarlin Professor of Philosophy at the University of Tulsa and Senior Fellow at the Tikvah Fund. He is the author of five books and one edited book, including two on Plato’s Republic as well as studies of Kierkegaard and the Talmud. Howland’s articles have

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283 - John Vervaeke and Paul VanderKlay - The Quest...

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2023/04/20

https://events.eventzilla.net/e/estuary-chino-2023-2138601197 Date of event: Thursday, 18 May 2023 12:00 PM - Sunday, 21 May 2023 4:00 PM PDT Place of event: CrossPoint Church, 6950 Edison Ave, Chino, CA, 91710, United States. Join Jonathan Pageau, John Vervaeke, and Paul VanderKlay for a two-day event with presentations, conversations, and break-out sessions using the Estuary Protocol, moderated by Kathryn Wilson. On May 21, join John Vervaeke for guided meditation at 7am, followed by Paul as a

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282 - Passover - Death of the Firstborn: Exodus 11-12

The Symbolic World ·

2023/04/14

This is the fourth video in my series on the Book of Exodus. I discuss the final Plague of Egypt, the death of the firstborn. Exodus playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVX4HUUPrIY9XKQi8WMm1WDVcjNcCIf4k 00:53 - 02:14 - Website announcement --- 💻 Website and blog: http://www.thesymbolicworld.com 🔗 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jonathanpageau 🗣 Join The Symbolic World Community for discussions about symbolism: https://thesymbolicworld.com/subscribe BECOME A PATRON 🔒 Website:

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281 - Seraphim Hamilton - Symbolism, Scripture, and...

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2023/03/31

This is a repost from an interview I did a month ago on Seraphim Hamilton's YouTube channel. Seraphim is Orthodox and does a lot of Biblical analysis and theology-themed videos. In this discussion, he asked me about my work and approach to symbolism in Christianity, theology, and universal history. We also spoke about the current moment, the Son of Man, and the beauty of Scripture. - Original interview on Seraphim's channel: https://youtu.be/C9pNpJxY3kQ - Seraphim's channel:

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280 - Richard Rohlin - Universal History: Beowulf

The Symbolic World ·

2023/03/23

In this episode of my Universal History series with Richard Rohlin, we discuss the Old English poem, Beowulf. Also, stay tuned for an online course we will host in the coming months about Beowulf from a symbolic perspective. Support Richard’s project on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/strangeowlgames Original video: https://youtu.be/z48XXFRTerk Universal History playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVX4HUUPrIY_M2uZP3yW6EEiod3fGD6FD Support this podcast: www.patreon.com/pageauvideos My

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52:10

279 - Fr. Andrew Damick and Richard Rohlin -...

The Symbolic World ·

2023/03/16

This is a discussion I had with Fr. Andrew Damick and Richard Rohlin from Ancient Faith Ministries about an Orthodox pilgrimage they made to Lithuania. They have an upcoming documentary and a podcast called The Wolf and the Cross about what they learned about Orthodoxy in Lithuania. Original video: https://youtu.be/36mr6G-rHUc?t=1641 Discussed images: - Image of the icon, Our Lady of the Gate of Dawn: https://youtu.be/36mr6G-rHUc?t=1514 - An icon similar to the icon St. Seraphim of Sarov had:

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278 - Gregg Hurwitz - New Think

The Symbolic World ·

2023/03/10

Gregg Hurwitz is the New York Times #1 internationally bestselling author of 23 thrillers including the Orphan X series. In this podcast, we discuss a recent graphic novel he wrote called New Think. It covers some of the dangers of technology in our current culture, through the lens of agency and attention. We also talk about politics, propaganda, and community. New Think (paperback): https://www.amazon.com/New-Think-1-Gregg-Hurwitz/dp/1953165400 Gregg Hurwitz website: https://gregghurwitz.net/

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277 - Scala Foundation - The Mother Of God

The Symbolic World ·

2023/03/03

This is a repost of a Scala Foundation webinar in anticipation of the upcoming Scala Conference in April 2023. The topic of our discussion was Mary and the Burning Bush, so we discussed Mary, the Mother of Christ, and her symbolic significance in Christianity, how she relates to revelation, veiling, body, art, the role and power of the feminine, community, and much more. The Scala Conference will be held at Princeton Seminary, where I will be exchanging with Aidan Hart and other speakers on 21-22

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58:57

276 - The End Of Desacrilization in Art

The Symbolic World ·

2023/02/23

Please take note that given this talk is about art, you might want to watch the YouTube version where you can see the images I talk about: https://youtu.be/1WYh20sYBsQ In this episode, I take you through the history of modern art through the lens of desacralization, finally also making the argument that in a way, we might have reached its end. ========== - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesymbolicworld.store - Language of Creation, by Matthieu

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275 - Michael Legaspi - Subjectivity and the Psalms

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2023/02/16

Dr. Michael Legaspi is an Associate Professor of the Old Testament at Saint Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary. In this discussion, we explore the Psalms and the question of subjectivity, perception, the soul, memory, participation, and attention. https://www.svots.edu/people/dr-michael-legaspi - Original video: https://youtu.be/nZA2XLjOzC4 - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesymbolicworld.store - Language of Creation, by Matthieu Pageau:

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274 - Spencer Klavan - How To Save The West (More...

The Symbolic World ·

2023/02/09

This is a repost of a discussion on the More Christ channel and podcast where Spencer Klavan and I were invited to have a conversation. We discussed some of our agreements, especially pertaining to his book, titled "How to Save the West". Please support the More Christ channel and stay tuned for our collaborations. Original video: More Christ - Episode 95: Jonathan Pageau and Spencer Klavan: God, Dante, Jordan Peterson and How to Save the West: https://youtu.be/tCfvVopvZsk Spencer's work: - Book:

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273 - Why We Venerate Images

The Symbolic World ·

2023/02/03

Recently there's been some online debate about icons and the veneration of icons. In this podcast episode, I try to take a step back to show the deeper reason why icons are important in the thrust and fullness of God's revelation. - Original video: https://youtu.be/bSo3ThY9D0M - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesymbolicworld.store - Language of Creation, by Matthieu Pageau: www.amazon.com/Language-Creation…ook/dp/B07D738HD8 Support this podcast: -

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272 - Brandon Dayton - Green Monk

The Symbolic World ·

2023/01/27

I sit down with Brandon Dayton, an artist who wrote a beautiful and interesting comic book called Green Monk. We discuss his work and inspiration. Green Monk: Blood of the Martyrs by Brandon Dayton: https://www.amazon.com/Green-Monk-Martyrs-Brandon-Dayton/dp/1534308318 - Original video: https://youtu.be/zA7CSppNhFA - The Symbolic World website and blog: www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: www.thesymbolicworld.store - Language of Creation, by Matthieu Pageau:

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271 - The Plagues Of Egypt

The Symbolic World ·

2023/01/24

Exodus 5-10. In light of my participation in Jordan Peterson's Exodus Seminar, I'm continuing with my own commentary on Exodus. This is part 3 where we cover primarily the 10 plagues of Egypt and the symbolic pattern they embody. Part 1: Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2: https://youtu.be/3mbZYgZfHo4 Part 2: The Burning Bush: Exodus 3-4: https://youtu.be/xG72lKeQ5SY Make sure to head to Daily Wire: https://www.dailywire.com/show/exodus - St. Gregory of Nyssa, The Life of Moses:

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270 - Luxury - Parallel Love

The Symbolic World ·

2023/01/12

I interviewed Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman and Fr. David Bozeman, three Orthodox priests who are also in a rock band called Luxury. They started Luxury in the 90s but have since started making music again, released an album in 2019 and are working on a new one. We discuss their story, their music and approach to art, how to reconcile secular art with the sacred, their influences and creative process and more. Enjoy. Parallel Love documentary: https://www.parallel-love.com/#home Luxury -

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