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Beyond the Walls Book Chat

J.R.R. Tolkien once said, "Fairy tales do not deny the existence of sorrow and failure; they give a fleeting glimpse of joy beyond the walls of the world, poignant as grief."This podcast is designed to take you on a journey beyond those walls to discover the joy, wisdom, and timeless lessons classic books offer. If you have a thirst for knowledge, a love for literature, and a desire to grow through the wisdom of authors long gone then this podcast is for you. Use these episodes to curate a personal

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24:48

The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

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2024/11/14

This new journey to Narnia takes Lucy and Edmond on a high seas adventure. But unfortunately their pesky cousin Eustace is tagging along. But Aslan has a reason for bringing them all into His world. Lewis uses the third book in the Chronicles of Narnia to teach eternal truths nestled inside a deliciously fun story.Books I mention in tonight's episode:Further Up, and Further In: Understanding NarniaPlanet NarniaThree Philosophies of LifeSend us a textBeyond the Walls participates in the Amazon...

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21:45

Prince Caspian

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2024/11/07

The Pevensies are drawn back into Narnia. But it's not like the Narnia they remember. Tonight, let's look again at the motif of the return of the king and how faith plays a role throughout the second story in the Chronicles of Narnia.A helpful book to dive deeper into the Narnian world:Planet NarniaSend us a textBeyond the Walls participates in the Amazon Affiliate Program. If you buy a book that I recommend, I may receive an affiliate commission. This does not affect the price you pay or the...

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32:44

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

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2024/10/31

The first book of the Chronicles of Narnia opens our eyes to the mythical mind of C.S. Lewis. What is it about this simple fairy tale that has captured the hearts of children for more than 70 years? And how deep could the symbolism really be? Tonight's episode explores the simplicity and also the depth this book supplies.Disclaimer: I realized I'm oversimplifying Ward's thesis from Planet Narnia. It's hard for me to condense his great ideas. I highly suggest you read his book in order to unde...

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17:57

The Screwtape Letters

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2024/10/24

Conceived during a boring Sunday morning sermon, Lewis's The Screwtape Letters has become a landmark book in how we look at temptation. Written from the perspective of a senior demon advising a junior demon, this book gives us insight into what is the key method used in keeping a Christian from following God. Tonight's episode explores the dingy thread that is woven through every letter and how knowing this thread can guide us to the right decisions every day.Get your own copy of...The Screwt...

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32:25

The Great Divorce

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2024/10/17

The first book to explore in Lewis's oeuvre is The Great Divorce. This classic joins the notable list of "dream of" or "trip to" heaven books from the centuries. It's no surprise that Lewis had his own original take and rather than Virgil as his guide he chooses George MacDonald. Let's travel together through the imagination of this great author.Books I mention in this episode:The Medieval Mind of C.S. Lewis by Jason BaxterThe Great DivorceDante's Divine ComedyThe Pilgrim's ProgressPiers the ...

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25:11

Who Was C.S. Lewis?

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2024/10/10

Season Three opens with a brief biography of our new author. C.S. Lewis, a towering intellect of the 20th century, continues to influence Christian apologetics and fantasy literature. His legacy is still being analyzed and discussed in numerous books, blogs, and podcasts.Some books I mention in tonight's episode:A Hobbit A Wardrobe and A Great WarThe Myth Made FactThe Medieval Mind of C.S. LewisThe Great DivorceSome highly recommended biographies to read:C.S. Lewis: Master StorytellerC.S. Lew...

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15:42

One Last Look over Paradise Lost

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2024/10/03

More than three centuries after its creation, Paradise Lost retains its significance. Tonight's concluding episode will revisit the essential literary elements of this masterpiece and explore why the Great Books continue to be read today.Get your own copy of Paradise Lost today.Send us a textBeyond the Walls participates in the Amazon Affiliate Program. If you buy a book that I recommend, I may receive an affiliate commission. This does not affect the price you pay or the edition of the book ...

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Books Eleven & Twelve: Providence Their Guide

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2024/09/26

We've reached the end of the Garden story. But really it's only the beginning for the rest of humanity. Tonight's episode explores what makes these last two books different from the rest of the poem and why we are still reading this Epic after nearly 400 years.Send us a textBeyond the Walls participates in the Amazon Affiliate Program. If you buy a book that I recommend, I may receive an affiliate commission. This does not affect the price you pay or the edition of the book you receive.

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21:08

Book Ten: The Ripple Effect

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2024/09/18

Last week we left Adam and Eve squabbling in the Garden. This week the story opens in Heaven and from there we will visit all the locations this book has mentioned so far: Heaven, Hell, Chaos, and Eden. The range and scope of Book 10 is an example of the massiveness of this Epic. Tonight, we'll explore all the places and see all the people as we witness everything that is affected by the Fall of the first man and woman.Send us a textBeyond the Walls participates in the Amazon Affiliate Progra...

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23:58

Book Nine: The Fall part 2

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2024/09/12

In the second part of Book 9 Satan (disguised as the serpent) approaches the solitary Eve. What takes place next has been described by Ryken as the "grandest temptation story in all of English literature." Tonight, we'll discuss what makes it so impactful and how Adam and Eve approach this turning point so differently. In this episode I refer to the following books:Milton's Paradise Lost by Leland RykenA Preface to Paradise Lost by C.S. LewisSend us a textBeyond the Walls participates in...

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28:15

Book Nine: The Fall part 1

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2024/09/05

The climax of the entire poem comes in Book 9. Milton holds nothing back in this section and in the end, it comes out to more than 1100 lines. So, tonight's episode is only tackling the first third of the story where Milton sets the stage for the Epic Fall that is about to take place. Together let's look at the three main parts of this opening and what they show us about ourselves and the larger story.Send us a textBeyond the Walls participates in the Amazon Affiliate Program. If you buy a bo...

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21:16

Book Eight: Adam

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2024/08/29

Book 8 is a collection of back-and-forth conversations between Adam and Raphael as they share the various things they know about God, the world, and their place in God's creation. How much did Adam truly understand about his position in the cosmos? According to C.S. Lewis, he understood it all. This episode explores Milton's depiction of Adam and Eve before the Fall. And we'll watch the action unfold as Raphael gives a final warning to obey and returns to Heaven. The stage is now set for the ...

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24:42

Book Seven: The First Mover

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2024/08/22

Milton employs the full range of baroque style in Book 7 of Paradise Lost, as he tells the story of Creation. Following the war in Heaven God takes on an epic task that shows off His majestic creativity. From the moment Jesus holds the Golden Compass and begins to circumscribe the Universe we are able to see a beautiful picture of what Aristotle called the Prime Mover or Uncaused Cause. Tonight's episode explores all the beauty and grandeur of the story that begins all stories.In this episode...

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34:53

Book Six: Let it Profit Thee

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2024/08/15

The ultimate battle scene unfolds in Book 6, depicting the celestial war and the expulsion of the rebels from God's presence. Drawing inspiration from the epic war poems, Milton surpasses them once more. The conflict spans three days, featuring aerial hand-to-hand combat, rousing speeches, plummeting mountains, anguished angels, and a hellish fall lasting nine days. The angel Abdiel returns in this book, inspiring us with his honesty and courage. Don't miss tonight's episode where I discuss t...

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28:50

Book Five: A Perfect Example

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2024/08/08

Book 5 is the introduction book for the Battle in Heaven. The angel Raphael is dispatched to the Garden to instruct Adam and Eve in the created realms. Along with his instruction comes the story of Satan's rebellion. And woven into that is a beautiful picture of a faithful angel named Abdiel who stands up for the right thing even when he's all alone. Let's discover together the lesson and example Milton has for us in Book 5 of Paradise Lost.Reference books I used for this episode:A Preface to...

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31:13

Book Four: A Universal Longing

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2024/08/01

Book 4 of Paradise Lost records a momentous point in the story. Here is the place we listen to Satan speak honestly about his feelings and situation for the first and last time. This is the book where we finally meet Adam and Eve and see their beautiful home in Paradise. The action is picking up and there are many things to explore in this part of the story. For references and helps in today's episode the following books were consulted:The Biblically Annotated EditionMilton's Paradise Lost by...

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23:30

Book 3: From the Beginning

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2024/07/26

Theologians dissect and divide and make us all dizzy. Meanwhile Milton takes that high wisdom and tells a story to make the invisible visible for us. Book 3 of Paradise Lost shows us a Heavenly Dialogue that will touch our hearts and offer us peace. Since before it all, God had a plan to redeem us. What a blessing!The primary source for my episode today was from this book: Milton's Paradise Lost.Send us a Text Message.Beyond the Walls participates in the Amazon Affiliate Program. If you buy a...

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28:41

Book 2: Settling for Less

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2024/07/18

The first half of Book 2 is the war counsel in hell when the demons discuss the best way to take back Heaven. Three main arguments are presented, but there's still one more that's worse. What can we learn about ourselves from the suggestions raised in hell? Find out in tonight's episode on Book 2 of Paradise Lost.Books I've used for research:A Preface to Paradise Lost by C.S. LewisMilton's Paradise Lost by Leland RykenJohn Milton: Classical Learning and the Progress of Virtue by Gra...

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29:17

Book One: The Epic Victim

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2024/07/11

Book 1 of Paradise Lost opens with an invocation that's longer and better than any that have come before. Following that we watch as Satan states his list of grand and epic grievances and calls all his troops to order. Tonight's episode sorts through all the parts of this book and covers why it's the stopping point for many readers. Let's stick together and tackle the hard parts so we can move on to the stunning literary achievements that lie ahead.Click here for more information on Gustave D...

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21:04

Paradise Lost: A Bird's Eye View

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2024/07/04

Tonight's episode contains an overview of Milton's massive poem. Paradise Lost reaches to answer the deep questions of our souls. Milton threw all his skills at this grand epic and has given us a story rich in allusions, drama, character, and rich language. Better than that, his story has truth; truth we can grasp with both hands. This is just a flyover of the whole adventure. Buckle up, we're going to soar to great heights.Books I've used for research:A Preface to Paradise Lost by C.S. ...

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