The Ancient Tradition

Who is God? -A Sexed Being, Part I

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Apr 2, 2025
Delve into the theological debate on God's gender identity and its celestial implications. Explore the primordial waters of creation and their ties to ancient chaos and order. Discover how ancient cultures shaped their understanding of God as a corporeal and sexed being. Unpack the gendered portrayals of deities in Mesopotamia, highlighting key figures and their familial roles. Finally, examine the transformative dynamics of divine relationships in Egyptian mythology, showcasing the importance of androgyny and partnership in the cosmos.
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ANECDOTE

Walls of Ancient Cities

  • Ancient cities like Uruk, Heliopolis, and Jericho built walls mirroring the cosmic wall protecting God's creation.
  • Episode 53 discusses this concept and provides pictures of these walls.
INSIGHT

Primordial Waters

  • Ovid, in Metamorphosis, describes primordial waters as "rude, lumpy matter" or "discordant atoms."
  • This aligns with the ancient Near Eastern view of waters as pre-existing, unordered matter.
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