The Ancient Tradition
Jack Logan
Have you ever wondered if God/Supreme Being/Deity/Demiurge, upon the creation of the earth, revealed to human beings a pure, true, religious tradition? In this podcast we explore the surprising and mind-boggling evidence found in the oldest ancient religious writings, cosmologies, theologies, symbols, sacred architecture, rituals, and myths, pointing to a distinct primordial tradition- The Ancient Tradition. We delve into the evidence, examine the patterns, discuss the theology, and contemplate the spiritual implications. It’s a podcast guaranteed to spark discussion, provoke questions, and, ultimately, inspire the pursuit of the divine. Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com and www.youtube.com/@theancienttradition for more amazing comparative religion.
Episodes
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Mar 28, 2026 • 1h 3min
"Let Us Make Humans in Our Image", Part I
A deep dive into the Hebrew phrase "Let us make" and why its plural language has generated debate. A survey of Genesis’ multiple creation accounts and hermeneutic rules for reading them. Comparisons with Mesopotamian rituals where statues and kings are treated as living divine presence. Explanations of temple visions, purity rites, and how cult images were animated.
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Mar 1, 2026 • 1h 6min
The Pochote Tree of the Dynasty
A tour of tree-origin myths across cultures, from Dayak paradisal trees and hornbill headdresses to Zoroastrian plant-to-human tales. Norse and Greek parallels appear with world-tree imagery and sacrificial centers. Mixtec codices and dynastic birth symbolism show trees as sources of royal legitimacy and human origins.
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Feb 15, 2026 • 1h 1min
The Baobab Tree & The Oak-Born
A tour of sacred tree myths and human origins across cultures. Discussion of the baobab and Sandawi creation story where people spring from a tree or rock. Exploration of symbolic meanings linking trees to divine kingship and cosmic centers. Comparative links to Rig Veda motifs and oak-born ancestors in Irish and Roman traditions.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 1h 4min
The Hole Between Worlds
Dive into the captivating tales of creation myths across cultures. Discover ancient claims of divine creators and symbolic sacred centers like the Garden of Eden and Turtle Island. Explore the meaning of the 'hole between worlds' with stories of Okonorote's descent and the Inca emergence at Lake Titicaca. Uncover the Hopi's unique emergence narrative intertwined with rituals and sacred songs. This intriguing journey reveals universal themes in mythology, linking heaven and earth through vibrant imagery and shared human experience.
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Jan 10, 2026 • 50min
How Did We Human Beings Get Here?
Explore the idea of heaven and earth as a once-united paradise, and how ancient cultures depict this cosmic union. Discover the myth of Osiris as the archetypal king and master of balance. Jack dives into creation stories featuring divine offspring and clay artisans shaping humans. Learn about the intriguing cosmic egg myths and various descent tales. From the Haudenosaunee Sky Woman to African roped descent myths, each narrative reveals unique perspectives on humanity's origins and connections to the sacred.
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Nov 25, 2025 • 1h 15min
Seven Sages "Perfect in Lofty Wisdom"
Explore the enigmatic Seven Sages and their ancient wisdom. Discover how heavenly realms were once close and the powerful divine marriage imagery. Delve into the Apkallu, described as 'perfect in lofty wisdom', and their cosmic origins from primordial waters. Learn about Oannes, who emerged to teach civilization after the flood, and the significant role these sages played in legitimizing kings through esoteric knowledge. The podcast teases further connections to other traditions and reveals the vital rituals that linked kings to divine power.
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Nov 1, 2025 • 1h 3min
Attestations of a Pre-Earth Existence
Explore the fascinating myths of pre-earth existence across various cultures. Discover how ancient Near Eastern religions depict a divine family and the cosmic egg concept in Egyptian texts. Delve into the symbolic gourd of the Chinese tradition and the Mesopotamian connection to pre-earth life. Examine the Minyong myth and its spirit council, alongside Maori tales of children choosing existence. Uncover parallels in Celtic and Greek myths about the fall and Eve’s redefined role. Lastly, learn how mortal life is viewed as a path to divine knowledge.
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Oct 21, 2025 • 1h
Who is God? -A Father/Mother of a Divine Family
Dive into the fascinating world of ancient beliefs about God and the divine family. Explore how deities were seen as corporeal beings, with male and female representations in sacred unions. Discover the creative myths of gods and humans born from divine parents across various cultures. Examining rituals, Jack reveals how human practices mirrored heavenly order. Uncover the parallels between Egyptian kingship and divine lineage, and learn how ancient traditions emphasized the procreative nature of the divine.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 50min
Royal Marriage & The Sacred Center, Part II
Explore the cosmic significance of Hindu weddings through the mandap and sacred fire rituals. Discover Vedic marriage as a lifelong journey tied to dharma and eternity. Jack highlights the importance of the seven steps and their vows, emphasizing unity in the process. Fascinating parallels emerge between Hindu circumambulation and other traditions, from Hopi ceremonies to Jewish customs. Delve into the shared cosmology across cultures and how human marriages reflect divine unions, reinforcing the profound connection to a sacred center.
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Sep 12, 2025 • 1h 3min
Symbols of the Sacred Center: The Royal Umbrella
Discover the fascinating role of umbrellas in ancient cultures, especially within Hindu marriage rituals where they symbolize kingship. Dive into the royal umbrella's rich history, tracing its influence from Mesopotamia to India, and its ties to both authority and Buddhist symbolism. Explore Buddhism's emergence as a challenge to traditional beliefs and its connection to enlightenment. Uncover the significance of ancient Egyptian fans, representing royal power and cosmic order, alongside the evolving symbolism of the sacred umbrella in Asian cultures.
