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Le symbolisme de la contraception

Jonathan et Jean-Philippe expliquent comment la contraception déconnecte ses utilisateurs à plusieurs niveaux de la réalité.

Le symbolisme de la contraception

Jonathan et Jean-Philippe expliquent comment la contraception déconnecte ses utilisateurs à plusieurs niveaux de la réalité.

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The Plagues of Egypt: Exodus 5-10

Exodus 5-10. In light of my participation in Jordan Peterson’s Exodus Seminar, I’m continuing with my own commentary on Exodus.

The Plagues of Egypt: Exodus 5-10

Exodus 5-10. In light of my participation in Jordan Peterson’s Exodus Seminar, I’m continuing with my own commentary on Exodus.

Parallel Love - with Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman, Fr. David Bozeman (Luxury)

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Parallel Love - with Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman, Fr. David Bozeman (Luxury)

I interviewed Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman and Fr. David Bozeman, three Orthodox priests who are also in a rock band called Luxury.

Parallel Love - with Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman, Fr. David Bozeman (Luxury)

I interviewed Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman and Fr. David Bozeman, three Orthodox priests who are also in a rock band called Luxury.

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After Socrates - with John Vervaeke

John Vervaeke ( @johnvervaeke ) will release a new YouTube series called After Socrates, that’ll premiere on 9th January 2023 and then release two episodes per week. In this discussion we talk about what the series will be about, Socrates, Plato, mythos and knowledge, how our work intersect and differ, higher consciousness and the role of mankind in the cosmos and much more.

After Socrates - with John Vervaeke

Into a New World - with Chris Mastropietro

I sat down with Christopher Mastropietro, a trained philosopher who has been working with John Vervaeke on various projects. They wrote a book together called ‘Zombies in Western Culture: A Twenty-First Century Crisis’ and Chris is currently helping John to turn his Meaning Crisis lecture series into a book.

Into a New World - with Chris Mastropietro

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie — Partie II

Suite aux commentaires sur le vidéo précédent sur le travail, Jonathan et Jean-Philippe expliquent plus en détail et avec plus d'exemples ce que veut dire appliquer le symbolisme concrètement.

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie — Partie II

Suite aux commentaires sur le vidéo précédent sur le travail, Jonathan et Jean-Philippe expliquent plus en détail et avec plus d'exemples ce que veut dire appliquer le symbolisme concrètement.

Revenge of the Scapegoat - with Luke Burgis

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Revenge of the Scapegoat - with Luke Burgis

I talk with Luke Burgis, an author and expert of René Girard. He's written a book called 'Wanting: the Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life'. Today we discuss Girard, the problem and solution of sacrifice, Christianity, desire and rivalry, our modern concern for victims after the World Wars, the formation of Antichrist, cancel culture and more.

Revenge of the Scapegoat - with Luke Burgis

Universal History: Anglo-Saxon Myths and the Origin of Fairies - with Richard Rohlin

This is the first episode of a series of videos on Anglo–Saxon myths and their role in the Universal History.

Universal History: Anglo-Saxon Myths and the Origin of Fairies - with Richard Rohlin

This is the first episode of a series of videos on Anglo–Saxon myths and their role in the Universal History.

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Le symbolisme de l'Avent

Jonathan et Jean-Philippe analysent le symbolisme de deux hymnes de l'Avent

Le symbolisme de l'Avent

Jonathan et Jean-Philippe analysent le symbolisme de deux hymnes de l'Avent

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The Burning Bush: Exodus 3-4

Exodus 3-4. In light of my participation in Jordan Peterson's Exodus Seminar, I'm continuing with my own commentary on Exodus. This is my second video on the subject, where I will cover the burning bush in Exodus 3 all the way up to Zipporah and the circumcision of Moses' son in Exodus 4.

The Burning Bush: Exodus 3-4

The Garden of Gethsemane

This is a short video that was recorded during my time in Jerusalem with Jordan Peterson. I discuss the moment where Christ prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane and what it meant in the larger context of the crucifixion.

The Garden of Gethsemane

Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2

"In light of my recent participation in Jordan Peterson's Exodus Seminar, I thought I would do a commentary on Exodus for those who are looking for more content on the subject. For the convesation, make sure to head to Daily Wire. https://www.dailywire.com/show/exodus - The Symbolic World website and blog: http://www.thesymbolicworld.com - Merch: http://www.thesymbolicworld.store - The"

Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2

The Fall Into Meta-Consciousness | with Bernardo Kastrup (More Christ)

"This is a repost of my second conversation with Bernardo Kastrup on the More Christ channel and podcast. We discuss the question of different levels and kinds of consciousness, agency, meta-consciousness, spontaneous (\u201cunconscious\u201d) intelligence, intuition, the boundaries of identity, team dynamics and how all of this tie in with the Genesis narrative. Original video: Episode"

The Fall Into Meta-Consciousness | with Bernardo Kastrup (More Christ)

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie

"Jonathan et Jean-Philippe explorent le symbolisme du travail et expliquent comment unifier sa vie pour en rendre chaque partie significative. Soumissions d'articles francophones: jp_marceau16@hotmail.com Cha\u00eene anglaise de Jonathan: https://www.youtube.com/user/pageaujo... Cha\u00eene anglaise de Jean-Philippe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZzl... Marchandise: teespring.com/stores/the-sy

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie

Platonist and Orthodox Images - with Dr. Wolfgang Smith (The Meaning Code)

This is a repost of a discussion I had on The Meaning Code YouTube channel and podcast with Karen Wong, Dr. Richard Smith and Dr. Wolfgang Smith. The majority of this discussion was about bringing my and Wolfgang's work together. He is a scholar and researcher in the fields of mathematics and physics, but he is also a writer on theology, metaphysics, and religion. We discuss both our work and how they connect, sacred art, geometry, the Renaissance, materialism, perennialism, sacrifice, measurement, the continuity of identity and much more.

Platonist and Orthodox Images - with Dr. Wolfgang Smith (The Meaning Code)

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Symbolism Explained: Fractals

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Dec 24, 2024

For December 2024's patron video I explain the theory of fractal symbolism, why it's important and powerful, and how we can sometimes go wrong when we apply this symbolism.

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December 2024 Patron Q&A

December 2024's patron Q&A will occur on Monday, December 23rd, 2024, at 11 am EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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The Restoration of Notre Dame

For November 2024's patron video I take a closer look into the restoration of Notre Dame de Paris. After a devastating fire in 2019, and 5 years of reconstruction, Notre Dame is now officially open. But did they get it right in how they rebuilt the church?

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November 2024 Patron Q&A

November 2024's patron Q&A will occur on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at 2pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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My Perspective on Jordan Peterson's Discussion with Richard Dawkins

Jonathan Pageau

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Nov 4, 2024

For October 2024's patron video I give some comments regarding Jordan Peterson and Richard Dawkins' recent discussion on Jordan's podcast. Thank you for your continued support. - Their original discussion: Dawkins vs Peterson: Memes & Archetypes | Alex O’Connor Moderates | EP 491: https://youtu.be/8wBtFNj_o5k?si=aknGX5kaR-8WVduB

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October 2024 Patron Q&A

October 2024's patron Q&A will occur on Tuesday, October 29th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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A Special Look Behind the Scenes at Symbolic World Press

For September 2024's patron video, I give you a special behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming Symbolic World Press book projects. I really believe that we are at a turning point in storytelling. My goal as an artist has always been to create beautiful things, so I'm excited to bring you these beautiful stories in collaboration with the wonderful artists on our team. Thank you for your continued support. If you would like to pre-order Jack and the Fallen Giants and GodsDog 2 (Warrior), you can get it on sale now: https://store.thesymbolicworld.com

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September 2024 Q&A

September 2024's patron Q&A will take place on Friday, September 27th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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The Two Sacrifices That Establish Identity

For August 2024's patron-only video, I discuss the two aspects of the Atonement sacrifice that was made on the holiest day of the year in the Old Testament. This way of reconciling the people of Israel with God is a model that shows us how all identities are established - from human groups like nations and sports teams to something as simple as a cup. Thank you all for your continued support.

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August 2024 Patron Q&A

August 2024's patron Q&A will take place on Thursday, August 29th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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Symbolism of the Wounded Ear

For July 2024's patron-only video, I do something I haven’t done before, which is to discuss something I haven't figured out yet. In this video, I speculate on the symbolism of the wounded ear, primarily drawing from instances of the pattern in Scripture. Thank you for your support.

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July 2024 Patron Q&A

June 2024's Q&A will take place on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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Did God Want Adam and Eve to Eat the Fruit?

For June 2024’s patron-only video, I draw on St. Ephrem the Syrian’s Hymns on Paradise to explore the question of the Fall and whether God meant for Adam and Eve to eat the Fruit of the Knowledge of Good and Bad after all. As always, thank you for your support.

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June 2024 Patron Q&A

June 2024's Q&A will take place on June 27th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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The Impossibility of Atheism

Jonathan Pageau

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May 30, 2024

May 2024's patron video. Richard Dawkins wrote an article about how an organism becomes a model or microcosm of the world it's adapted to live in. He sent the article to Jordan Peterson, who has been using it as an argument to refute atheism. In this video, I explain the argument, which I've also used, and its implications.

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May 2024 Patron Q&A

May 2024's Q&A will take place on May 28th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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Wearing a Veil Because of the Angels

For April 2024’s patron video, I discuss the controversial topic of veiling, drawing on 1 Corinthians 11 and explaining St. Paul’s strange statement, "Therefore the woman ought to have a symbol of authority on her head, because of the angels". Thank you for your support.

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April 2024 Patron Q&A

April 2024's Q&A will take place on April 24th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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March 2024 Patron Q&A

March 2024's Q&A will take place on March 18th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Reach out via our website for technical assistance if needed: https://thesymbolicworld.com/contact

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Why Bible Scholars Are Often Useless

Jonathan Pageau

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Mar 13, 2024

For March 2024's patron video I present a short meditation on what many modern Bible scholars, especially the atheist kind, get wrong about Scripture. Thank you for your continued support!

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The Symbolism of Body

The Patron video for February 2024 is about body and matter. This video will also help you understand why the term Mother of God is not actually controversial. I will publish two extra patron videos in the next 2 months to make up for lost time in December and January. Thank you all for your support.

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February 2024 Patron-Only Q&A

February 2024's Q&A will take place on February 23rd, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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January 2024 Patron-Only Q&A

The next patron Q&A will take place on Friday, January 26th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. Remember that patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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December 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

The next patron Q&A will take place on January 4th, 2024, at 2 pm EST. See you there! Remember that patrons of $10+ per month can submit questions in advance through The Symbolic World website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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The Dark Shadow of Santa Claus

Jonathan Pageau

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Dec 6, 2023

For November 2023's patron video, I discuss the companions of St. Nicholas or Santa Claus, like Krampus, Knecht Ruprecht, and Zwarte Piet. How can we understand this symbolism?

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November 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

November 2023's Q&A is on Thursday, November 30th, at 2 pm EST. Patrons at $10+ please submit your advance question on The Symbolic World website and remember to vote on questions: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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Where Two or Three Gather in My Name

October 2023's patron video is a follow-up to my recent video about ritualization as it emerges in the animal kingdom, as well as in normal human behavior. In this video, I emphasize the flip side of that, where you can see ritual as a pattern that descends "from heaven" to organize lower phenomena. Thank you for your continued support.

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October 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

October's Q&A is on Friday, October 27th, at 2 pm EST. Patrons at $10+ please submit your advance question on The Symbolic World website here: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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September 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Please note that this month’s Q&A will actually be next week on Monday, Oct 2nd, at 2 pm EST. If you're a $10+ patron please submit your advance question on our website: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/

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A Secret Reading of Scripture

September 2023's patron video. We often say that the Mother of God is the secret of the Church. In this video, I discuss how the Fathers understand Scripture and the kinds of connections they make to help us understand the role of the Mother of God. This example relates specifically to the Feast of the Holy Protection of the Mother of God that we celebrated last week.

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August 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Patrons of $10+ can submit an ADVANCE QUESTION for August's Q&A on our website. Please also remember to vote on questions: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ If you're a $10+ patron but are unable to access the link above, please let us know at inquiries@symbolicworldpress.com The August 2023 Q&A will be on Thursday, 31 August 2023, at 2 PM EST. See you there!

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Hierarchy in Opposites

For August 2023's Patron-Only video, I talk about opposites, or duality, and how they relate to each other hierarchically, as center/margin, right-hand/left-hand, heaven/earth, and masculine/feminine. Thank you for your continued support.

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July 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Join us for this month's patron-only Q&A on Monday, 24 July 2023, at 8pm EST. Patrons of $10+ can submit a question in advance through our website, linked below. Popular questions with the most 'likes' will be answered first, so remember to vote as well. Submit a question: https://the-symbolic-world.circle.so/c/q-a-questions-submissions/ Thank you all for your support. See you soon.

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June 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Date: Today, Wednesday, 21 June 2023. Time: 2PM EST / 7PM UK. I will answer the most popular questions submitted by $10+ patrons, but I will also try to answer some questions in the chat. See you there!

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May 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Patrons could submit questions in advance at $10/month or more through The Symbolic World website

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April 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Patrons can submit questions in advance at $10/month or more through The Symbolic World website.

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My Trip to Europe

For March 2023's patron-only video, I talk about my recent trip to Europe, including seeing beautiful art and architecture in France and spending time at Mt. Athos in the middle of Lent.

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March 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Patrons can submit questions in advance at $10/month or more through The Symbolic World website, SubscribeStar or Patreon. Questions are selected by moderators due to time constraints.

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February 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Patrons can submit questions in advance at $10/month or more through The Symbolic World website, SubscribeStar or Patreon. Questions are selected by moderators due to time constraints.

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January 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Gargoyle Monuments

For January 2023's Patron-Only video, we look at the symbolism of some recent controversial public monuments, including the statue on the New York courthouse and the new Martin Luther King Jr. statue in Boston. What does this mean exactly and what does it say about our current moment?

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Le symbolisme de la contraception

Le symbolisme de la contraception

The Plagues of Egypt: Exodus 5-10

The Plagues of Egypt: Exodus 5-10

Parallel Love - with Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman, Fr. David Bozeman (Luxury)

Parallel Love - with Fr. Christopher Foley, Fr. James Bozeman, Fr. David Bozeman (Luxury)

After Socrates - with John Vervaeke

After Socrates - with John Vervaeke

Into a New World - with Chris Mastropietro

Into a New World - with Chris Mastropietro

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie — Partie II

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie — Partie II

Revenge of the Scapegoat - with Luke Burgis

Revenge of the Scapegoat - with Luke Burgis

Universal History: Anglo-Saxon Myths and the Origin of Fairies - with Richard Rohlin

Universal History: Anglo-Saxon Myths and the Origin of Fairies - with Richard Rohlin

Le symbolisme de l'Avent

Le symbolisme de l'Avent

The Burning Bush: Exodus 3-4

The Burning Bush: Exodus 3-4

The Garden of Gethsemane

The Garden of Gethsemane

Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2

Slaves in Egypt: Exodus 1-2

The Fall Into Meta-Consciousness | with Bernardo Kastrup (More Christ)

The Fall Into Meta-Consciousness | with Bernardo Kastrup (More Christ)

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie

Comment appliquer le symbolisme à sa vie

Platonist and Orthodox Images - with Dr. Wolfgang Smith (The Meaning Code)

Platonist and Orthodox Images - with Dr. Wolfgang Smith (The Meaning Code)

Symbolism Explained: Fractals

December 2024 Patron Q&A

The Restoration of Notre Dame

November 2024 Patron Q&A

My Perspective on Jordan Peterson's Discussion with Richard Dawkins

October 2024 Patron Q&A

A Special Look Behind the Scenes at Symbolic World Press

September 2024 Q&A

The Two Sacrifices That Establish Identity

August 2024 Patron Q&A

Symbolism of the Wounded Ear

July 2024 Patron Q&A

Did God Want Adam and Eve to Eat the Fruit?

June 2024 Patron Q&A

The Impossibility of Atheism

May 2024 Patron Q&A

Wearing a Veil Because of the Angels

April 2024 Patron Q&A

March 2024 Patron Q&A

Why Bible Scholars Are Often Useless

The Symbolism of Body

February 2024 Patron-Only Q&A

January 2024 Patron-Only Q&A

December 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

The Dark Shadow of Santa Claus

November 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Where Two or Three Gather in My Name

October 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

September 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

A Secret Reading of Scripture

August 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Hierarchy in Opposites

July 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

June 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

May 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

April 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

My Trip to Europe

March 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

February 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

January 2023 Patron-Only Q&A

Gargoyle Monuments

March 2022 Q&A

February 2022 Q&A

January 2022 Q&A

December 2022 Patron-Only Q&A

November 2022 Patron-Only Q&A

Kanye and the Problems of Identity

October 2022 Patron-Only Q&A

Neil Gaiman's Dream of A Thousand Cats