Greek Philosophy & Pagan Gods in Christianity: The Oracle at Delphi ft. Matt Benjamin
This podcast conversation goes in-depth on the Oracle at Delphi and her influence on Western culture and Christian theology. We explore historical figures like Socrates, Xenophon, Alexander the Great, Saint Paul, and Julian the Apostate to follow the links in the chain of Western philosophy back to the Prophetess of Apollo, and the appearance of her and Pagan gods in the Bible.
Many thanks to Matt Benjamin of 60 Second Philosophy @60SPH for joining! Matt’s expertise on Socrates, philosophy, and theology is always appreciated.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:23 Overview of the Oracle
05:00 Socrates
08:20 The Oracle’s Prophecy to Socrates
17:06 Socrates’ Divine Spirit
23:15 The Oracle’s Influence on Western Culture
30:30 The Oracle in the Bible
34:37 The Last Prophecy
38:32 Pagan Gods in Christianity
46:37 Expanding One’s Worldview
51:47 The Beginning of Mythos & Logos
53:55 Closing Thoughts