Ep 1423 | ‘The Odyssey’ & the Bible Tell Two Very Different Stories About Coming Home

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Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke dig into The Odyssey, comparing Christopher Nolan’s interpretation with Homer’s original, from the diminished role of the Greek gods to Penelope’s complicated fight to preserve her family and kingdom. They explore Telemachus’ struggle to grow up without his father and the stark contrast between men who build and protect and those who simply live off what others have built. The guys ultimately contrast Odysseus’ long journey home with Christianity’s radically different picture of God bringing his people home. In this episode: Judges; 1 Samuel; Job; Daniel 2; Daniel 7; John 9; Hebrews 13:2; Hebrews 13:4; Ecclesiastes; Revelation 21-22 Today’s conversation is about Lesson 1 & 2 of The Odyssey taught by Hillsdale Professor Dr. Benedict Whalen. Take the course with us at no cost to you! More about The Odyssey: The Odyssey tells the tale of the cunning and crafty hero of the Trojan War on his journey home. After ten years of war, Odysseus faces another ten years of fantastic temptations, deadly monsters, treacherous seas, and impious men. Meanwhile, Ithaca is threatened by suitors who plague his wife and plunder his wealth. When Odysseus re