025 Baal cycle. Gods Who Die, Gods Who Rise

Shout out to our listeners in Sweden!In this episode of Traversing the Strange World with Peace & Toodles, we dive into one of the most fascinating mythological patterns of the ancient world—the dying and resurrecting god. We begin with the Baal Cycle from Ugaritic myth, where the storm god faces death, descent, and return. From there, we compare other figures like Osiris, Tammuz, and Adonis, exploring how different cultures expressed themes of life, death, and renewal through their deities.The conversation then turns to Jesus—not from the lens of theology, but from a more historical and secular perspective. We step back from doctrine to consider the figure of Jesus within this broader mythological framework, asking what makes his story unique, and how it connects to or diverges from the older traditions of dying and rising gods.As always, Peace and Toodles bring their blend of perspectives: a curious and open look at myth on one side, and a grounded, questioning approach on the other. The result is a thought-provoking journey across ancient texts, comparative religion, and the historical Jesus.Follow us on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/share/1JCxGnW1Kc/?mibextid=wwXIfr