The Rig Veda, Part 1 – Breathed by Its Own Nature

The Rig Veda (c. 1400-1500 BCE) is a massive collection of 1,028 hymns written by ancient people living in northwestern India, and it forms part of the foundation of Hindu faith. The hymns span myths, philosophy, spirituality, love, grief, and practical tips for making an incredibly powerful hallucinogenic drink. In this episode, Rose investigates some of the major themes in the Rig Veda and compares some of the themes in it to myths from other traditions.PLEASE NOTE: This episode describes some scenes of human and animal sacrifice. If you're squeamish, take care. Want to read the transcript or see the references Rose used to write this episode? Visit our website. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Instagram, or Facebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.