TLDR;
This video explores the origins of Yahweh, proposing that he was not originally an Israelite God but a deity associated with metallurgy, potentially linked to the kenite tribe. It examines connections between Yahweh and other ancient gods, particularly Dionysus, Zeus, and Krishna, suggesting a shared origin or cultural exchange in the Bronze Age. The video also discusses the influence of Canaanite and Aegean cultures on the development of Yahweh's worship and the potential for a deeper understanding of early Israelite religion through comparative analysis.
- Yahweh's origins are traced to metallurgy and the kenite tribe.
- Connections between Yahweh, Dionysus, Zeus, and Krishna are explored.
- Canaanite and Aegean cultures influenced Yahweh's worship.
YHWH not an Israelite God [0:00]
The video starts by challenging the traditional understanding of Yahweh as the God of Israel, suggesting that Yahweh was not initially part of the Canaanite pantheon, which was led by El, Asherah, and Bal. The video proposes that Yahweh emerged from outside this established religious structure, possibly from the rugged hills of Judea, Edom (associated with Kos), or the copper smelting region of Timna. The video also mentions Moses's encounter with Yahweh in Midian and the inscriptions at Kuntillet Ajrud, which suggest Yahweh had a consort, Asherah. The video further explores the oldest known inscription of Yahweh in an Egyptian temple, where he is identified as a god of nomadic tribes in the land of Shasu, and the possibility that Yahweh may have reached the Aegean, taking on a new identity.
Yahweh’s Metallurgy Origins In Israel [17:18]
This section focuses on the metallurgical perspective of Yahweh's origins, drawing on the work of Nissim Amalog. It highlights the importance of metallurgy in ancient societies, where metalworkers were seen as vital forces of creation. The video then explores potential connections between Yahweh and other gods associated with craftsmanship and metalworking, such as Ptah and Khnum in Egyptian mythology, Enki and Kula in Mesopotamian mythology, and volcanos in Minoan Crete. The video also discusses the influence of Mesopotamian gods like Tammuz on the worship of volcanos and the blending of religious traditions in the ancient world.
When East And West Kissed Millenia Ago [29:35]
This section discusses the ancient civilization of Crete and its influence on Greek religion. It mentions the discovery of ancient footprints and stone tools on Crete, indicating a Paleolithic human presence. The video also explores the relationship between Minoan Linear A and Sanskrit, suggesting a connection between ancient Minoan religion and belief.
Zeus and Krishna Met long ago [32:22]
This section explores the connections between Zeus and Krishna, particularly the worship of baby Zeus as choros in ancient Crete. It discusses the Hymn of Zeus kiti's and the identification of Zeus as the Divine boy who was hidden away at Birth. The video also mentions the similarities between the cow herd men protecting child Krishna and the kites protecting infant Zeus. It further explores the commonalities between valanos choros, the Divine boy of ancient Crete, and Bal Krishna, the Divine boy of bradam, including their representation as youthful, beardless gods often in gesture of worship or adoration to a female goddess.
Dionysus Is The Key [58:22]
This section introduces Dionysus and explores the possibility of a connection between Dionysus and Yahweh. It discusses the theophoric names that incorporate the name of a deity, such as Elijah, Isaiah, and Jonathan, and the potential connections between Yahweh and Dionysus through these names. The video also mentions the Greek name ionis (John), a hellenized form of the Hebrew name yohanan, and the figure of yakas, associated with Dionysus, whose name bears similarity to yaho, a name of Yahweh. It further explores the broader context of hellenistic religious syncretism, where Greek and Jewish cultures blended, and the potential for older shared traditions.
Yahweh Worshipped in The Aegean [1:16:21]
This section explores the question of whether Yahweh was worshiped in the Aegean, drawing on the work of Dr. Amalog. It discusses the limitations of the Bible as the sole source of information about Yahweh's worship and the potential for finding evidence of Yahweh worship outside the Bible. The video mentions the prophet Amos, who refers to other peoples besides Israel who also called upon the name of Yahweh, and the book of Isaiah, which speaks of coastlands that give glory to Yahweh. It further explores the possibility that Yahweh might have been worshiped in these islands under a different name, a reality that was erased by later monotheistic reforms.
Yahweh & Dionysus first parallels [1:25:00]
This section discusses the parallels between Yahweh and Dionysus, focusing on their shared symbols and rituals. It explores the connection between Dionysus and wine, which was seen as a Divine gift to humanity, and the association of wine with Yahweh in Israel, where the production of excellent wine was viewed as a blessing. The video also mentions the role of wine in Yahweh's worship in the sanctuary and the symbolism of the Israelites as Yahweh's Vineyard.
Snakes [1:29:41]
This section explores the role of snakes in the imagery surrounding both Dionysus and Yahweh. It discusses Dionysus's association with snakes, including his birth in a nest of serpents and his representation as a mythical snake. The video also mentions the handling of snakes in the cult of Dionysus and the symbolism of snakes in the worship of his Thracian counterpart, Sabazius. It further explores Yahweh's description by Isaiah as being surrounded by burning snakes or seraphim and the transformation of Moses's staff into a snake as a sign of Yahweh's authority.
Milk & Honey [1:32:36]
This section discusses the significance of milk and honey in the worship of both Dionysus and Yahweh. It explores the belief among the Min ads, Dionysus's wild followers, that the flow of honey and milk from their staffs was a Divine sign, a theophany of Dionysus himself. The video also mentions the connection between milk and honey and the god of Israel, Yahweh, with Canaan frequently described as a land flowing with milk and honey.
Perpetual Flame [1:33:57]
This section explores the significance of the Perpetual flame in the worship of both Dionysus and Yahweh. It discusses the eternal flame that burned in the temple of Dionysus in thieves, symbolizing the God's enduring presence and power. The video also mentions the Perpetual flame ashid in the worship of Yahweh, which had to be ignited immediately upon the completion of the Tabernacle and was meant to burn forever.
The God of Ethereal Nature [1:38:27]
This section explores the ethereal nature of both Yahweh and Dionysus. It discusses the account in the first book of Kings where Yahweh reveals himself to Elijah not as a powerful wind, earthquake, or fire, but as the fine voice of Silence. The video also mentions Dionysus's name bromus, which evokes a g Breeze or wind, and the mysterious and elusive definition of the god in Ides baky.
Mode of Action [1:40:48]
This section discusses the unique mode of action shared by Yahweh and Dionysus. It explores the passage in the book of Samuel where the spirit of Yahweh can induce uncontrollable behaviors, often sparked by music and dance, and the ability of Dionysus to provoke enthusiasm, a state where the spirit of Dionysus enters a person, transforming them into a bakan. The video also mentions the potential dangers of this Divine end uced uncontrolled Behavior, as seen in the tragedy in the bakai and the book of Jeremiah.
The challenged Deity [1:44:56]
This section explores the challenges to the divine nature and powers of both Dionysus and Yahweh. It discusses David's declaration after defeating Goliath that all the Earth will know that there is a God in Israel and the Philistines' test to see if their suffering after capturing the Ark of the Covenant was truly yahweh's doing. The video also mentions Pharaoh's skepticism towards the Israelites' request to leave for 3 Days To C celebrate yahweh's Festival and the doubts about yahweh's power expressed in the Book of Joel and by Zephaniah.
The Human Theophany - Dual Nature of Dionysus [1:53:02]
This section explores the dual nature of Dionysus, embodying both ethereal and human qualities. It discusses Dionysus's representation both abstractly and as a young man and the concept of the human theophonic, who devoted to The Ether God is then invested with Divine Powers, acting in the God's name and spreading his cult.
The man-God in Israel [1:57:37]
This section explores the biblical parallel to the man God dimension of dianis, the concept of ish Elohim. It discusses the translation of ish Elohim as "man of God" and the suggestion that these figures are not merely servants of Yahweh but mortals invested with Divine Powers. The video also mentions Moses, who is granted Divine status by Yahweh in relation to his brother Aron.
The God of Copper Metallurgy [2:03:27]
This section suggests that before Yahweh became the god of the Israelite Alliance, he was the patron deity of Canaanite smelters. It discusses Yahweh's association with serpents, biblical metaphors depicting him as a smelter, his affinities with other gods of Metallurgy, his origin from sier, and his probable worship by Canaanite smelters like the kenites. The video also explores the metallurgical influence of Canan on the Mediterranean and the potential for discovering that before becoming a widely woried deity, dionis was the patron God of aan smelters.
The Canaanite Roots of Dionysus [2:12:05]
This section discusses the complexity of copper Metallurgy in Antiquity and the spread of furnace Metallurgy driven by the migration of smelters who brought with them not only their skills but also their entire way of life, including the worship of their metallurgical deity. It explores the origins of Dionysus in the homeric hymns, particularly in hymns 1 and 7, and the suggestion that Dionysus originated in the southern part of Canaan, possibly in regions like the neev arabah or sin. The video also mentions the mountains of sier Edom and the phrase "fruitless sea" as a description of the Dead Sea.
The Israelite Influence [2:23:13]
This section explores the potential for a gean influence in Canaan, mentioning Jeremiah 474, which tells us that many Philistines held from creit. It discusses the migration of the Philistines to Canaan during the early Iron Age and the potential influence of philistine culture on the spread of yahweh's worship. The video also mentions the dooi, the Greek warriors who fought in the Trojan War, and their potential connection to the tribe of Dan in the Bible.
Revisiting The Origins - Yahweh & Dionysus [2:28:28]
This section discusses the Canaanite influence in the aan in Greece and the earliest evidence of a popular Cult of Dionysus dating back to the 9th and 8th centuries BCE. It explores the orientalizing revolution and the spread of Dion isis's worship intertwined with this wave of cultural influence from the Levant. The video also mentions the Greek belief that Dionysus was the grandson of Cadmus, whose name derives from the Hebrew cadem, meaning the east or the leavon, and the ritual cry LEL euu chanted during dionan processions, which bears a striking resemblance to the Hebrew phrase Allelujah.
Next Up - Yahweh was a Metallurgy Deity [2:32:31]
This section summarizes the findings of the video, highlighting the connections between Yahweh, Zeus, and Dionysus and the evidence suggesting that these gods may have roots that go all the way back into the Bronze Age. It emphasizes the significance of Metallurgy in the ancient world and the importance of understanding Yahweh as a Metallurgy God, likely from the kenite tribe.