This is actually one of my best most thorough explanations of the Rephaim in the Bible.
Kyle and Ben are joined by author and screenwriter Brian Godawa to discuss the Rephaim, the legendary post-flood giants of the Bible, and their habitation of the promised land.
If you’re looking for evidence of a global catastrophe followed by a mysterious civilization that somehow survived, you might not start with the Americas.
However, contrarian investigator and author Graham Hancock has done just that with season 2 of his Netflix series Ancient Apocalypse.
Our Iron and Myth crew gather to discuss Hancock’s work in this second season.
Joining us at the virtual round table is Dr. Judd Burton (www.BurtonBeyond.net), author of Interview with the Giant, Doug Van Dorn (www.douglasvandorn.com), author of Giants: Sons of the Gods, and Brian Godawa (www.Godawa.com), best-selling author of the theological thriller Cruel Logic, and a mew novel based on the period of the Maccabees in Judea.
Ancient Apocalypse is very well done. We discuss the questions it raises about lost civilizations, and the implications of new archaeological discoveries.
We critique the documentary’s potential biases and the role of propaganda in shaping narratives.
The discussion also touches on the connections between ancient myths, geometric patterns, and the use of hallucinogenic substances in historical contexts, ultimately emphasizing the importance of understanding different worldviews in interpreting archaeological findings.
We appreciate Hancock for asking the right questions. However, he’s got a great big blind spot right in front of the answers.
In this engaging conversation, Jenny Mire, Brian Godawa, and Pastor Mark Hammer delve into significant theological themes, particularly focusing on Israel and Bible prophecy, as well as the concept of subversive storytelling in the Bible.
They discuss the implications of modern interpretations of Israel’s role in prophecy, the dangers of a defeatist mentality within the church, and the transformative power of storytelling in shaping beliefs and understanding the gospel.
Skeptics often claim that the Hebrew Bible must have been copied from older Mesopotamian texts.
Frankly, this is lazy thinking by people looking for excuses not to deal with God.
Our Iron and Myth crew joins us to discuss the relationship between the Bible and Mesopotamian religion: Doug Van Dorn (www.douglasvandorn.com), author of Giants: Sons of the Gods and Brian Godawa (www.Godawa.com), best-selling author of Chronicles of the Nephilim, Chronicles of the Watchers, the theological thriller Cruel Logic, and a forthcoming novel based on the period of the Maccabees in Judea. Sadly, Dr. Judd Burton (www.BurtonBeyond.net) was unable to join us this month.
We discuss the parallels between creation stories from different cultures, including Mesopotamian and Mesoamerican myths, and the implications of these similarities for understanding the Bible.
We dig into the nature of myth and history, the importance of context in biblical interpretation, and the need for a nuanced approach to understanding ancient texts.
There is an intricate relationship between myth and history, particularly in the context of biblical narratives.
It’s important to understand ancient texts through the lens of genre and cultural context, and at the end of the day the Bible’s authority does not negate the value of other literature.
Join Brian Godawa and The Sensible Hippie Podcast as they dive into a thought-provoking discussion on End Times Prophecy.
Discover why historical and spiritual insights suggest the ‘last days’ may not mean what we’ve been told.
Together, they unpack the history of eschatology, challenging common interpretations like dispensationalism and the Left Behind view.
Brian discusses preterism, symbolic prophecy, and why history may suggest that the last days don’t apply to our future but to the past.
This episode offers a fresh perspective on Bible prophecy, inviting listeners to rethink the nature of biblical prophecy in light of historical events and theological analysis.
The Iron and Myth crew discuss the intricate relationship between Greek mythology and biblical narratives, particularly focusing on the influence of Greco-Roman religion on Jewish thought, and the significance of the Abomination of Desolation (Dan. 9:27, 11:31, 12:11; Matt. 24:15).
We also explore the role of demigods and the Rephaim in ancient beliefs, the reality of ancient deities, and how the New Testament engages with Greek mythology.
Doug highlights subversive storytelling in the Book of Acts, undermining Greek stories about the gods Zeus and Hermes.
And we discuss the influence of ancient oracles on early Christianity; specifically, how the spread of the gospel silenced the oracles of Apollo, which provoked the most intense persecution of Christians in the history of the Roman Empire.
Finally, we discuss the significance of the Septuagint and how it provides insights into biblical texts that may have been lost in translation, emphasizing the supernatural elements present in the Bible.
The late Michael Heiser and his teachings have recently come under fire by a group of folks who recently released a 2.5 hour video making erroneous assertions about him and his teachings. We gathered a high-octane panel of those most familiar with Heiser’s teachings in a civil theological rebuttal to these claims. This was a great podcast where I got to share alot in defending Mike. Giant Steps Podcast with Doug Van Dorn. Watch or Listen Here 
“THERE WERE GIANTS in the earth in those days.”
Those nine words are among the most controversial in the entire Bible.
Who or what were the Nephilim? Doug Van Dorn (www.douglasvandorn.com), author of Giants: Sons of the Gods, and Brian Godawa (www.Godawa.com), best-selling author of Chronicles of the Nephilim and the theological thriller Cruel Logic, join us for our monthly Iron and Myth roundtable to discuss the giants of the pre-Flood world.
We address the arguments against understanding these beings as literal hybrid creatures and explore the reasons why this interpretation is not taught in seminaries.
We highlight the importance of addressing contrary views and the need to consider multiple interpretations of theological concepts.
Our conversation touches on the role of the Septuagint in understanding the giants and the connection between the giants and the divine council, the interpretation of the Hebrew word ‘Nephilim’ and its connection to the ‘sons of God’ and ‘daughters of men’ in Genesis 6, and the significance of cosmic geography and the cult of the dead in relation to the giants.
Discover the spiritual connections between ancient China and biblical narratives.
Explore Deuteronomy 32 worldview, territorial powers, and the sons of God.
Join us as Brian Godawa delves into the Deuteronomy 32 worldview, the concept of territorial powers and principalities over nations.
The conversation also touches on the influence of the Tower of Babel on the development of different cultures and mythologies, including Chinese dragon imagery.
Godawa’s novel “Qin” and its companion book explore these concepts in the context of the first emperor of China and his connection to the ancient world.
Brian explains how the biblical worldview differs from other ancient religions and sheds light on the fallen angels and the Nephilim through the book of 1 Enoch.
As a screenwriter, Godawa brings a concise and action-packed approach to his novels, embedding biblical themes without being preachy.
A DEBATE over the nature and identity of a shadowy group mentioned in the Book of Genesis has divided Christian theologians for the last 1,600 years.
This month, our Iron and Myth roundtable discusses the “sons of God” in Genesis 6:1–4. Were they divine beings or humans?
And if they were just flesh and blood, how did their unions with “daughters of men” result in the Nephilim (which we’ll discuss next month)?
Joining Derek Gilbert to hash this out are Doug Van Dorn (www.douglasvandorn.com), author of Giants: Sons of the Gods, Dr. Judd Burton (www.BurtonBeyond.net), author of Interview With the Giant, and Brian Godawa (www.Godawa.com), best-selling author of the theological thriller Cruel Logic.
Our discussion explores the interpretation of the phrase ‘sons of God’ in Genesis 6 and its implications in the Old and New Testaments.
We delve into the Sethite view, the dynastic king view, and the supernatural view, examining the historical and linguistic context of the phrase.
The Septuagint’s role in clarifying the supernatural elements is also highlighted.
We also address the fear of mythology and selective theology based on personal bias.
The conversation also explores the divine right of kings, the nature of the angel of the Lord, the concept of the Nephilim, the cultural context of ancient beliefs, and the danger of interpreting ancient scriptures while projecting modern values onto the past.
