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The Symbolic World
by Jonathan Pageau
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About the show
Jonathan Pageau looks at symbolism in all its forms, from its source in sacred stories and images to contemporary culture and ultimately how it shapes the world we encounter.
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484 - The Saint Who Killed an Emperor
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483 - R.R. Reno - The Return of the Strong Gods
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482 - The Sword of St. Michael
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481 - Dr. Diana Pasulka - The New Religion
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480 - Dr. Zac Porcu - The Pagan Gods Really Exist
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479 - The Horror of Getting What You Want - Obsession (2026)
September 8, 2026 · 17 minThis was July 2026's patron video that we decided to make public. If you want to support us and get extra symbolism videos, subscribe a a paying member to The Symbolic World: https://thesymbolicworld.com/subscribeIn this video, I analyzed…
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478 - Christian Roy - Technological Madness: The Logic of Domination
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477 - Louise Perry - How Progressivism Took Over Our Stories
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