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The Ancient Tradition

The Ancient Tradition

Jack Logan

God, Religion, Comparative Religion, Ancient Religion, True Religion, Religion & Spirituality, History

2.4622 Ratings

Overview

Have you ever wondered if God/Supreme Being/Deity/Demiurge, upon the creation of the earth, revealed to human beings a pure, true, religious tradition? In this podcast we explore the surprising and mind-boggling evidence found in the oldest ancient religious writings, cosmologies, theologies, symbols, sacred architecture, rituals, and myths, pointing to a distinct primordial tradition- The Ancient Tradition. We delve into the evidence, examine the patterns, discuss the theology, and contemplate the spiritual implications. It’s a podcast guaranteed to spark discussion, provoke questions, and, ultimately, inspire the pursuit of the divine.  Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com and  www.youtube.com/@theancienttradition for more amazing comparative religion.

59 Episodes

Royal Marriage & The Sacred Center

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/59-royal-marriage-the-sacred-center/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Who is God? -A Married Being, Part III

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/58-who-is-god-a-married-being-part-iii/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

Who is God? A Married Being, Part II

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/57-who-is-god-a-married-being-part-ii/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Who is God? -A Married Being, Part I

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/56-who-is-god-a-married-being/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

Who is God? -A Sexed Being, Part II

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/55-who-is-god-a-sexed-being-part-ii/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

Who is God? -A Sexed Being, Part I

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/54-who-is-god-a-sexed-being/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

The Cosmic Wall: The Compass & The Firmament

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/53-the-cosmic-wall-the-compass-the-firmament/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

The Cosmic Wall: The Ouroboros & The Shen Ring

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/52-the-cosmic-wall-the-ouroboros-the-shen-ring/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2025

The Cosmic Wall: The Holy Barge & The Water Bolt

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/51-the-cosmic-wall-part-i/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

A Cosmic Temple

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/50-a-cosmic-temple/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 29 January 2025

The Jade Emperor & Indra(s)

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/49-the-jade-emperor-indras/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025

Ahura Mazda

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/48-ahura-mazda/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2024

Nswt, Malku & Melek, Part II

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/47-nswt-malku-melek-part-ii/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2024

Nswt, Malku & Melek, Part I

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/46-nswt-malku-melek-part-i/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2024

Who is God? -A Heavenly King

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/45-who-is-god-a-heavenly-king/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2024

Who is God? -A Corporeal Being

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/44-who-is-god-a-corporeal-being/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 4 October 2024

Terra In Illo Tempore

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Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024

An-Ki- The Earth in Heaven's Embrace

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/42-an-ki-the-earth-in-heavens-embrace/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2024

The Lord of the Dance

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/41-the-lord-of-the-dance/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2024

The Compass Stone & The Ring Dance

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/40-the-compass-stone-the-ring-dance/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2024

Symbols of the Sacred Center: The Circumpunct & The Bindu

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/39-symbols-of-the-sacred-center-the-circumpunct-the-bindu/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 23 July 2024

"And He Went a Little Further..."

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/38-and-he-went-a-little-further/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 25 June 2024

Petra- The "Lid of Hell"

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/38-petra-the-lid-of-hell/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2024

The Roma-Quadrata, Qusqu Wanka, Kaua-mi-shi, Lia Fáil & Sip-Oraibi

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/36-the-roma-quadrata-qusqu-wanka-kaua-mi-shi-lia-fail-sip-oraibi/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2024

Ala-al-Din, Rukh & Makkah

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/35-ala-al-din-rukh-makkah/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2024

The Eben-Ezer

Standing on the edge of the chaotic primordial waters, the son of the High God beheld the vast expanse that spread before him. With the terrible dragon, its fiery wrath vanquished and subdued, he could now turn his gaze towards the monumental task that lay ahead- the creation of his cosmic kingdom, but what would his inaugural creation be? Among the endless array of possibilities, the divine architect set his focus upon one particular building project, but what was it? Rema...

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2024

"I Found Nowhere to Rest"

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/33-i-found-nowhere-to-rest/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2024

Turtle Island

In the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert, a profound mystery casts its shadow- why did the ancient Egyptians devote immeasurable resources to constructing a replica of the primordial hill? To unravel this elusive riddle, we embark on a journey through the sands of time, meticulously combing through ancient texts, rituals, and legends in search of clues. Astonishingly, it's on the other side of the Atlantic that a pivotal revelation emerges- the account of Turtle Island. Come...

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2024

Pyramid Text 600

Embark on an extraordinary virtual expedition into the depths of King Pepi II's pyramid, in search of an elusive and enigmatic pyramid text- Pyramid Text 600. This text is said to hold the secrets of the dawn of creation— the birth of the first land to rise out of the primordial waters of chaos. Journey with us through the labyrinthine corridors as we decode the cryptic hieroglyphs and start our examination of the mysteries concealed in Pyramid Text 600. For pictures, links, and the au...

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2024

The Grand Primordial Singularity ("The Big Bang")

Embark on an extraordinary odyssey through time and space as we delve into the greatest cosmic puzzle of all time: what triggered the Big Bang? Despite decades of inquiry, even the most brilliant astrophysicists remain baffled, considering it an impenetrable mystery. The ancients, on the other hand, knew. Concealed in the rich tapestry of ancient cosmic egg myths lies a trove of tantalizing clues, offering glimpses into the primordial forces that birthed the universe. Journe...

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2024

Who is God? -A Glorious Being of Ineffable Light

In this episode, we unravel the nature of God as a transcendent being of light whose very essence is mirrored in the marvels of our physical realm. Through an insightful exploration of how the properties and capabilities of physical light- manifested in the intricate workings of fiber optic networks and emerging technologies like quantum computing- reflect the omniscient and omnipotent nature of God’s light, this episode aims to bridge the chasm between physical light and the ineffable ...

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2024

Who is God? -Lord of Ma'at/King of Tzedek

In this episode, we dive headfirst into one of humanity's most enduring questions: "Who is God?" For years, the most brilliant minds in the field of astrophysics have embarked on an ambitious quest in unveil a grand Theory of Everything (TOE). What they may not realize is that the civilizations of old, from the Egyptians to the Hebrews, spoke of a universal cosmic law, a law that governed every single aspect of the cosmos, from the infinitesimal whirl of quarks and leptons to the ...

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2024

Universes Beyond Universes

In this captivating episode, Dr. Logan unveils two ancient texts, concealed for centuries, that challenge the very essence of our understanding of human potential—potential that exceeds the boundaries of even our wildest imagination. The cosmic implications are profound, capable not only of disrupting established theological paradigms but also positioned to profoundly reshape our prior understanding of human destiny. Jump aboard as we embark on a cosmic odyssey guaranteed to spark a com...

Transcribed - Published: 23 January 2024

A Cosmic Kingdom

In the celestial realm, a monumental event unfolded when one of the sons of the High God emerged victorious over the dragon that threatened the divine order. With courage and celestial prowess, he vanquished the ancient serpent, earning the favor of the High God. In a grand regal ceremony, the triumphant son was crowned a heavenly king, adorned with the radiance of celestial jewels and bestowed with immense power. As the cosmic assembly marveled at his divine coronation, a lingering question ...

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2024

The King of Kings

In the aftermath of our beloved hero's triumphant victory over the malevolent dragon, a silence descends over the lifeless carcass of the vanquished foe. Standing on the precipice of a new beginning, one question echoes through our hero's mind: "What happens next?" Astonishingly, the narratives of every single major ancient civilization- Egyptian, Mesopotamian, Ugaritic, Hurrian, Hittite, and Israelite- tell an identical tale of the destiny that awaits our hero...and its no ordina...

Transcribed - Published: 24 December 2023

O Christmas Tree

As the sun sets on the battlefield, our hero lies battered and broken, his body a canvas of wounds inflicted by the enemy. The weight of despair hangs heavy in the air. In the dimming light, he clutches his wounds, seeking solace amidst the agony. Suddenly, a glimmer of hope arises - a whispered legend of a potent ointment, a healing balm rumored to possess the ability to mend even the most grievous of wounds. But where is he to find this special ointment? ...

Transcribed - Published: 15 December 2023

The Troubling Death of Osiris

In today’s episode, we head to ancient Egypt to confront one of the world’s earliest and most troubling narratives of the primordial theomachy- the epic clash between the malevolent god Set and the god Osiris. Set’s insidious desire to usurp the throne of his benevolent brother culminates in a shocking act- the murder of Osiris himself. As the waves of the dark, primordial waters toss Osiris’s dead body to and fro, a palpable sense of despair hangs in the air, suggesting that all ...

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2023

The Wounded Hero

In this episode, our hero, a figure of valor draped in special armor, resplendent sword in hand, stands poised for battle. Suddenly, the hideous dragon unleashes a torrent of unrestrained fury, scorching the hero and the earth with his venomous breath. In the wake of the blistering onslaught, our hero crumples to the ground, writhing in pain. Bearing the terrible wounds of the dragon’s ferocity, a harrowing sense of defeat hangs in the air. It appears as though our her...

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2023

The Cloak of Invulnerability

In a realm where gods, kings, heroes, and paupers battle the forces of darkness, their secret weapon often lies not in their swords, but in the very clothes they wear. Join us in this episode as we delve into the mystical world of impenetrable coats of armor, cloaks, and animal skins that have shielded legendary champions from the clutches of evil and ferocious monsters. These special garments aren't mere attire; they are a gift- the hero's ultimate protection against the malevole...

Transcribed - Published: 29 October 2023

Epic Swords, Golden Bows & Ruby Slippers

Summon your valor, for in this episode, we unsheathe the rich artistry of legendary swords, unveil the enigmatic craftsmanship of golden bows- woven from the very essence of the cosmic loom- and slip on a pair of dazzling ruby slippers. Adorned with these spectacular weapons, our hero now stands fortified, poised to challenge the awful dragon....an echo of the grand celestial theomachy that transpired in the heavens before the formation of the world. Join us for this episode as we...

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2023

The Great Primordial Theomachy

What do Osiris, Marduk, Thor, Cinderella, Luke Skywalker, Katniss Everdeen, and Frodo Baggins have in common? Join us for this episode where we unravel the cosmic lineage that ties these beloved characters together. For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/13-the-great-primordial-theomachy/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2023

A High Council of Twelve

The ancients bear witness to a celestial realm governed by a divine ORDER...a Council of Gods. What more can the annals of antiquity tell us of this governing body? Was this Divine Council established before the formation of the earth? Where in the celestial expanse do these divine luminaries convene? Who are the exalted occupants of this Council of Gods? How many divine beings compose this august assembly and how are their seats arranged in the hallowed sanctum...

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2023

More Than One God

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/17-more-than-one-god/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2023

The Council of the Gods

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/16-the-council-of-the-gods/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2023

Sea Monsters, Sea Serpents & Leviathans

Brace yourself! For the ancient chronicles tell us that before the creation unfolded, a colossal leviathan, so hideous and unimaginably sinister that it induced terror in all who contemplated it, prowled the depths of the primordial waters. But there’s a twist that defies reason- they describe this sea monster as “glistening”, a creature adorned with an otherworldly radiance akin to the lustrous gleam of yellow gold. A grotesque monster that shines like gold? Join us i...

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2023

The Terrifying 2nd Law of Thermodynamics

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/14-the-terrifying-2nd-law-of-thermodynamics/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 2 July 2023

The Incomprehensible Brooding Wind

For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/13-the-incomprehensible-brooding-wind/ Visit us on the web at theancienttradition.com for more amazing comparative religion.

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2023

The Word that Changed the Universe

In this episode we delve into a tapestry of ancient wonders- a unique Egyptian green breccia millstone, ancient Mesopotamian cuneiform clay tablets, a sacred manuscript from Santo Tomás Chichicastenango, Guatemala, a Maori legend of the first Wānanga, and the mesmerizing melody of a Hopi spider- and reveal how they tell a single story of how one word initiated the creation of the universe. For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancie...

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2023

The Mysterious Primordial Waters

What do the mysterious primordial waters of creation, the first law of thermodynamics and Albert Einstein's Theory of Relativity (E=mc-squared) have in common? To find out, join us for this episode where we embark on an extraordinary odyssey into the depths of the cosmos BEFORE its magnificent birth- it may just change everything you thought you knew. For pictures, links, and the audio transcript for this episode see: https://theancienttradition.com/11-the-mysterious...

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2023

The Greatest Mystery in the World

In this episode we tackle the greatest mystery of all time- The appearance of life in the universe. Scientists have been grappling with this question for centuries but the riddle remains unsolved. For the answer, we must turn to the ancients, who, surprisingly, give a strikingly uniform account of the origin of life and the constitution of the cosmos. Were they on to something? Join us for this episode as we begin our reconstruction of The Ancient Tradition by taking a mind-expanding jo...

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2023

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