House of the Lamb: Gods & Game of Thrones
Ser Jefferson of House Ferguson joins the show to talk House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones, and how religion and politics often get messy when mixed together (but only in fantasy worlds, not ours).
Ser Jefferson of House Ferguson joins the show to talk House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones, and how religion and politics often get messy when mixed together (but only in fantasy worlds, not ours).
Guest introduction. House of the Dragon expectations & reactions (no spoilers). George RR Martin vs. JRR Tolkien (again). What does it mean to be a "good" king? GRRM's worldview. What do the gods do in Westeros (if anything)? The monarchy and messianic hopes in Scripture. Religion and politics today. Jesus's alternative politic. Pop Culture Consolations & Desolations. Altar call & credits.
Next Time! The Simp-Sons of God rewatch and analyze the classic Simpsons episode "Homer the Heretic" (Season 4, Episode 3). Be prepared and watch on Disney+ before Nov. 17!
References
Guest introduction. House of the Dragon expectations & reactions (no spoilers). George RR Martin vs. JRR Tolkien (again). What does it mean to be a "good" king? GRRM's worldview. What do the gods do in Westeros (if anything)? The monarchy and messianic hopes in Scripture. Religion and politics today. Jesus's alternative politic. Pop Culture Consolations & Desolations. Altar call & credits.
Next Time! The Simp-Sons of God rewatch and analyze the classic Simpsons episode "Homer the Heretic" (Season 4, Episode 3). Be prepared and watch on Disney+ before Nov. 17!
References
- Scandalous Witness by Lee Camp
- "LotR: Love of Power & the Power of Love" episode
- “It’s Time to Remember Tolkien” by David French
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