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  Once Upon an Apocryphal Christmas... 16.10.2026 15min

  Christmas in the Apocryphal Gospels is strange. In this video, we’ll explore the festive stories and Christian writings that didn’t make it into the Bible. After all, the Christmas story in the Bible is very brief, so delving into these unofficial texts reveals colourful extra details. Like dragons, a walking/talking baby-Jesus, and an obedient tree giving Mary its fruit.Uploaded 16-12-22Ever heard of the Infancy Gospel of Thomas, The History of Joseph the Carpenter, The Gospel of Pseudo Matthew, or the amazingly named Protoevangelium of James? Nowadays, we’ve largely forgotten that these hidden stories even exist. But they’ve always been there, especially in religious art. Had the apocryphal gospels been included in the Bible, they would have dramatically changed how the Christmas story is told. Something to think about: to what extent were the Apocryphal Gospels part on an original Christmas story?I really hope you enjoy this one, and do check out my new podcast The Interruption. I’m so excited to share it with you all – it’s been a year in the making. Thank you for a great year here on YouTube and for 730k subscribers!H.--------👽📺 Listen to my podcast, The Interruption:On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7gnUglGYZvW5ucv1HJBOUo?si=a8ac0bee36a64a44On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-interruption/id1654508940?i=1000587655837On Google:https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYzNmU3YmFjZGMxZGRjMDAxMTdhNTI3Mg?sa=X&ved=0CB8Q27cFahcKEwjgyLDIpcT7AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQLA-----Sources and Further Reading:Christmas in the Biblical Apocrypha:https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/biblical-topics/bible-interpretation/christmas-stories-in-christian-apocrypha/A History of Apocryphal Christmas Traditions:https://brandonwhawk.net/2014/12/18/an-ox-an-ass-and-three-kings-a-history-of-apocryphal-christmas-traditions/Non-Biblical Nativity (contains links to the Apocryphal Gospels themselves):https://www.glencairnmuseum.org/nativity-nonbiblical/Infancy Gospel - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infancy_gospels---------Music: Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...A Winter's Night by Etienne RousselVia Epidemic SoundMysterious Forest by Howard Harper-BarnesVia Epidemic SoundPandora's Box by Arthur BensonVia Epidemic SoundThe Cemetary Dance by Jon BjorkVia Epidemic SoundSecrets and Lies by David CelesteVia Epidemic SoundA Hoax by Mary RiddleVia Epidemic SoundGod Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (Piano Version) by Half GiantVia Epidemic SoundCallisto 8 by Ben ElstonVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...--------Find me on Social Media: Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT--------Email me: [email protected]#benotafraid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Dante's Inferno: A Visitor’s Guide to Hell 16.10.2026 23min

  Welcome to the depths of the underworld! In this video, I take you on an in-depth journey through Dante’s Inferno, and a breakdown of all nine circles of Hell, from Limbo to Treachery. The first part of The Divine Comedy, written by Dante Alighieri in the 14th century, this legendary epic poem is one of the most vivid and detailed depictions of Hell in literary history, shaping our modern imagination of eternal punishment. Uploaded 28-01-25Helpful PSA: I've had to gloss over finer story beats within this video, so I have included a link to Inferno below!Wow, it’s been a while! Long-time viewers of the channel may have gathered I’ve been on a hiatus. During that time, I’ve been exploring new paths in my career and my personal life, and so wanted to step away from videos gave me the space to explore those paths (it's one hell of a tale!). Many of you left kind comments while I was away, and it inspired me to create this video, something I’ve long wanted to make. I hope you enjoy this one, thank you for 837K subscribers.H.--------Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:58 The Divine Comedy02:22 The Forest03:45 The Gates of Hell04:33 Circle I - Limbo05:41 Circle II - Lust06:36 Circle III - Gluttony07:40 Why Dante Wrote Inferno09:35 Circle IV - Greed10:30 Circle V - Wrath11:26 Circle VI - Heresy12:28 Circle VII - Violence13:41 Circle VIII Fraud15:56 Circle IX - Treachery17:50 Conclusion19:10 Outro--------👽📺 Listen to my podcast, The Interruption:On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7gnUglG...On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...-----Sources and Further Reading:https://digitaldante.columbia.edu/note-to-the-reader/ ---------Music: Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...Crypta by Jo WandriniVia Epidemic SoundBeneath the Church by Jo WandriniVia Epidemic SoundMachinations by Christoffer Moe DivletsenVia Epidemic SoundThe Heart by David CelesteVia Epidemic SoundMonsters Are Real by Dream CaveVia Epidemic SoundSubtle Differences by Howard Harper BarnesVia Epidemic SoundGlacier by Anna DagerVia Epidemic SoundMajestica by Edgar HoppVia Epidemic SoundFor Lorne by Anders Schill PaulsenVia Epidemic SoundStrings by Blue SagaVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...#dantesinferno Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What’s Inside the Vatican Archive? 16.10.2026 17min

  Beneath Vatican City lies one of the most mysterious archives in the world — the Vatican Apostolic Archive, rumoured to be one of the greatest repositories of human knowledge in the world. But what exactly is hidden inside?Uploaded 06-06-25Formerly known as, the Vatican Secret Archive, it has have been shrouded in secrecy, fuelling countless conspiracy theories (looking at you Chronovisor!). But in recent years, limited and exclusive access has been granted to researchers — finally revealing the contents of this legendary archive in human history.In this video, I’ll take you inside the Vatican's secret library, uncovering what researchers have found so far, from the Chinon Parchment of the Knight's Templars to the wacky Passarola. Of course, I haven’t been able to explore everything in this vast archive (especially the documents from the Second World War) but perhaps there's room for further exploration!Thank you all for 912K subscribers!------------CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction00:33 What is the Vatican Archive?01:39 The Chronovisor03:39 The "Secret" Archive05:08 Overview of the Collection06:10 The Chinon Parchment08:14 The Trial of Galileo09:40 The Passarola11:17 The Excommunication of Martin Luther12:58 Final Thoughts13:59 Outro------------SOURCES and FURTHER READING Apostolic Archive Official Websitehttps://www.archivioapostolicovaticano.va/content/aav/en/l-archivio.htmlVatican Secret Archives - Public Medievalisthttps://publicmedievalist.com/vatican-secret-archives/Vatican Apostolic Archive - Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vatican_Apostolic_ArchiveThe Chronovisor - Historic Mysterieshttps://www.historicmysteries.com/unexplained-mysteries/vatican-chronovisor/29300/Vatican Secret Archives - Hirsch Secure https://www.hirschsecure.com/resources/blog/the-worlds-most-secure-buildings-the-vatican-secret-archives15 Historic Wonders Housed in the Vatican Secret Archives - Mental Flosshttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/63850/15-historic-wonders-housed-vaticans-secret-archives-----------MUSIC and FOOTAGEIntro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs... Outro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... All other music via Epidemic Sound Stock Footage via Pexels------------USEFUL LINKSI have a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/hochelaga?u... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Where Does the Grim Reaper Come From? 16.10.2026 7min

  Where does the Grim Reaper come from? Who is this skeletal incarnation of death really? In this video we’ll explore the origins of the Grim Reaper. A journey that takes us from ancient deities/archetypes of mortality all the way to history’s worst pandemic, the Black Death, the ghoulish environment from which the grim reaper (as we now know it) surfaced. Uploaded 30-08-20You may be surprised to know that the Grim Reaper isn’t actually mentioned in the Bible, and whilst there are descriptions of angels of death and apocalyptic horsemen that seem similar, it may be largely superficial. Let me know your thoughts though. Perhaps the Grim Reaper originally developed from figures from European folklore, especially the Ankou which comes from Celtic Mythology (Cornish and Breton to be exact). These figures synthesised with an increased number of images of death in medieval paintings post Black Death, in a movement known as the Danse Macabre. And there we have it: The Grim Reaper.On another note, we made it! 1,000 subscribers. It’s been a rather sudden rise in views and subscribers, and I couldn’t be happier that more people can see my content. Thank you all for your nice comments, I feel truly inspired and excited for what comes next for the channel. Next stop: 10k. Bring it on.H.------------------Sources:Ankouhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AnkouWhy Does the Grim Reaper Exist? | The New Yorkerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JSlrEHvv_k&t=221sDeath (Personification)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_(personification)List of Death Deitieshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_death_deitiesHow the Grim Reaper Workshttps://science.howstuffworks.com/science-vs-myth/strange-creatures/grim-reaper.htmWhat is the origin of the legend about the Grim Reaper?https://www.quora.com/What-is-the-origin-of-the-legend-about-the-Grim-ReaperBlack Deathhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_DeathThe Grim Reaper: Deathbed Visitations and the Angel of Deathhttp://www.paranormalscholar.com/grim-reaper-deathbed-visitations/------------------Music:Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-previewLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Intro/Outro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian (Peter Pringle)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTsFe1PVs------------Email me:[email protected]:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT#GrimReaper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  How a British Pickle Merchant Became a Uyghur King 16.10.2026 12min

  "The Pickle King of Tartary" is a strange footnote in the often-turbulent history of central Asia. His real name was Khalid Sheldrake, a pickle manufacturer from London, and during the Chinese civil war he nearly became the king of Xinjiang and the Uyghur people. It's one of those obscure topics that deserve more attention...Uploaded 28-01-22His moniker has an amusing ring to it, and when I first heard about this story thought that I’d be making a light-hearted video. But I think it’s more complex than that. And I suspect depending on your own life experiences, you’ll react to it in a number of ways. You might see Khalid Sheldrake as the charitable philanthropist and a patron of Britain’s Muslim communities. But you might also see it as a story of empires and colonies, and a naïve man at the centre of it. What's more, you may be reminded of the ongoing accusations coming out of Xinjiang and the alleged maltreatment of the Uyghur people. Links, as always, are down below.I had great fun making this video, and plan to cover more niche topics like these moving forward. Thank you all for 532k!H.-------------Music:Intro - "Epic of Gilgamesh" in Sumerian by Peter Pringlehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs​..."The Pickle King" by hochelaga (yes, even the throat singing)"Rule, Britannia!" by James Thomson and Thomas Arne. Sung by Albert Farrington in 1914 for Edison Records, Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons."New York Blues" by Pietro Frosini in 1916, Public Domain, via Wikimedia Commons.Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Guzheng City by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7523-guzheng-cityLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseUnpromised by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4568-unpromisedLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseInfados by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3914-infadosLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseTeller of the Tales by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4467-teller-of-the-talesLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...-------------Further Reading:The Last King of Xinjiang: How a Briton Almost Ruled Kashgar – South China Posthttps://www.asiaone.com/china/last-king-xinjiang-how-briton-almost-ruled-kashgar“Attitudes to Muslims” (Sheldrake's Letter to King George V)https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/education/resources/loyalty-dissent/attitudes-moslems/The Suburban King of Tartary – Max Everest‐Phillipshttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/03068379008730395Khalid Sheldrake - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khalid_Sheldrake-------------Important Reading:Who are the Uyghurs and why is China being accused of genocide? - BBC Newshttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-22278037China guilty of genocide, crimes against humanity against Uyghurs, watchdog finds - NBC Newshttps://www.nbcnews.com/news/china/china-guilty-genocide-crimes-humanity-uyghurs-watchdog-finds-rcna8157U.S. Says China’s Repression of Uighurs Is ‘Genocide’ - New York Timeshttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/19/us/politics/trump-china-xinjiang.htmlUyghur Genocide - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uyghur_genocide-------------Find me on Social Media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT---------Email me:[email protected]#Uyghur #Xinjiang #Pickles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Curious Origins of Popular Sayings 16.10.2026 15min

  We use expressions and idioms in everyday conversation. But have you ever wondered where they come from? For example, why shouldn’t we cry over spilt milk? And who’s going around killing two birds with one stone, or putting cats into bags? Uploaded 22-10-21In English in particular, many of our most popular sayings have these interesting and obscure origins. Some of which are pretty dark: did you know that the phrase “saved by the bell” may have arisen from fears of being buried alive?In this video, we'll explore the strange origins of these popular sayings:- Don’t cry over spilt milk- An apple a day keeps the doctor away- Kill Two birds with one stone- The feather/straw that broke the horse's/camel’s back- An eye for an eye- Speak of the Devil- Saved by the bell- Bite the BulletBut there are so many more out there, so write down below some sayings that you would like to see explored. Thank you all for 400k subscribers!H.-------------Watch some of my other videos:Survival Guide to the Biblical Apocalypse:https://youtu.be/SPvJ-M-hU5wThe Dark Side of Nursery Rhymes:https://youtu.be/K2oINoMTO2Q-------------Music:Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringlehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs​...Fox Tale Waltz Part 1 Instrumental by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7917-fox-tale-waltz-part-1-instrumentalLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseBass Vibes by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3422-bass-vibesLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/The Ulgonsah Witches: Will it End by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-previewLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Guzheng City by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7523-guzheng-cityLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseWestern Streets by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4617-western-streetsLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...-------------Further Reading:Proverbial Phrases - Wiki:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_proverbial_phrasesA list of 680 English Proverbs:https://www.phrases.org.uk/meanings/proverbs.htmlIdiom Dictionary:https://writingexplained.org/idiom-dictionary"Dictionary of idioms and their Origins" by Linda and Roger FlavellPETA's animal friendly sayings:https://www.peta.org/teachkind/lesson-plans-activities/animal-friendly-idioms/-------------Find me on Social Media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT---------Email me:[email protected]#sayings #origins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Why Bible Accurate Angels Are So Creepy 16.10.2026 11min

  Ever wondered why Bible accurate angels look so creepy? Instead of those beautiful, angelic, humanoids the bible depicts bizarre animal/human hybrids, fiery winged beasts and wheels made of eyes. It isn't certain, but most believe that they are descendants of mythical beasts across the Ancient Near East.Uploaded 31-07-20I'm always working to improve my videos, so let me know your thoughts in the comments. Thank you for watching.H.------------------Biblical Texts:MESSENGERS-Exodus 11:4–5-2 Samuel 24:16–17 2 -Kings 19:35CHERUBIM-Genesis 3:24-Exodus 25:18–22,-Psalm 99:1-Ezekiel 1:1-14-Ezekiel 10SERAPHIM-Isaiah 6:1-8OPHANIM-Ezekiel 1:15-21------------------Sources:Wiki: Hierarchy of Angels (Maimodenes)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angels_in_Judaism#Angelic_hierarchyWiki: Angelhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AngelWiki: Cherubhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CherubBible Project: Angels and Cherubimhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-bMRxQbLUlgEgyptian Seraphimhttps://www.thetorah.com/article/what-is-the-biblical-flying-serpentSpaceships of Ezekielhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Spaceships_of_EzekielEzekiel Chapter 1 (desiro1)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iziuvkci4yM&t=8sIsaiah’s GLORIOUS Vision of GOD and SERAPHIM. The Holy of Holies - Isaiah 6:1-8. King Solomon’s Temple (John8thirtytwo Publishing)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHb789riuQU&t=59s"Ezekiel's Vision" by Marcus Usherwood https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7ibC3SaGrA------------------Music:Flower Duet by Léo DelibesRoyalty Free Heavy Metal - Digital Meltdown (Creative Commons)Moorland by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4079-moorlandLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-previewLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Ancient Rite by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5739-ancient-riteLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Tempting Secrets by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5005-tempting-secretsLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/------------Contact me:[email protected]:https://discord.gg/29tngpT#angel #creepy #bible #biblical Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Easter (But Biblically Accurate) 16.10.2026 18min

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc4NvbuQHy8 Uploaded 16-04-25What really happened on the first Easter? And where do Easter Eggs, chocolate and the Easter Bunny come from? Let's explore the origins of Easter, beginning with the original Easter story as told in the Bible. In Part I, we'll go through the biblical story and dive into hidden details in the Gospel accounts that are often overlooked or forgotten (like the naked fugitive in Mark 14:51-52). In Part II, we'll follow the evolution of Easter through history — from early Christian traditions to pagan spring festivals, to the modern holiday we know today. It's time to explore Easter's biggest questions! Helpful PSA. Due to storytelling thoughts and video length constraints, I haven't included all the details of the biblical story in the video (like the denial of Peter!). It is a summary after all, but I still hope you enjoy! Thank you for 877K subscribers. Amazing, I truly appreciate it! ------------- Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:54 Part I: The Biblical Easter 09:53 Part II: The Evolution of Easter 25:08 Outro ------------- Further Reading: Holy Bible, NRSV Easter - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter Easter Egg - Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Easter_egg ------------- 👽📺 Listen to my podcast, The Interruption. Available wherever you get your podcasts! ------------- ⚠️ OFFICIAL MERCH! ⚠️ To get hold of your own, head to Crowdmade.com with this link: https://crowdmade.com/collections/hoc... ------------- Music and Footage:Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs... "Spring", from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi Via Epidemic Sound Scumstorm by Pipsqueak Via Epidemic Sound An Upsetting Theme by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song... License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license The Detective by Christoffer Moe Ditlevssen Via Epidemic Sound Secrets and Lies by David Celeste Via Epidemic Sound Rivers Run Red by Christoffer Moe Ditlevssen Via Epidemic Sound Beyond Measure by Christoffer Moe Ditlevssen Via Epidemic Sound O Frondens by Hildegaard von Bingen Via Wikimedia Commons Puzzle of Complexity by Jo Wandrini Via Epidemic Sound The Cemetary Dance by Jon Bjork Via Epidemic Sound Outro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... All stock footage via Pexels Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Myth of Time 16.10.2026 16min

  Time is a key feature in mythology. From the Mayan calendar charting the mythic age of creation, to the titan Chronos who embodies the very concept of time itself. In this video, I explore how early human cultures understood time, and how the first civilisations created methods of communicating this phenomenon. A phenomenon that even today we know frighteningly little about. Particularly through ancient calendars, which are able to tell us a lot about how time was thought of.Uploaded 09-05-22I hope you enjoy this one, I tried something a bit different here to spice it up. More Strange Christian Art is on the way, and hopefully with a shorter turnaround. The channel recently passed 600,000, amazing! Thank you all so much.H.-------------Sources and Further Reading:Ancient Time Keepershttp://websites.umich.edu/~lowbrows/reflections/1999/lsimmons.2.htmlThe History of Time: A Very Short Introduction by Leofranc Holford-Strevens -------------Music:Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringlehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...Seikilos Epitaph performed by Marcus HarveyVia Wikimedia CommonsAs Time Passes by, by Clarence ReedVia Epidemic SoundShort Story by Feras CharestanVia Epidemic SoundAncient Awakening by Bjorn AlvaVia Epidemic SoundA King's Ransom by Bonnie GraceVia Epidemic SoundWandering Soul by Gabriel LewisVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...-------------Find me on Social Media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT---------Email me:[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Mystery of the Copiale Cipher 16.10.2026 13min

  The Copiale Cipher. A small, mysterious book from the 18th century with a lot of secrets. In this video, we'll take a look into how the code was solved by a team of academics and how it revealed a mysterious group known as the Oculists.Uploaded 07-08-20It has been great seeing some more eyes on this channel (not longer just me). I am always open for advice or suggestions in the comments, I am sure there's much I can learn from you all.H.-----------------Sources:"Official" Website (full of resources):https://cl.lingfil.uu.se/~bea/copiale/Academic Paperhttps://www.isi.edu/natural-language/people/copiale-11.pdfCopiale Cypher wiki:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copiale_cipherNew York Times - How Revolutionary Tools Cracked a 1700s Code:https://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/25/science/25code.htmlComputer scientist cracks mysterious 'Copiale Cipher'https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2011-10/uosc-csc102411.phpWired - They Cracked This 250-Year-Old Code, and Found a Secret Society Insidehttps://www.wired.com/2012/11/ff-the-manuscript/The Copiale Cipher: An Early German Masonic Ritual Unveiledhttps://scottishrite.org/blog/about/media-publications/journal/article/the-copiale-cipher-an-early-german-masonic-ritual-unveiled/English Translationhttps://cl.lingfil.uu.se/~bea/copiale/copiale-translation.pdf-----------------Music:Myuu - Silent Night (Dark Piano Version)* https://www.youtube.com/user/myuujiElf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5728-elf-meditation-previewLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Myuu - Something's Wrong https://www.youtube.com/user/myuujiMyuu - The Order's Themehttps://www.youtube.com/user/myuujiAncient Rite by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5739-ancient-riteLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Myuu - Fernwehhttps://www.youtube.com/user/myuuji------------Contact me:[email protected]:https://discord.gg/29tngpT#copialecipher #mystery #secretsociety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Wicked Bible 16.10.2026 11min

  At Exodus 20:14, the so-called "Wicked Bible" contains the strange commandment, "Thou Shalt Commit Adultery". The "not" is nowhere to be seen, giving perfideous readers the divine green-light to cheat to their heart's content. It was not the work of a secret society, nor a version of the original text, but a typo; and a pretty bad one at that.Uploaded 26-01-21In this video, let's look at the collection of "Bible errata". Or as I like to call them "Biblical Bloopers". From the "Unrighteous Bible" that favours the sinners to the "Owl Bible" that speaks of a group of owl husbands. All the product of an unfortunate lack of proofreading. I'll also take you though what "bloopers" scholars believe have been preserved in the text since ancient times; exploring Jesus was actually called Joshua and why robes, not camels, were more unlikely to be threaded through the eyes of needles.As my term starts, I'm going to have to upload less frequently unfortunately. As much as I enjoy making videos, I've also got to get my degree! That said, I'll keep uploading and so continue Season II. I've got to balance my commitments for the time being.On the cusp of 200k subscribers. Thank you all so much :)H. (09/2021: thumbnail changed)---------Music:Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringlehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...Ulgonsah Witches by CO.AG Musichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fj5nX...Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Outro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...---------Sources and Further Reading:Wicked Bible:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wicked_BibleBible Errata:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bible_errata---------Find me on Social Media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT---------Email me:[email protected]#WickedBible #ThouShaltCommitAdultery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Death on the Radio 16.10.2026 7min

  On the 12th January 2007, a local radio show held a challenge 'Hold your wee for a Wii'. Jennifer Strange was a contestant, and was made to drink as much water as possible in under three hours. As you might expect, tragedy ensued.Uploaded 10-06-20----------------------Sources:O’Reilly Factor:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GXXmNC7_Gh4Death From H2O | Curious and Unusual Deathshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Vj5aYc5ZVgOpie and Anthony on MSNBC - Hold Your Wee for a Wiihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_FKmq1KHdyQKCRA 3 Exclusive: Former 107.9 The End DJ Speaks Outhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGP6cDUpO6wRadio Contest Death: Who Is to Blame?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXEAx9vhQmsRadio’s Deadly Stunts – The Jennifer Strange Storyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5FwDMqdjIU&t=1194sThe strange case of Jennifer Strangehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DtXIEqjbvYThe Jennifer Strange Storyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioKDf-JvKDoDon't Drink Too Much .... Water! ... Mom of 3 is Dead :-(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7ATJ3Hv3gIKDNDhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KDNDExcerpt of Jan. 12, 2007 KDND 'Morning Rave'https://web.archive.org/web/20180206191457/http://www.sacbee.com/latest-news/article2572284.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  What is Baltic Paganism? | Obscure Mythologies 16.10.2026 14min

  Go to https://nordvpn.com/hochelaga or use code hochelaga to get a 2-year plan plus a bonus gift with a huge discount.Uploaded 16-08-21Thanks to NordVPN for sponsoring this video.---------I’m sure you’ll be familiar with Greek or Norse mythology, But what about Baltic mythology. Ever heard of the storm god Perkunas who hunts the forests of Latvia in search of his one eyed rival Velinas? Or how about the supreme deity Dievas and how he accidently formed humanity out of his saliva? Introducing Baltic paganism, an obscure mythology from the frozen forests of Northern Europe. It’s a folklore full of dark gods and magic, one that survived well into the Middle Ages, before the late arrival of Christianity.There's so much that I couldn't include in the final cut of this video. Especially more on the history of the Baltics, and the story of Eglė, the Queen of Snakes. I have clips where I discuss these topics, one day I might share them with you all.The channel hit 360k subscribers recently. Wow! I feel like this is all becoming rather official. Thank you all :)H.---------Chapters:00:00 Intro00:49 I. The Baltics02:22 II. The Pantheon07:37 NordVPN08:39 III. Mythical Beasts09:53 IV. Romuva11:01 Outro---------Sources and further reading:Lithuanian Mythology - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lithuanian_mythologyLithuanian Philosophy: Persons and Ideas. Lithuanian Philosophical Studies, II. edited by Jurate Baranovahttps://web.archive.org/web/20070928011758/http://www.crvp.org/book/Series04/IVA-17/contents.htmList of all the Baltic Gods:https://www.godchecker.com/lithuanian-mythology/Baltic mythology | gods and folklore of Lithuania and Latvia:https://travelnhistory.com/legends/baltic-mythology/Baltica Archaelogia:https://web.archive.org/web/20120325025627/http://www.ku.lt/leidykla/leidiniai/Archaeologia_BALTICA/Archaeologia_BALTICA_15.pdf---------Music:Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringlehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs​...Elf Meditation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Ancient Rite by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Moorland by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...This is the Way it Ends - CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...The Ulgonsah Witches: Will It End - CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...Outro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav​...---------Find me on Social Media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT---------Email me:[email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Dark Christian Relics 16.10.2026 16min

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZWAX5L_t9k&pp=ygUMI21pcmFjbGVib29rUploaded 24-04-25In Christianity, relics are sacred items believed to carry the physical remains or possessions of saints — from bones and skulls to preserved body parts and holy shrouds. But just because these relics are holy… doesn’t mean they aren’t disturbing.In this video, let's dive into the world of Christian relics, holy artefacts, and saints’ remains — exploring how they’re classified, why they’re venerated, and what secrets they might be hiding. From the incorruptible jaw of St. Anthony, to the skull of Mary Magdalene, to the infamous Shroud of Turin. Whether you're into church history, curious about Catholic relics, or just drawn to the creepy side of Christianity, this is your beginner’s guide to six of the most intriguing and unsettling relics in Christian history.Glad so many of you enjoyed my Easter video. Thank you for 884K subscribers!H.------------CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction00:36 What Are Relics?01:30 The Incorruptable Jaw of St Anthony03:28 The Skull of Mary Magdalene05:23 The Head(s) of John the Baptist07:07 The Relic Debate08:06 The Shroud of Turin09:45 The Blood Miracle10:40 The Lost Coins of Judas Iscariot11:41 Final Thoughts13:02 Outro------------SOURCES and FURTHER READINGComputer-Aided Facial Reconstruction of “Mary-Magdalene” Relics Following Hair and Skull Analyses. Philippe Charlier et al.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6343449/Why are there four heads of John the Baptist? National Geographic.https://www.nationalgeographic.com/premium/article/john-the-baptist-four-heads-relicsThe Judas Coin (Dekadrachm of Syracuse). Irish Examiner.https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-40988306.html------------MUSIC and FOOTAGEIntro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs... Outro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... All other music via Epidemic Sound ------------USEFUL LINKSI have a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/hochelaga?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&redirect=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Dante's Paradiso: A Visitor's Guide to Heaven 16.10.2026 18min

  We’ve all heard about it, but what is Heaven, really? In this video, we explore Dante Alighieri’s Paradiso—the final part of The Divine Comedy—where he takes us on an epic journey through Heaven’s nine sacred spheres. A sequel to Inferno and Purgatorio, Paradiso is a breathtaking vision of the afterlife, filled with divine light, angelic beings, and deep spiritual revelations. Uploaded 16-03-25But what exactly happens in Dante’s Heaven? What are the Nine Spheres? And how does Dante’s vision compare to other ideas of the afterlife? Join me as I break down Dante’s journey through Heaven and explain the mystical and theological meanings behind Paradiso. It's going to get pretty strange! I hope you enjoy this video, and thank you for 861K subscribers :)H.P.S. Helpful PSA: I've had to gloss over finer story beats within this video, so I have included a link to Paradiso below!--------Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:40 What is Dante's Paradiso?02:02 Sphere I - The Moon03:00 Sphere II - Mercury03:55 Sphere III - Venus04:55 Sphere IV - The Sun05:48 Sphere V - Mars07:01 Sphere VI - Jupiter08:14 Sphere VII - Saturn09:14 Sphere VIII - Fixed Stars10:48 Sphere IX - Primum Mobile12:11 The Empyrean13:34 Conclusion15:15 Outro --------👽📺 Listen to my podcast, The Interruption:On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7gnUglG...On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...-----Sources and Further Reading:https://digitaldante.columbia.edu/not... ---------Music and Footage: Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...In Pieces by Madison YorkVia Epidemic SoundPandora's Box by Arthur BensonVia Epidemic SoundMysterious Forest by Howard Harper-BarnesVia Epidemic SoundPartners in Crime by Christoffer Moe DitevsenVia Epidemic SoundQuantum Mechanics by Silver MapleVia Epidemic SoundSound of Saturnhttps://science.nasa.gov/resource/sound-of-saturn-radio-emissions-of-the-planet-and-enceladus/Godsend by Johannes BornlofVia Epidemic SoundFrom Another Universe by Christian AndersenVia Epidemic SoundAt the End of Nothing by Silver MapleVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...All stock footage via Pexels#dantealighieri Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Ghosts of Hokusai 16.10.2026 10min

  Whilst the Japanese printmaker Hokusai is best known for his masterpiece "Under the Wave off Kanagawa", dig a little deeper and you'll find his wonderfully eerie ghost illustrations. Also known as yokai, his monster prints have been plucked from Japanese folklore. Uploaded 04-02-22In his old age, Hokusai made a print series called One Hundred Ghost Stories. His five images have their own legend to accompany them. From the story of Oiwa, a possessed lantern who haunts her treacherous husband. To the Kohada Koheiji, a vengeful corpse that peers over the curtain to watch you sleep.Where do these monsters come from? And why was Hokusai so fixated by Ghost stories? All this and more, as we step into the ghoulish art of supernatural Japan.I enjoyed this one, and tried a bunch of new things too! Thank you all for 535k subscribers :)H.-------------Music:Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringlehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs​...Drops of Golden Sun by Yi Nantirovia Epidemic SoundHokkaido by Saira Ridleyvia Epidemic SoundAnamorph Enigmaticvia Epidemic SoundA Strange Sound by Damon Greenevia Epidemic SoundSights of the Tokyo Towervia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AGhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav...License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...-------------Further Reading:Hokusai - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HokusaiHokusai's Supernatural Worldhttps://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/d5888f338b3242bdbcf853351faba9e2The Bakemono Zukushi "Monster" Scroll (18th–19th century)https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/the-bakemono-zukushi-monster-scroll-18th-19th-century-------------Find me on Social Media:Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT---------Email me:[email protected]#Hokusai #Yokai Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Dante’s Purgatorio: A Visitor’s Guide to Purgatory 16.10.2026 19min

  You’ve heard of Dante’s Inferno—the fiery descent through Hell’s nine circles. But what about its often-overlooked sequel… Dante’s Purgatorio? Between Heaven and Hell lies a mysterious realm: Purgatory—where souls endure brutal trials to earn redemption. Think Hell was bad? You haven’t seen anything like this.Uploaded 24-02-25But what actually happens in Dante’s Purgatorio? Why is it overshadowed by Inferno? And what trials await those climbing ascending the seven terraces Mount Purgatory? In this video, I shall retell the story of Dante's Purgatorio, and explain the seven steps of Purgatory. Enjoy!Helpful PSA: I've had to gloss over finer story beats within this video, so I have included a link to Purgatory below!A number of you in the comments asked for a Divine Comedy series, and so I am delighted to cook this one up for you. If you have any more suggestions, do let me know in the comments. It's a pleasure (and a privilege) to be back making videos. Thank you for 846K subscribers!H.edit: title change!--------Chapters:00:00 Intro00:50 What is Dante's Purgatorio?02:11 Ante-Purgatory04:09 Terrace I: Pride05:24 Terrace II: Envy06:24 Terrace III: Wrath07:44 The Seven Deadly Sins08:58 Terrace IV: Sloth09:51 Terrace V: Greed11:11 Terrace VI: Gluttony12:16 Terrace VII: Lust12:56 The Garden of Earth Paradise14:01 Beatrice Reunited15:24 Conclusion16:49 Outro--------👽📺 Listen to my podcast, The Interruption:On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7gnUglG...On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast...-----Sources and Further Reading:Read the full Purgatorio (and analysis) herehttps://digitaldante.columbia.edu/not... Here's a fantastic synopsis with key themes:https://www.litcharts.com/lit/purgatorio ---------Music: Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...Subtle Differences by Howard Harper BarnesVia Epidemic SoundMy Kind of Illusion by Jay VartonVia Epidemic SoundPhilosophia by David CelesteVia Epidemic SoundSignal to Noise by HampusVia Epidemic SoundWith Tenacity by Chistoffer Moe DivletsonVia Epidemic SoundHelix NebulaVia Epidemic SoundFor Lorne by Anders Schill PaulsenVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...#dantespurgatorio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Gospel of Jesus' Wife 16.10.2026 14min

  What if Jesus was married to Mary Magdalene, what if they have descendants that live amongst us? This idea forms the basis of the Da Vinci Code, and is a central theme of the gnostic gospels. But it’s not just the realm of fiction or conspiracy. You see, there’s an ancient Christian text that seems to confirm this theory. It’s a tiny fragment of papyrus with an astonishing revelation – that Jesus had a wife.Uploaded 12-08-22It had the potential to rewrite everything we knew about the life of Jesus. If it was genuine of course. And that’s where things get a little complicated. You see, (*spoilers*) the Gospel of Jesus' Wife was a hoax, a forgery, a fake. From the odd handwriting to lifting text from the gospel of Thomas, it was quickly deemed fraudulent. Despite this, it was a catalyst for some exciting conversations. For example, how much do we really know about the life of Jesus? All we have are the New Testament texts, and a few other sources, but they only really cover the final few years of his life. Ultimately, we know very little about Jesus as a historical figure. So for now, the mystery of whether he had a wife is ongoing.I hope you enjoy this one. It's such a fascinating topic (in my humble opinion). Thank you all for 671k subscribers. Goodness, that's a big number!H.-------------Sources and Further Reading:'The Unbelievable Tale of Jesus' Wife' by Ariel Sabarhttps://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2016/07/the-unbelievable-tale-of-jesus-wife/485573/Bernhard, A. (2015). The Gospel of Jesus' Wife: Textual Evidence of Modern Forgery. New Testament Studies, 61(3), 335-355. doi:10.1017/S0028688515000077Gathercole, S. (2015). The Gospel of Jesus' Wife: Constructing a Context. New Testament Studies, 61(3), 292-313. doi:10.1017/S0028688515000107-------------Music: Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...Godsend by Johannes BornlofVia Epidemic SoundMastermind by David CelesteVia Epidemic SoundErudition by Ambre JauneVia Epidemic SoundTwo Lover’s Bane by David CelesteVia Epidemic SoundWandering Soul by Gabriel LewisVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...--------- Find me on Social Media: Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT--------- Email me: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  The Dead Sea Scrolls: The Oldest Biblical Writings Ever Found 16.10.2026 35min

  🌏 Get exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/hochelagavpn It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!Uploaded 30-01-26------------The Dead Sea Scrolls are a gigantic collection of ancient writings, preserved for in small clay jars for millennia. Along with some the oldest biblical manuscripts ever discovered, there were a number of other scrolls previously unknown to scholarship —writings that revealed the inner workings of a secret community, and apocalyptic prophecies about a war at the end of time. The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls in the late 1940s revolutionised the field of biblical studies, and revealed secrets about the history of the Bible and ancient Judaism. But what do they say? How were they discovered? And who did they belong to?In this video, I want to take you on a journey through the Dead Sea Scrolls, and explore the lost history of one of the most important discoveries in the history of the Bible…Thank you for 984K subscribers!H.------------CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction1:05 I. The Discovery06:43 II. Inside the Scrolls11:52 NordVPN13:06 II. Inside the Scrolls16:57 III. The Essene Hypothesis23:05 IV. Angels and Demons28:23 Final Thoughts30:00 Outro ------------SOURCES and FURTHER READINGThe Dead Sea Scrolls: A Very Short Introduction by Timothy H. LimThe Oxford Handbook of the Dead Sea Scrolls. ed. Timothy H. Lim and John J. Collins------------MUSICIntro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter PringleOutro - Disconnect - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG Peaceful Ambient Background MusicLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... All other music via Epidemic Sound------------PATREONCheck out my Patreon! patreon.com/hochelaga Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  Making a Deal with the Devil: Pros and Cons 16.10.2026 16min

  Throughout history, there are many curious tales of people who gain unimaginable wealth and talent under suspicious circumstances. If the legends are to be believed, the price tag is a lifetime of loyalty and servitude to the Devil. Uploaded 20-01-23But when it comes to selling your soul for earthly gain, there’s a lot you ought to think about. I’d hate for you to enter a diabolical contact uninformed, so I have drafted up a helpful list of pros, and cons of selling your soul to demons – using examples taken from history.There are many things that you may want to consider when faced with a Faustian bargain. You may find that being satisfied with what you already have in life is good enough. Perhaps wealth, status and ambition are overrated, especially when demons are involved. I’ll let you figure out what’s best.Video out in one week! Rapido...Thank you all for 735k subscribersH.P.S. If you are reading this in the future, don't read too much into this video's topic.P.P.S. Selling your soul to Satan has its risks. Be warned, always wear protection.--------Chapters:00:00 Intro01:30 Dr Faustus04:15 The Devil's Music07:07 Witch-hunts10:08 Origins11:59 Pros and Cons13:18 Outro--------👽📺 Listen to my podcast, The Interruption:On Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7gnUglGYZvW5ucv1HJBOUo?si=4f2954be88b04990On Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-interruption/id1654508940On Google:https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5hY2FzdC5jb20vcHVibGljL3Nob3dzLzYzNmU3YmFjZGMxZGRjMDAxMTdhNTI3Mg?sa=X&ved=0CB8Q27cFahcKEwjgyLDIpcT7AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQLA-----Sources and Further Reading:Deal with the Devil - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deal_with_the_DevilRobert Johnson - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_JohnsonNiccolò Paganini - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Niccolò_PaganiniUrbain Grandier - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urbain_GrandierCodex Gigas - Wikihttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codex_Gigas---------Music: Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...Dancin' with the Devil by Peter CrosbyVia Epidemic SoundAct II Gavin LukeVia Epidemic SoundCafe Bossa RiverwornVia Epidemic SoundTwo Lovers' Bane by David CelesteVia Epidemic SoundErudition by Amber JauneVia Epidemic SoundCourtship and chaperones by Martin LandstromVia Epidemic SoundThe Cemetary Dance by Jon BjorkVia Epidemic SoundMysterious Forest by Howard Harper-BarnesVia Epidemic SoundOutro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...--------Find me on Social Media: Twitter:https://twitter.com/hochelaga_ytInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hochelaga_yt/Discord:https://discord.gg/29tngpT--------Email me: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices