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How Dragons and Myths Fit in the Bible

Theologian

BibleProject


Duration

49.27


Uploaded to YouTube

15 September 2023

Added to Database

29 November 2025


YouTube description

When we read the word “myth,” often what comes to mind is a fictional story. However, a myth is a way of exploring universal concerns of human existence, using symbols for things we may or may not have words to describe. The dragon is one such myth—a symbol humans have used for millennia to talk about chaos and death. Some might say it was one of the first worldwide memes. In this episode, Tim and Jon discuss ancient Near Eastern literature about dragons.

Music:
“Defender (Instrumental)” by TENTS
Additional sound design by Tyler Bailey, Dan Gummel, and Matthew Halbert-Howen