Comments by "Torsten Scott" (@torstenscott7571) on "The Poetic Edda vs Prose Edda- Norse Mythology" video.

  1. I think what he is trying to say is that our very notion of the scientific method, though influenced from the more empirical testing criteria of ancient philosophy and logic, is still heavily tainted by judeo Christian values. Being that much of the early scientific revolution was brought forth by Christians and for Christians, our scientific method is often restrictive when dealing with what might be better explanations for the paranormal. Just a thought.
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  2. The book "the Seed of Yggrasil" really impressed me with the translations of the names of various figures within some of the stories and myths. It reveals just how much is metaphorical and about archetypes. There is certainly a spiritual element as expressed through the animistic worldview, and without embracing animism, no amount of scholarly research will suffice in complete understanding. I hope this helps.
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