Dive into Turkic mythology, closely linked to Tengrianism - the ancient religion of Turkic peoples. Discover the cosmological concepts they developed over millennia to explain the world around them, including deities like Ulgen, guardian of the earth; Erlik, keeper of the underworld; and Mergen, god of wisdom. This episode offers a unique insight into the ancient Turkic worldview and highlights similarities with other cultures' mythologies. We conclude with a brief overview of Tengrianism. 
 
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Dive into Turkic mythology, closely linked to Tengrianism - the ancient religion of Turkic peoples. Discover the cosmological concepts they developed over millennia to explain the world around them, including deities like Ulgen, guardian of the earth; Erlik, keeper of the underworld; and Mergen, god of wisdom. This episode offers a unique insight into the ancient Turkic worldview and highlights similarities with other cultures' mythologies. We conclude with a brief overview of Tengrianism. #Turkicmythology #Tengrianism #Turkicdeities #Ulgen #Erlik #Mergen #ancientreligion #cosmology #mythicalbeings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into Turkic mythology, closely linked to Tengrianism - the ancient religion of Turkic peoples. Discover the cosmological concepts they developed over millennia to explain the world around them, including deities like Ulgen, guardian of the earth; Erlik, keeper of the underworld; and Mergen, god of wisdom. This episode offers a unique insight into the ancient Turkic worldview and highlights similarities with other cultures' mythologies. We conclude with a brief overview of Tengrianism. 
 
 #Turkicmythology #Tengrianism #Turkicdeities #Ulgen #Erlik #Mergen #ancientreligion #cosmology #mythicalbeings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices" rel="noopener noreferrer">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

Episode 3: Exploring Turkic Mythology and Tengrianism

Dive into the vast and rich chronology of Turkic and Steppe history with Khan's Den. From the majestic nomadic empires like the Xiongnu and Huns that shaped Eurasian landscapes to the enduring cultural legacies of the Turks and Mongols that span centuries, join our journey through the heartlands of Central Asia and beyond. Explore the triumphs, struggles, and profound influences of Steppe peoples on global history – with a focus on the Turkic peoples – from ancient times to the End of the Middle Ages. And lastly, re-discover long-forgotten myths and legends that shaped the identities and legacies of these nomadic societies. From Mongolia to Ukraine, from Ötüken to Budapest, and from the Orkhon Inscriptions to Attila's speeches, let us dive into the enduring spirit of the Eurasian Steppe Belt.

All episodes are produced by Emre-E. Yavuz, founder and owner of the Khan's Den media channels and author of "The Göktürks: Origins, Religion and Rapid Rise of the First Turkic Empire" and "The Göktürks: Second Edition".

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Dive into the vast and rich chronology of Turkic and Steppe history with Khan's Den. From the majestic nomadic empires like the Xiongnu and Huns that shaped Eurasian landscapes to the enduring cultural legacies of the Turks and Mongols that span centuries, join our journey through the heartlands of Central Asia and beyond. Explore the triumphs, struggles, and profound influences of Steppe peoples on global history – with a focus on the Turkic peoples – from ancient times to the End of the Middle Ages. And lastly, re-discover long-forgotten myths and legends that shaped the identities and legacies of these nomadic societies. From Mongolia to Ukraine, from Ötüken to Budapest, and from the Orkhon Inscriptions to Attila's speeches, let us dive into the enduring spirit of the Eurasian Steppe Belt. All episodes are produced by Emre-E. Yavuz, founder and owner of the Khan's Den media channels and author of "The Göktürks: Origins, Religion and Rapid Rise of the First Turkic Empire" and "The Göktürks: Second Edition".

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