Discover the dog-headed saint, Green Man myths, and pagan-Christian connections in this episode!

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This podcast episode dives into the intersection of Christianity and paganism, exploring saints, folk religion, and mythology. Charlie and Brian, Christopagan Druids, discuss the blending of spiritual traditions, highlighting figures like St. Christopher—a dog-headed giant turned saint—and St. Francis, an earth-centered healer. The conversation emphasizes how folk practices and mythology evolve into religious traditions. They discuss concepts such as the Green Man, syncretism in spirituality, and the importance of creating personal and vibrant spiritual practices. The episode concludes with a prayer to St. Christopher, blending reverence and humor.

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## Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Christian Saints and Pagan Gods

00:40 Hosts Introduction and Episode Overview

01:47 Historical Context of Folk and Clerical Religion

04:51 Saint Christopher: The Dog-Headed Giant

10:50 Saint Francis: The Original Christopagan

13:20 The Mysterious Green Men

14:39 Exploring Celtic Influence in Brittany

14:53 The Enigmatic Green Men in Art

15:16 Mythological Connections: Medusa and Green Men

15:53 woodwose and Green Men: Distinctions and Similarities

16:26 The Green Knight: A Celtic Deity

17:43 Personal Interpretations of Mythology

18:55 Modern Devotions and Practices

24:09 The Evolution of Religion and Spirituality

26:06 Conclusion and Community Engagement

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