Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth

Sacrifice and Bliss

TV-G
S1 • E4    Jun 23, 1988    60m
Campbell discusses the role of sacrifice in myth, which symbolizes the necessity for rebirth. He stresses the need for every one of us to find our sacred place in the midst of today's fast-paced, technological world.

Chief Seattle, the sacred Earth, agricultural renewal, human sacrifice, sacrifice of the Mass, transcendence of death, story: “The Green Knight,” societal dictates vs. following bliss, “hidden hands” guiding life's work.

Cast of Sacrifice and Bliss

  • Joseph CampbellSelf
  • Bill MoyersSelf

 

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