Lilith - The first female vampire | Dark Mythologies

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  • @TheGadgetPanda
    @TheGadgetPanda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +949

    Perhaps a little disclaimer at the beginning would be appropriate: "I'm totally not Lilith, why would you even think that? This is not an autobiography, I swear!"

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  2 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      🤣

    • @lilmelvin11
      @lilmelvin11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      😎

    • @tananario
      @tananario 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Because memoirs are different from autobiographies. 🧛🏽‍♀️

    • @Maryqueenofairs38
      @Maryqueenofairs38 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Huh.

    • @Maryqueenofairs38
      @Maryqueenofairs38 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Well, why even suggest that. Lilith is an immortal being and this woman resembles an ancient.

  • @cramerfloro5936
    @cramerfloro5936 2 ปีที่แล้ว +371

    Another interesting factoid about Lilith is that, during the Middle Ages, she started being identified as the Queen of demons, and thus as the wife of Asmodeus, their king.

    • @ParanormalEncyclopedia
      @ParanormalEncyclopedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      No she was originally the mother of demons. The first wife of Adam myth is the one that started in the Middle Ages. Her origins as a demon go back before Judaism to the earlier references to demons called lilitu in Babylonian demonology.

    • @cramerfloro5936
      @cramerfloro5936 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@ParanormalEncyclopedia while her role as a mother or matriarch was older, I was referring to her encapsulation in the legends regarding the King of Demons Asmodeus, who already appeared in talmudic tradition. This role as his consort was mantained by Lilith in many jewish folk tales.

    • @leecorrigan8394
      @leecorrigan8394 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought Asmodeus was a knight of hell

    • @ParanormalEncyclopedia
      @ParanormalEncyclopedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@leecorrigan8394 supernatural is a fun show but not a reliable source

    • @leecorrigan8394
      @leecorrigan8394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ParanormalEncyclopedia lol, I didn't think it was super accurate

  • @nassirahmad4873
    @nassirahmad4873 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1077

    It never ceases to amuse me how many monsters of ancient lore are manifestations of men being scared of smart, strong-willed women who enjoy sex and/or don’t want to sleep with them.

    • @yoeyyoey8937
      @yoeyyoey8937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      It’s an archetype

    • @adultdeleted
      @adultdeleted 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      i'm a woman and lilith scares me

    • @Katya2000
      @Katya2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@adultdeleted She should. Some people today need to stop making everything about the patriarchy

    • @mbb--
      @mbb-- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Any archetype in ancient lore is a reflection of both men's and women's psyches, not just men's.

    • @stevelang6990
      @stevelang6990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      "Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
      I'm begging of you please don't take my man
      Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
      Please don't take him just because you can
      Your beauty is beyond compare
      With flaming locks of auburn hair
      With ivory skin and eyes of emerald green
      Your smile is like a breath of spring
      Your voice is soft like summer rain
      And I cannot compete with you
      Jolene
      He talks about you in his sleep
      And there's nothing I can do to keep
      From crying when he calls your name
      Jolene
      And I can easily understand
      How you could easily take my man
      But you don't know what he means to me
      Jolene
      Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
      I'm begging of you please don't take my man
      Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
      Please don't take him just because you can
      You could have your choice of men
      But I could never love again
      He's the only one for me
      Jolene
      I had to have this talk with you
      My happiness depends on you
      And whatever you decide to do
      Jolene
      Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
      I'm begging of you please don't take my man
      Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene
      Please don't take him even though you can
      Jolene, Jolene"
      Songwriter: Dolly Parton

  • @Wolfsbaene
    @Wolfsbaene 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    You and John McLean give off the same vibes, those being “mysterious immortal who deigns to illuminate us with great knowledge.” I love it!

  • @QueenBoadicea
    @QueenBoadicea 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    11:11 This is the story that I recall. There wasn't any mention of vampirism, merely a woman who didn't want to assume the submissive position in sex and flew away from Adam.

  • @Soundstress
    @Soundstress 2 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    She goes from a goddess of fertility to some crazed sex-child soul stealing demon. I named my daughter Lillith, she was born with Spina Bifida I found it so fitting and gives a wink to the strong-willed Lillith.

    • @GiselleZavala97
      @GiselleZavala97 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I also was born with spina bifida. Stage 3 which is Myelomeningocele I also hydrocephalus.

    • @mch12311969
      @mch12311969 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      As someone who was also born with Spina Bifida, I love this.

  • @AMoniqueOcampo
    @AMoniqueOcampo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +181

    I am loving your Dark Academia outfit and makeup!
    When I was a kid, I remember Lilith being mentioned as Adam's first wife, but I never understood that given that I was Catholic and was raised with the "Adam and Eve" narrative.
    This is the first time I ever heard of Lilith being referred to as a vampire.

    • @ladykadiijha
      @ladykadiijha 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Yes dark academia matches her personality! Loving it 😍 ❤️

    • @strandedinseattle9931
      @strandedinseattle9931 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The only time I ever heard of Lilith being a vampire is in the game World of Darkness: Vampire the Masquerade. Generally she is considered the mother of demons, Adam's first wife who was not a good wife of servitude to him, etc - these things I have read about from multiple sources.

    • @moniqueengleman873
      @moniqueengleman873 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      As usual men have written history. She was created equal to Adam who was none too happy about that. A strong character that has men shivering in their boots.

    • @christopherrobin361
      @christopherrobin361 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@moniqueengleman873 Typical feminist that cannot accept men don't "shiver" about Lilith. Grow up.

    • @moniqueengleman873
      @moniqueengleman873 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christopherrobin361 says the boy named Christopher Robin...... 😂

  • @abirzle4707
    @abirzle4707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Nice Video
    I also like the fact, that according to some etymologists, the term "lullaby" is derived from "Lilith Abe", Lilith begone, as to ward of SIDS.

  • @kentjensen4504
    @kentjensen4504 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Received standard pronunciation and a lovely classical English accent. I thought I’d never find that on this website. I’m in love and subscribed.

  • @brandonlrushman2870
    @brandonlrushman2870 2 ปีที่แล้ว +500

    Lilith - “Please no.”
    Adam, God, anything with a male ego- “And I took that personally!

    • @2Ten1Ryu
      @2Ten1Ryu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Exactly. You just worded it way nicer than I would have. Even as a teen, when I first heard the story, I was pretty angry. I am still angry today. *sigh*

    • @brandonlrushman2870
      @brandonlrushman2870 2 ปีที่แล้ว +54

      @@2Ten1Ryu all she wanted was to be treated fairly. An equally to her counterpart! But nooooooooo!!!! 🙄

    • @yoeyyoey8937
      @yoeyyoey8937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It’s not a “male ego” but an archetypal relationship that can exist within in

    • @MammaApa
      @MammaApa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ugh, retire Jung please.

    • @gregoryvn3
      @gregoryvn3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      This feels so disturbingly accurate that it hurts.

  • @robo5013
    @robo5013 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Got a good chuckle when you mentioned your dog playing w/ the toilet paper roll, they are one of the favorite toys for my cats. There is one under my desk right now.

  • @CAP198462
    @CAP198462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    I first heard of Lilith/ Lilitu in connection with VTM (Vampire: The masquerade). She was connected to the story through one of the factions in the game. Many of the same points were there, Caine and Adam and Enoch and a connection with animals. It wasn’t until later that I learned the materiel the White Wolf Publishing authors borrowed from.

  • @loralouise3865
    @loralouise3865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I just discovered your channel and I am so thrilled! I earned my MSLS at graduate university at Wayne State University. This is a Masters degree in Special and Medical Libraries, later I got certified for public libraries. I literally have a library in my house! Don’t get me in a book store because I WILL be finding something that I just have to have! Plus this video was right up my alley!! Thanks so much and I enjoy your interaction with your fur baby! Thanks so much!

  • @wyvern723
    @wyvern723 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I had a zoom call with my seven year old's teacher yesterday and our new kitten did something similar. Lol.
    I got a book of mythology that included Lilith from my HS library, and I remember talking to my great aunt about her leaving Adam for him being an insecure ass. She laughed and said "Good for her. We're probably descended from her not Eve."

    • @Chael0007
      @Chael0007 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Do work you are forgiven

  • @brittanykay51
    @brittanykay51 2 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    I love the thought that Lilith ends up a chimera- it really shows that women cannot win. If we are independent and in control of ourselves and our sexuality, we are villains, yet if we fully conform to what a man desires and give him not just our body but our whole selves, we truly are nothing at all but an empty reflection.
    Really awesome video!

    • @SteveOliver-hh3rc
      @SteveOliver-hh3rc ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Why would you even think that all men would do that to you? Lots of men, including me, totally respect women. We want you to be yourselves, no control. So yes, you can win. You be whatever you want to be. The men that don't like that, well just walk away from them.

    • @nicklowe4392
      @nicklowe4392 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Another man....I believe the opposite of what you say. Perhaps you should consider who you date.
      Some of use actually are looking for independent and in control women who also understand their sexuality.
      Not someone to do the laundry and be sub-serviant. Best of luck with your search and do not settle with second best.

    • @Chael0007
      @Chael0007 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you’re worried about laundry you need to grow up boy. Go to mummy

  • @paulboucher3487
    @paulboucher3487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    During my studies concerning the Lilith plaque I noticed a a few things about it, first it’s quite beautiful, then the symbolism within it, the two Owls represent the two pillars on the tree of life, owls in this case representing Death and Wisdom, also karma, one cannot escape Death, it’s inescapable, time, Cronos, Saturn. Her arms Open, meaning Her openness to All, Her wings Air: meaning Mind, very mercurial. Her headdress a symbol of Power, the Horns as Dualism but worn on Her to reconcile That duality (middle Pillar on the Tree of Life) the Circle and Rods representing Male and Female in a sexual sense (creation) also subject and object, the docile Lions showing that existence, one’s lower mind can be not just overcome, but under One’s Rulership, and what of Her mysterious Smile? Its for Her to know and us to find out! I’ve left out so many other things but I thought I’d share. Blessed Be Lady of the Library! Oh! Yes She is Ishtar and many other Goddess’ too, She is the Mother of All. 🌹

    • @diamondmunrodaniels7955
      @diamondmunrodaniels7955 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You said it quite well and truthfully!-Ms.D.M.Switzer P.S.The Real truth of LIFE is WOMEN are the strongest of the 2 Sexes and because we are of Flesh & Blood MEN fear that especially in the Bedroom!Do NOT submit to anyone You do NOT want to and force does NOT count.

    • @jeffpinner1772
      @jeffpinner1772 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Let me fix your view. When in the Bible it said god created them he was referring to a being of light caused and placed in a husk. This being scared god because of what it could become and so he split it in two. Male female and they forgot only through becoming one again could we escape Yahweh and go back to the true heaven. Hail lilith and left hand path.

  • @DneilB007
    @DneilB007 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very well done with your readings. We can see the amount of preparation & rehearsal that went into them. Brava!

  • @oliviawatts6313
    @oliviawatts6313 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh my god you look amazing from your nails to your: rings, necklace, outfit, hair and lipstick! Everything is perfect 🖤 I still want a makeup collection/ jewelry collection to go with your wardrobe videos! Also I would love a no buy year update video and maybe a video of everything you bought this year! Keep the videos going, I love the dark histories!

  • @bernardmulligan5504
    @bernardmulligan5504 2 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Your readings made my heart pound.
    I appreciate all the different ground you covered. Lilith is fascinating. I tried explaining to some friends recently that most of what we know about her isn't actually in the Bible, but they seemed to only really be interested in what they learned from TV shows about vampires. I'll send them this video. Maybe they'll change their minds.

    • @kerrypitt9789
      @kerrypitt9789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Do you end up sitting by yourself at Parties? I do! 😂🤣

    • @tell-me-a-story-
      @tell-me-a-story- 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah, it annoys me when people think Lilith is a person in the Bible, when she's really just a folklore charecter.

  • @cramerfloro5936
    @cramerfloro5936 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    16:00 yeah, some of the demons trapped in magic bowls can look rather silly! XD
    Maybe it was also to make fun of something that scared you.

  • @DasPanda
    @DasPanda 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've started watching your videos from my recommendations and I'm very glad I have. Your videos are well researched. Also full of more new fun facts about mythology than I'd learned. Well done. :)

  • @crystallinecrow3365
    @crystallinecrow3365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Bring on the spook! Halloween is but the START of spooky season imho, I love this plan. Yet another spectacular video, my lady, and I thank you! I stumbled upon Macdonald's Lillith in my youth and my romantic goth heart fell head over heels in love with it. I love this subject and your video on it was wonderful - especially the part abt one if my favorite books that no one had ever heard of hehe 🖤

  • @wendychavez5348
    @wendychavez5348 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    A succubus is "one who lies beneath," while an incubus is "one who lies over," and a concubus will lie beside. It would seem Lilith fills each of those bowls.

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Can't fault a jack of all trades

    • @evelyneverlasting9038
      @evelyneverlasting9038 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      So your saying she bottoms she tops and she waifs?
      Nice.

    • @nothereyetlost
      @nothereyetlost ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope those were ALL lies. She was the true Hod of creation

    • @WaywardTidesCollective
      @WaywardTidesCollective 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I coined the term varicubus to refer to a being that fits more than one of these terms, and she certainly is the ultimate dom-vers, she'll top, bottom, or side but damn she wants to be in control no matter what

  • @Melsmusings2
    @Melsmusings2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent job on this video, Cinzia. I really enjoyed this great breakdown & I thought you incorporated so many sources so well. Very informative & I could listen to you all day.🌹

  • @tradrudeboy
    @tradrudeboy ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My dog has learned how to open the bathroom door to get to the tiolet paper. He then steals a whole roll and pulls the tube out of the middle so he can destroy it.

  • @fiorimonde7494
    @fiorimonde7494 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You did a great job with the material. I was concerned about the handling of the religious aspects but it was thoughtfully approached. Thank you!

  • @WanderRadioX
    @WanderRadioX 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for continuing to "go spooky"! These videos have been an absolute vibe, and I've loved the varied and in-depth coverage of these characters and monsters. Looking forward to all of the videos to come.

  • @maribelvillasenor8
    @maribelvillasenor8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I just found your channel! So glad! Love your storytelling voice.

  • @taylordawn4492
    @taylordawn4492 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your natural voice, so calming and makes me feel better about my low voice!

  • @mathieuleader8601
    @mathieuleader8601 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    I remember first hearing about Lilith in the Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe being the ancestor of the White Witch Jadis

    • @leecorrigan8394
      @leecorrigan8394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I only ever heard about her on Supernatural

    • @nothereyetlost
      @nothereyetlost ปีที่แล้ว

      Ahhhh so she DIDNT create demons?!!!

    • @nothereyetlost
      @nothereyetlost ปีที่แล้ว

      @@leecorrigan8394in what context?

    • @leecorrigan8394
      @leecorrigan8394 ปีที่แล้ว

      @nothereyetlost she was the mother of monsters and Sam and Dean had to take her out one season

    • @nothereyetlost
      @nothereyetlost ปีที่แล้ว

      @@leecorrigan8394 ohhhh I see. The same ol.I saw this depiction in Shadowhunters too. Very convincing. Except….yesterday, the VERYvfirst time I truly heard her story, there are sooo many plot holes that the ONLY explanation is it was ALL made up. Not only that, it was pretty obvious WHY it was made up I’d that SHE is the true creator god. SHE is the reason there are two creation stories in the Bible.

  • @mathieuleader8601
    @mathieuleader8601 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    fun fact King Arthur's mentor Merlin is said to be the offspring of a demon

  • @klinischbrot
    @klinischbrot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    This is perfect 🎶& Hi Doggy!
    Thanks for the effort and research.
    Happy Halloween!

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching 🖤

  • @vivalaruzha
    @vivalaruzha 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks!

  • @mikemahaffey9121
    @mikemahaffey9121 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was totally drawn in. May have nightmares about succubi tonight too. That being said, splendid job Miss Chincia.

  • @jenniferbaker2762
    @jenniferbaker2762 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg. Where has this page been ?! You are amazing. So informative. I'd be lost among the books for hours.

  • @neenaw
    @neenaw 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I found your channel again after like 10 years. I remember you made The University Challenge video and that stuck with me.
    You came in clutch when I googled "Cleopatra race" so good job on that 😂

  • @xavierkane2532
    @xavierkane2532 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Going spooky until February is great news! I write paranormal fiction and watch your videos for inspiration and research!

  • @PrincessSaskia84
    @PrincessSaskia84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love your vampy academic look- great video as always'❤

  • @ImmortalDragon21
    @ImmortalDragon21 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could listen to you read gothic and classic stories all day.

  • @AldWitch
    @AldWitch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Thank you, Cinzia. A very interesting video. I'm sure the whole interweb will tell you this but "ch" in Hebrew is pronounced as in the word 'loch' not as in 'choose'.

  • @inkyjill
    @inkyjill 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your outfit, this subject, timing... *chef's kiss*

  • @inkagarden8939
    @inkagarden8939 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible, specially that one on the Bible 😏 I‘m so happy I found your channel!!! Anyways, I‘d love the library since I met one (yes, I consider the Library a being) and even did volunteer work there as a teen. Looking forward to watch all your videos🤓😍📚

  • @labreeskalies3546
    @labreeskalies3546 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my First time watching you and I must say you have an Immediate Fan and I'm truly entranced by your Lovely Voice , Stunning Beauty and Vast Knowledge of such Interesting Subjects. Your Entertaining ,Informative and I look forward to watching other Videos you made. So glad I came across this Channel. I have a Deep Spiritual connection with Lilith and I Thank You Sincerely for the New Information I learned. As I said You have a New and True Fan , Thank You. I look forward to learning from such a Wonderful Soul as Yours. 🙂

  • @haraldputensen7955
    @haraldputensen7955 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Danke!

  • @abehill5412
    @abehill5412 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another interesting take on the creation myth, with Caine and Lilith, comes in the form of the Table Top RPG, Vampire: The Masquerade. I'd love to see you do a video on that. In that setting, instead putting a mark on Caine, God turns him into the first vampire (It's eluded to later, that God just might be a vampire, or blood god). Caine is sent into exile, and on his way, meets Lilith, Adam's first wife, now ex. She has become the Mother of Demons (much like the other myths surrounding her), and to spite both God and Adam, teaches him how to use the blood for various uses, called Disciplines. They become lovers, but have a falling out, Caine goes on his merry way, founds the city of Enoch and the first vampires, which get wiped out in the flood, and then creates 13 more after that, which become the clans you can choose to create your character from. The lore is absolutely epic.

  • @CChissel
    @CChissel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m writing a vampire book. I’m loving all the vampire lore from my favorite content creators lately, lots of inspiration!

  • @zhn680
    @zhn680 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lovely video! I'm excited for the news that these will (hopefully still) continue for some time, but as a new sub, I must admit that I am enjoying a lot of your videos :) take care, x

  • @kerrypitt9789
    @kerrypitt9789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A lot of your topics, I know superficial information about. It is very interesting to have these base bits and pieces "Fleshed Out," so to speak. I'm enjoying listening to you while I practice Insect Bondage!

    • @MsQuoted
      @MsQuoted 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Took me a minute to understand that was insect and not, incest 😬🫣

  • @teawithraine
    @teawithraine 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just found your channel and I'm in love with all this lore and history!

  • @leftcoaster67
    @leftcoaster67 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I still melt at your accent and voice. Happy Hallowe'en!

  • @TheParanormalScholar
    @TheParanormalScholar 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How wonderful - thank you!

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you - just discovered your channel. Beautiful work!

  • @petebyrdie4799
    @petebyrdie4799 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That was awesome! I had no idea there was so much depth to Lilith.

  • @giovanamota2833
    @giovanamota2833 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your voice and the way you present your videos, very powerful!

  • @janiepagequirion614
    @janiepagequirion614 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As an underdog with nice features, I know it sounds silly, but i have always found myself through Lilith. Especially when i discovered that my lilith sign was in Aries and in my first house... if you know u know ;)

  • @WendyMoule
    @WendyMoule 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful! Yes please keep on being spooky as long as you can. Your outfit and makeup are outstanding.

  • @syrilvictor3288
    @syrilvictor3288 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was a member of a Chevra Kaddisha for 15 years. Your description was.... not bad for a non-jew. Thank you.

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey, I'll take not bad!

    • @syrilvictor3288
      @syrilvictor3288 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CinziaDuBois I could tell that you used some good translations. There are nuances that are only in the Hebrew and Aramaic. Some of those customs, particularly those concerning birth and infants are still followed today including the amulets . Actually, there are several different customs from different Jewish groups.
      There is also the contrast between Lilith (She of the Night) in Hebrew and the Shechinah which is the divine presence and defined by the positive aspects of feminity ie, love, sanctity etc

  • @kgmotte2363
    @kgmotte2363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    One thing that I find curious about Lilith's Myths, at least the ones that pertain to The Adam and Eve related Versions... She Chose to Leave the Garden herself, she wasn't Cast out, So technically that makes her the ONE Human to not have been burdened with the "Original Sin". Yet Somehow, despite her literally being the only Human ever that ISN'T a Sinner, she's the one that's Depicted as Evil somehow? It feels like a Contradiction to me. (Or at least she wasn't until she started Doing that whole "I'll Take and Kill every Child that isn't Mine!!!" thing for no apparent reason... Like are we meant to expect that she's Resentful towards Adam OR Eve for HER Choice to Leave the garden? I honestly don't get her Motivation here if we look at the story in a self contained way... I've Heard of Jealous Exes, but this seems like a bit much of an overreaction, no?)
    I know the Reason is because she was something Akin to a Demon in the Texts and Mythologies that predated Judaism and from which she was taken, but it still seems odd that her Being a demon or Evil Entity is just Taken for Granted despite her only action Within Judaic/Christian Texts alone was to receive that treatment was to just say "No, I won't Submit myself to you in Bed, if you wanna do it, we'll do it as Equals Side by Side!" (Then Adam went "But DAAAAAAD, she doesn't want to Choose to Subjugate herself to me! Make her!", and God Kinda went "Sorry Buddy, you're my Favorite and all and I'd like to help you, but all I can do is Ask her Nicely, Because I gave her free will just like I did you, except she's actually using it instead of being Blindly obedient..."). It feels like they Just Assumed that everyone would have the "Pop Culture" Knowledge of who she's meant to be without actually Including that information in the text... I know it's a thing in Archeology, where The Less is Written down about a Given Mythological Figure the more likely that it was just Common Knowledge that they figured they didn't Need to write it down because everybody already knew it, Like Kukulkan/Quetzalquatl in Mezoamerican Myths... But still!
    Also, as a note to the host in the video. I Like how when she Paraphrases Lilith's actions she's Doing it from the Modern Feminist Perspective of the story where Lilith is just Choosing to not be Taken down by a man (The Change in Speaking style and voice was also a nice touch)... It's Kinda Refreshing to hear it said that way in these kinds of Videos, Usually other Mythology Vids Go out of their way to REALLY Vilify Every little thing Lilith Does, even when she's Basically just Refusing to get "R Worded" (to be Clear, I like that she's doing it differently, and wit a bit of humor, the other dudes doing the vilification thing are also kinda needed for perspective on this Demonic Character)... The Level of Detail about Basically EVERY Version of the Character that we have access to was also nice, Many Vids like these will do a Resumed Unified Version of her stories that just kinda Pretends that everyone in history agreed to a singular Narrative for the character, Rather than presenting the various versions, This style is much more useful for the purposes of actually learning the Myhs! I also heard a few details about her Myths that I had never heard before here, and the small things can matter a lot when trying to make sense of ancient myths.

  • @Yoshiarunocho
    @Yoshiarunocho ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your content thats much more like you telling stories. Much more entertaining and engaging.

  • @fiercedondebruja8
    @fiercedondebruja8 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed your video. I particularly liked the last part, "BOOKS SAVE LIVES, SO KEEP READING"..🔥🔥🔥

  • @neksus4328
    @neksus4328 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Mesmerizing storytelling, Cinzia.Thank you.

  • @liymaf
    @liymaf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Lol my black cat's name is Lillith. I'm listening to this Halloween morning & she's just on the "laying an egg" looking so content, alert, yet peaceful since hearing her name from the speaker so many times. It's as if she's going,"*Relieved sigh* finally they're telling my story..let's see if they actually got it right this time.."😹😹😹 HAPPY HALLOWEEN Y'ALL!! 🖤🧡🖤🧡

  • @leecorrigan8394
    @leecorrigan8394 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "Yes the scratching is my cute puppy, not my lunch victim trying to crawl away" lol

  • @Elmnt5
    @Elmnt5 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just watched this superbly done video! Wow I am very impressed and became a new subscriber! Thank you!

  • @small.decisions
    @small.decisions 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your reading voice is fabulous!!!

  • @nkoumbaaurelia2275
    @nkoumbaaurelia2275 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I always admire Lilith, she is a strong woman who takes no bullshit from an insecure man!! And she choose to leave the Garden herself, she wasn't cast out of the garden, and some angels where even sent as messengers/mediator and asked her to go back with Adam (she refused for obvious reason!)

    • @nothereyetlost
      @nothereyetlost ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s FAR more than that. I believe she was the one true god, hence the demonizing

  • @BoxCorvidae
    @BoxCorvidae 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Lilith was one of the best books I ever read. It puts you in this dark surreal headspace that I only experienced with one other work, Phantastes, also by MacDonald.
    Loved this video, thank you for your channel!

    • @Grayyy__
      @Grayyy__ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who is the author?

  • @justinvermilyea7640
    @justinvermilyea7640 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you very cool qabbalisitic look at vampiress lady of the library 😃👋

  • @GabyGibson
    @GabyGibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Lilith is mentioned in The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe

  • @kimmycookie3
    @kimmycookie3 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    New here! Instant subscribe! Imma a witch and this definitely peaked my interest! Good Job!

  • @jrad9582
    @jrad9582 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am loving this series.

  • @SevenDeadlyTwins
    @SevenDeadlyTwins 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi I'm new to the channel and I had to come and say that your voice is amazing. Do you voice act?? Because I'm sure you'd be phenomenal at it! Voice acting or possibly reading books on audible? Very cool channel btw!

  • @CherryScout
    @CherryScout 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    "giving him nothing where he gave his whole" I was listening in the background and almost spat my drink out.

  • @napierice1958
    @napierice1958 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ok what kind of awesome sorcery I have managed to discover. IN LOVE WITH YOUR VOICE, CONTENT, AESTHETIC (there’s hope after all) ❤🤩

  • @4evergogo
    @4evergogo 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing job & so informative.
    very much love hearing you read as well! thank you

  • @KimberlyLetsGo
    @KimberlyLetsGo ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed this very much. So much info and info that I had never read or heard about before.

  • @daruphir
    @daruphir ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you think that maybe the androgynous (possible hermaphroditic) image of you mentioned could be an inversion or corruption of image of the Divine Angrodyme of ancient Alchemy at the end of the transmutative process?

  • @MedusaSkirtMemes
    @MedusaSkirtMemes 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    at 21:50 , I'm surprised you didn't bring up Lamia. At least to me, Lamia of ancient Greek mythology (a half-woman, half-snake who seduces men and kills babies, and who suffered a ton before taking her current form), better compares to that description of Lilith in Paradise Lost than Medusa or Scylla do to that description

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I’ve done a whole video on Lamia that’s why haha

  • @marie0912
    @marie0912 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It was such a great video, thank you for your work !

  • @pameladesuero527
    @pameladesuero527 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First video I saw last night and under 15 minutes I smash that subscribe button. So smart, so funny and so cute.

  • @Zugzug386
    @Zugzug386 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Very much enjoying your dark academia series, good lore and connections I was unaware of. Great presentation and love the pup as a guest star/interlude.

  • @whimsicalmusedesign
    @whimsicalmusedesign 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’m loving the dark history stories! These are so cool! I love to know where these amazing myths come from! I hope your day is sublime! ❤

  • @Hggdrhjfddg
    @Hggdrhjfddg 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hail Lillith! Thank you Queen Mother for your patience, kindness and compassion towards me. Thank you for always answering when i call for you. Thank you for always coming through for me.

  • @jemina1948
    @jemina1948 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your energy and way talk. Intelligence is drawn.❤

  • @andrewlicciardo7480
    @andrewlicciardo7480 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Channel & Excellent Work!
    😎👍

  • @winternight8813
    @winternight8813 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have over the years researched Lilith for various classes and projects and you still found and shared more than I knew! WOW! I loved this one. Nicely done!

  • @Strider_Shinryu
    @Strider_Shinryu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Love that. "Any intercourse with a demon.. however slight." I can imagine someone saying that today.. "Nah, babe, nothing happened between us, I promise! We just had a slight bit of intercourse!"

    • @CinziaDuBois
      @CinziaDuBois  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I wanted to make that joke in the video but I thought people would call me out for being too crude

    • @kreevisful
      @kreevisful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CinziaDuBois you mean *B A S E D* ?

    • @asmrtpop2676
      @asmrtpop2676 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I figured it was a jab at weirdos who think intercourse is only PIV 😂

  • @doriscarroll4093
    @doriscarroll4093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mrs.Lady library, Can u please do a video on Elizabeth bathory and Vlad the impaler?

  • @tripjones2178
    @tripjones2178 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thank you eternally.

  • @greendorkfish
    @greendorkfish 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wish you had a podcast, your voice is so soothing. Just love learning from you.

  • @joestephens2401
    @joestephens2401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I found this interesting. In another video on Lilith it stated that the greeks fashioned Athena after Lilith. I found this connection interesting.
    In the legend of Lilith could her children be snakes? It is said in a bargain Lilith makes: man is allowed to kill 100 of her children per day. This would make sense if they were snakes. Her children are also allowed to hunt newborns and small children. Both of which would pose a risk by snakes.
    What do you think about these possibilities?

  • @ethneclark7281
    @ethneclark7281 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this video, thank you for sharing!

  • @polymaths55
    @polymaths55 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does anybody know what happened to her philosophy books video?? I can't seem to find it anywhere!!

  • @fallionwater117
    @fallionwater117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lilith must have had a heck of a day-care bill come the end of the month... :)

  • @lifewithhollyt
    @lifewithhollyt ปีที่แล้ว

    My first video and a new subscriber! Thank you!

  • @gilbertoez1994
    @gilbertoez1994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Interesting and fascinating stories that wouldn't have known about we're not for your videos. So thank you.
    Also what a cute little puppy!!! Absolutely melted my heart hearing that little guy.

  • @yoeyyoey8937
    @yoeyyoey8937 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The world is dying into the winter solstice so keeping it spooky for a while is not a bad choice

  • @holyfreak86
    @holyfreak86 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Is funny that you're trying to tell a scary storie but your dog just keeps being lovely on camera🐶😅!

  • @Gabriel-sn6yg
    @Gabriel-sn6yg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    She wasn't Adam's first wife in the babylonian talmud... I went through every mention of Lilith in the babylonian talmud listed on wikipedia, and she was never Adam's wife.

  • @rachelle.h
    @rachelle.h 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, from London! Your hair looks fabulous 😊

  • @May-or-May-not
    @May-or-May-not 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this video! And I love the music.