Ancient Humans | Becoming ourselves (Neolithic) - Part 1
Document Type
Podcast
Abstract
Interviewed in October 2022 for planned podcast episode on human prehistory. The episode was finally released on 19 June, 2025
From the earliest bipedal ancestors to the dawn of spiritual awareness, we delve into the archaeological, anthropological, and theological questions surrounding our shared past. Join us over two episodes as we uncover the blurred lines between ancient hominins and modern humans, and ponder the moments that shaped our anatomy, behavior, and spirit.
Building on our journey through the Paleolithic, this second episode explores the profound spiritual developments that occurred as Homo sapiens became the sole surviving species in our genus. We seek to understand the emergence of uniquely human spiritual tendencies and our ongoing relationship with the Divine with some stops at ancient sites in Orkney, Scotland and the American Southwest, to examine the rise of symbolic thought, the earliest cave paintings, and the beginnings of agriculture in the Neolithic period. These sacred landscapes offer tangible glimpses into the spiritual lives of our ancient ancestors.
Publication Date
6-19-2025
Creative Commons License
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Recommended Citation
Rohl, Darrell, "Ancient Humans | Becoming ourselves (Neolithic) - Part 1" (2025). University Faculty Publications and Creative Works. 963.
https://digitalcommons.calvin.edu/calvin_facultypubs/963