In this thought-provoking episode of the Dragon Slaying Podcast, host Thomas E. Bittker is joined by biblical scholar and author Michael Dallen (The Rainbow Covenant) for a deep dive into two critical topics:1️⃣ The Crisis of Young Men in Modern Society – Why are so many young men struggling with purpose, mental health, and identity? Drawing from anthropology, history, and theology, Michael and Tom explore how traditional rites of passage, faith, and societal myths once provided structure—and what’s missing today.2️⃣ The Living Power of Biblical Stories – Is the Torah just ancient myth, or does it hold timeless truths? Michael breaks down the oral and written traditions of Scripture, the evidence of divine influence in history, and why Judaism’s emphasis on literacy, family, and covenant still matters in a secular world.From Bronze Age revelations to modern-day idolatry, from Margaret Mead’s insights to the dangers of supersessions, this conversation challenges listeners to reconsider the stories that shape us—and the roles we must reclaim.📖 Relevant Books:Dragon Slaying by Thomas BittkerThe Rainbow Covenant by Michael Dallen💬 Sponsor This Podcast: drtom.author@gmail.com🔔 Subscribe for more discussions on faith, history, and self-transformation!#Judaism #BibleStudy #YoungMen #MentalHealth #Faith #Torah #OldTestament #Myth #Anthropology #MargaretMead #Religion #History #Podcast #DragonSlaying #RainbowCovenant #Purpose #Identity #Culture #Scripture #OralTradition #Literacy #Spirituality #Secularism #Prophecy #Theology #JudeoChristian #Tradition #RitesOfPassage #Wisdom #Scholarship