# #144: Mystery Babylon Revisited Pt. 2: The Sun of God | The Lion King Decoded

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Published: 2026-08-05T10:00:03+00:00
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Yes, those ads are annoying, but it helps support the show! For Early Access, Ad-Free video episodes become a member on Spotify , YouTube or Join Patreon ! The Mystery Babylon Revisited series continues as we dive into one of Bill Cooper’s most memorable lectures: “The Sun of God.” Staying true to Cooper’s original thesis while expanding it with additional historical context and modern analysis, this episode explores the symbolism of the sun throughout religion, mythology, monarchy, and popular culture. We begin by revisiting Cooper’s famous breakdown of Disney’s The Lion King, examining the film through the lens of comparative mythology and symbolic storytelling. From the “circle of life” to the imagery of kingship, light, sacrifice, and celestial order, we explore why Cooper believed these themes reflected much older religious and esoteric traditions. Whether intentional or archetypal, we unpack the symbols that have fueled decades of discussion among researchers.From there, we transition into the heart of Cooper’s “Sun of God” lecture, exploring the historical role of solar worship in ancient civilizations including Egypt, Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome. We examine how the sun became associated with kingship, divine authority, calendars, astrology, and mystery religions, and why solar symbolism appears across so many cultures throughout history. The episode also explores the relationship between ancient mystery schools, astronomical symbolism, sacred architecture, zodiac imagery, seasonal festivals, and the transmission of religious symbolism into later philosophical and political traditions. Along the way, we compare Cooper’s interpretations with historical scholarship, discussing where symbolism, comparative mythology, and historical evidence intersect—and wher…

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