WEBVTT 00:00.000 --> 00:05.820 Buddy buckle up because today we are diving headfirst into the world of Marty Leeds and 00:05.820 --> 00:06.700 his Gnostic Church. 00:07.020 --> 00:09.180 And let me tell you, this one's a real headscratcher, folks. 00:09.360 --> 00:13.200 We're talking about a website that's like a digital flea market of spirituality. 00:13.440 --> 00:19.120 You've got your handcrafted Rosaries right alongside a 2023 hard drive. 00:19.360 --> 00:23.180 And that's not even mentioning the music, the books, even a children's book. 00:23.420 --> 00:24.560 It's a wild mix. 00:24.620 --> 00:28.560 And honestly, it leaves you wondering what exactly Marty Leeds is trying to achieve 00:28.560 --> 00:29.360 with this whole thing. 00:29.360 --> 00:33.240 And then, there's the mention of these Sunday services streamed live on YouTube. 00:33.620 --> 00:35.720 It definitely adds a whole other layer to the mystery, right? 00:35.760 --> 00:36.280 It really does. 00:36.480 --> 00:40.340 It's this fascinating blend of the traditional and the digital age. 00:40.380 --> 00:43.780 Almost like he's trying to bottle that old world mystical charm and 00:43.780 --> 00:45.000 bring it to the internet age. 00:45.340 --> 00:45.780 Exactly. 00:46.400 --> 00:47.500 And you know what else caught my eye? 00:48.020 --> 00:50.760 It's that gematria calculator on his website. 00:51.440 --> 00:53.340 Not your everyday church website feature. 00:53.740 --> 00:54.660 You can say that again. 00:54.860 --> 00:56.500 It definitely peaks your curiosity. 00:57.140 --> 00:59.080 For those who might not be familiar with gematria, 00:59.080 --> 01:03.860 it's this system where you assign numerical values to letters to uncover 01:03.860 --> 01:05.180 hidden meanings in text. 01:05.340 --> 01:09.920 It's like a secret code often associated with mystical traditions and esoteric knowledge. 01:10.260 --> 01:12.440 See, I knew you'd be the perfect person to have on this deep dive. 01:12.540 --> 01:15.120 So we've got this gematria calculator, which screams mystery. 01:15.460 --> 01:17.660 And then you've got the whole Gnostic identity of his church, 01:17.660 --> 01:20.800 which kind of adds another layer of intrigue, wouldn't you say? 01:21.160 --> 01:21.540 Absolutely. 01:23.220 --> 01:27.180 Gnosticism, unlike traditional Christianity, really emphasizes 01:27.180 --> 01:28.860 personal spiritual knowledge. 01:29.040 --> 01:33.000 It's all about seeking those hidden truths and deeper wisdom. 01:33.640 --> 01:36.160 So when you put that together with something like a gematria calculator, 01:36.360 --> 01:40.860 it's like he's giving his followers a key to unlock even more layers 01:40.860 --> 01:42.140 within their belief system. 01:42.380 --> 01:43.700 It's like a digital age mystery school. 01:44.080 --> 01:46.860 He's blending these ancient practices with technology. 01:47.300 --> 01:49.120 Have you ever come across anything quite like it? 01:49.280 --> 01:52.000 I can't say I have, but it's certainly a unique approach. 01:52.020 --> 01:53.900 You know, it makes you think about all the different ways 01:53.900 --> 01:56.420 people are experiencing spirituality in this day and age. 01:56.420 --> 01:58.960 And let's not forget those live streamed Sunday services 01:58.960 --> 01:59.860 we touched on earlier. 02:00.400 --> 02:01.940 That has to play a part in all of this, right? 02:02.240 --> 02:02.880 Oh, absolutely. 02:03.180 --> 02:05.500 That's where the whole community aspect comes into play. 02:05.640 --> 02:07.480 It's not just about individual exploration. 02:07.680 --> 02:10.020 It's about shared experiences and discussions. 02:10.560 --> 02:12.340 And the fact that it's happening online 02:12.340 --> 02:14.720 means it can reach people all over the world. 02:15.420 --> 02:16.460 That's pretty powerful. 02:16.860 --> 02:18.440 Right. And it's like, what kind of conversations 02:18.440 --> 02:20.780 are happening in this digital space he's created? 02:21.120 --> 02:23.520 It's like a whole other world hidden in plain sight. 02:23.740 --> 02:25.840 And the language he uses, it's something else. 02:25.840 --> 02:27.140 It can be quite colorful. 02:27.280 --> 02:28.240 That's one way to put it. 02:28.700 --> 02:30.180 So with all that we've learned, 02:30.520 --> 02:32.040 where do you think this is all headed? 02:32.420 --> 02:35.020 Well, it's hard to say for sure, 02:35.120 --> 02:37.660 but I think what Marty Leeds is doing is really interesting. 02:37.820 --> 02:40.100 He's taking these ancient ideas 02:40.100 --> 02:42.540 and trying to make them relevant to a modern audience. 02:42.760 --> 02:44.200 Whether or not he's successful, 02:44.420 --> 02:46.200 well, that's for each individual to decide. 02:46.520 --> 02:49.760 I like that. It's all about personal interpretation and exploration. 02:50.520 --> 02:52.960 That feels very Gnostic in a way, doesn't it? 02:53.180 --> 02:54.980 It's that search for knowledge and understanding. 02:54.980 --> 02:58.680 Absolutely. It's about asking questions and finding your own truth, 02:58.760 --> 03:02.300 which when you think about it is a pretty powerful message even today. 03:02.460 --> 03:04.280 You know what? That's the beauty of these deep dives. 03:04.500 --> 03:07.800 They get the wheels turning and leave you with more questions than answers. 03:08.480 --> 03:10.240 But hey, that's what it's all about, right? 03:10.720 --> 03:12.780 Always learning, always exploring. 03:13.500 --> 03:16.600 And in this case, there's a whole lot to unpack. 03:16.940 --> 03:19.380 So for anyone listening, if you're curious about Gnosticism, 03:19.760 --> 03:22.960 ancient mysteries, or just want to see what Marty Leeds is all about, 03:22.960 --> 03:25.280 I definitely encourage you to check out his website 03:25.280 --> 03:27.880 and maybe even tune in to one of those Sunday services. 03:28.060 --> 03:29.820 You never know what you might discover, right? 03:30.640 --> 03:32.080 And that's all the time we have for today. 03:32.280 --> 03:33.340 See you all next time.