THE BIRTH AND EARLY EXPLOITS OF HERMES - HERMES' CONFESSION A tale told from Hermes and Maia, the mother of Hermes, of how he came to be. This tricky god got up to a lot of mischief in his first few days of life, including upsetting the greek god Apollo. This video details the twisting tale of his birth and his roles in the pantheon of olympic gods. Living Mythology is an attempt to entertain, relax and educate all in the one place. We are trying to forge narratives so that people can experience the religions and mythologies of the world as they were meant to be. Not as dry academic monoliths, but as living breathing tales and parables as experienced by the peoples who worshipped these beings, in an attempt to make sense of their own lives and the world around them. This channel is in its infancy, so we hope to improve and develop it as we gain more experience. All of the tales are taken from very conflicting traditions across many centuries, so there will be many a moment when decisions need to be made to create a more cohesive narrative. If we present something that seems to be in contrast to details, rest assured we have researched many forms of the traditions and come to the conclusions we have done to form the videos. There will NEVER be total agreement on any of these narratives due to the history and differing ways they developed over the centuries. These videos are for entertainment and an easy gateway to the subject. If you wish more academic details then please direct your attention to the wide source material and others who perform those types of academic video essays. Created, Narrated and Edited by Lightbringer Narrated by Baldermort PATREON: patreon.com/user?u=83558783 TWITTER: twitter.com/LivinMythology FACEBOOK: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085269303611 INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/livingmythologyactual/ TIKTOK: www.tiktok.com/@livingmythology
I had a smile on my face for the entire duration of this video. It reminded me so much of how I was when I was a young child and all the mischief and trouble I got myself into. The response from Zeus was what I imagine any parent has when hearing of the devious exploits of their children, slightly disappointed, and yet proud of their ingenuity. My own parents were the same way. This captures what it is to be a young boy so well. Hermes is restless, bored, easily entertained, and a bit of a troublemaker. His antics make his mother worry and fret to the point of explosive anger, and yet she just wants him to be healthy and strong. Keep up the wonderful work, Sir Baldermort and Lady Lightbringer. 🤠
To remind people of their own lives and families, a delight and a wonder! Thank you for sharing Zachariah, and I'm so glad that the stories portrayed the right things. Curiosity of a child, the worry of a mother and how complicated families can be! Thank you for watching and enjoying our videos and sharing your wonderful thoughts! - Lightbringer
I think this has become my fav story. *Hermes 4 minutes old* I’ve waited long enough enough, times to stir some stuff up 😂 Hermes is bringing all the cows to the yard I laughed so many times during this video but I think my fav part was Apollo accusing Hermes and Hermes being like ‘Dude I’m a baby I couldn’t possibly’ 😂😂😂😂😂
He is pretty funny! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the latest episode!!! Thank you for watching and commenting again, your continued support is always appreciated! - Lightbringer
That was a great change of pace. From Gaia to Zeus to Hera, the story has been building. Then, out of nowhere comes a cunning baby and his mom up all night worried sick. Lying to the God of ethe Universe....against his brother. Epic brother madness. Lore coming alive, is being accomplished. Baldy and Light, you are fantastic as always.
I have listened to many of these stories now and the more I listen the more I realize that I am not listening to the stories of gods, but, the story of me, the story of you, the story of all of us. The story of everything that we can be, the good and the bad.
That's the real truth, stories are often about all of us. Humanity, all the good and all the bad, but isn't it incredible? Oh to be alive! - Lightbringer
Love the work you are doing! The stories are amazing! The really put a new twist on the history/mythology of these characters. Visuals always well done as always! Keep it up! Blessings of the gods upon you!
Thank you so much James! We appreciate it so much and it makes all the hard work worth it! Thank you for your continued support and enjoyment in our work - Lightbringer
This is a very good one.. I was attacked by the giggle monster... I hate monsters yet I don't mind when that one attacks from the empty void... Bravo, Bravo, Bravo... I look forward with bated breath for your next rendition of Living Mythology... I have shared you on the platforms I'm on.. True that's like 2 but I don't use the computer for more then research, video's, and games these days... Keep doing what you enjoy and we both will be happy... LOL 😸😸😸
Thank you, thank you, thank you! It really does mean a lot to us that you liked the video so much and support our channel! Myths are full of action and violence, but also fun and giggles! We are so happy to share in the joy of it! Thank you so much for watching, sharing and commenting! Best of all, we made you laugh! And that's all one can wish! :) - Lightbringer
As always, you have made a masterpiece Baldermort and Lightbringer! I can't believe I missed it when you posted it--I usually have you at the top of my notifications, haha. Can't wait for the next one!
Always a delight to see you in the comments again my friend! And thank you, It's good to hear you're enjoying our new videos as much as the old! - Lightbringer
I Have Read the stories since I was a little kid I am now 44 years old these are without a doubt my favorite renditions fantastic storytelling flawless performance truly bringing to life these tails of our ancestors I can't wait to they do more
Thank you for watching! They are quite silly sometimes! Life and stories should always have a little silliness to ease the weight of the world - Lightbringer
"...staring at the instrument, he asked me, how I could have created such beauty" "...sand about the first God, chaos...the triumph of the Olympians..." "...for this cave, was soon going to be a prison for the both of us" "...I knew, Apollo was no fool and I awaited his arrival" My favorite parts
Again, you've done it. I've turned some of your vids into audio files, put them on my phone and listen to them on my bike rides. The wiring is quite descriptive which makes for easy visualisation. I too am a descriptive writer and appreciate well-placed words that paint vivid pictures.The vocal delivery is no less brilliant. Again, bravo.
Wow, thanks! We do love to describe - painting pictures with words is such a joy! I'm sure you know the feeling as a fellow writer ! And thank you again for watching and commenting! - Lightbringer
I cannot wait any longer for more videos 😒. Why does it take so long to upload. I so love your stories I come everyday to rewatch. Please we want more😢
Unforseen circumstances pushed the released of this video, for life still affects us all! But good work still takes time. Thank you for watching and enjoying our work habeeb - we appreciate it a lot! - Lightbringer
Hi, Im such a great fan of your channel As the only channel I know, to explain greek mythology so lively. We would be so greatful if you made a video about Athena
As always thank you, thank you, thank you. How you always never disappoint me. Your stories are always enlighten me and entertain me. Keep up the excellent work and I’m on pins and needles for the next adventure. An advise…….what do you say about the origin of the Amazons? Just a thought.
Thank you for watching and commenting Michael! We're happy to hear you liked the latest video as mych as the rest - and what an interesting thought indeed! I shall keep it in mind! - Lightbringer
Can you please do something for Mnemosyne Greek Titaness of Memory. I have an altar of her in my room and would be honored to see something about her on your channel.
Currently its just two of us, writing, acting and editing it all! So not currently haha - as we're nowhere near big enough to hire others! - Lightbringer
Within a month we shall be moving on to start other mythologies. We were just getting our feet wet. Next up is likely to be the Aesir and Vanir and all their escapades. But we do need to finish the Gigantomachy first. So not long, but not immediately. - baldermort
last time i hugged Atlas he was holding the sky with the right hand and as i held the sky for a brief moment he hugged me too, i held it with the left, a hat covering one eye
Because the left is Hermes as a child, the right is Apollo - in this Tale - Hermes steals the cattle of Apollo ! I hope this makes more sense now! - Lightbringer
The writers? We write it all as a duo. Its a team of two. That's it. We do everything. We are looking at art. See what we can do if we ever get bigger.
This one made me cringe, but pushed self to listen to it’s entirety. A child who kills an animal due to lack of self control to weld an instrument to seduce and steal cattle that is not his? If that’s not a sociopath headed into the realm of psychopath, I don’t know what is…
Old myths can be pretty wild! Interesting to see how attitudes towards different things change ! Sorry it was 'cringe' but we follow the old tales so we don't get much say in what happens haha - Hope you enjoyed anyway! - Lightbringer
Ouch - Yes the images are Ai generated - but the stories, and our acting is all real - Every other part is man-made - I understand if you don't like the Ai art, but to call it all AI slop is jus false and incorrect - Lightbringer
THE BIRTH AND EARLY EXPLOITS OF HERMES - HERMES' CONFESSION
A tale told from Hermes and Maia, the mother of Hermes, of how he came to be. This tricky god got up to a lot of mischief in his first few days of life, including upsetting the greek god Apollo. This video details the twisting tale of his birth and his roles in the pantheon of olympic gods.
Living Mythology is an attempt to entertain, relax and educate all in the one place. We are trying to forge narratives so that people can experience the religions and mythologies of the world as they were meant to be. Not as dry academic monoliths, but as living breathing tales and parables as experienced by the peoples who worshipped these beings, in an attempt to make sense of their own lives and the world around them.
This channel is in its infancy, so we hope to improve and develop it as we gain more experience.
All of the tales are taken from very conflicting traditions across many centuries, so there will be many a moment when decisions need to be made to create a more cohesive narrative. If we present something that seems to be in contrast to details, rest assured we have researched many forms of the traditions and come to the conclusions we have done to form the videos.
There will NEVER be total agreement on any of these narratives due to the history and differing ways they developed over the centuries.
These videos are for entertainment and an easy gateway to the subject. If you wish more academic details then please direct your attention to the wide source material and others who perform those types of academic video essays.
Created, Narrated and Edited by Lightbringer
Narrated by Baldermort
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When will you guys do Norse mythology? I think it would be incredible.
@@Iacobus-Magnus In the near future we hope! But it is on the plan for future endeavours whenever they may be!
I had a smile on my face for the entire duration of this video. It reminded me so much of how I was when I was a young child and all the mischief and trouble I got myself into. The response from Zeus was what I imagine any parent has when hearing of the devious exploits of their children, slightly disappointed, and yet proud of their ingenuity. My own parents were the same way. This captures what it is to be a young boy so well. Hermes is restless, bored, easily entertained, and a bit of a troublemaker. His antics make his mother worry and fret to the point of explosive anger, and yet she just wants him to be healthy and strong. Keep up the wonderful work, Sir Baldermort and Lady Lightbringer. 🤠
To remind people of their own lives and families, a delight and a wonder! Thank you for sharing Zachariah, and I'm so glad that the stories portrayed the right things. Curiosity of a child, the worry of a mother and how complicated families can be! Thank you for watching and enjoying our videos and sharing your wonderful thoughts!
- Lightbringer
I wish I had that much self confidence that I could commit hubris against the god of mischief 😂
I think this has become my fav story.
*Hermes 4 minutes old*
I’ve waited long enough enough, times to stir some stuff up 😂
Hermes is bringing all the cows to the yard
I laughed so many times during this video but I think my fav part was Apollo accusing Hermes and Hermes being like
‘Dude I’m a baby I couldn’t possibly’ 😂😂😂😂😂
Both of you are great story tellers❤❤❤
Thank you so much! And thank you for watching!
- Lightbringer
That was Phenomenal, Hermes is such a little sh*t I can't help but find the shenanigans he pulls off funny.
Excellent Job, keep it up.
He is pretty funny! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the latest episode!!! Thank you for watching and commenting again, your continued support is always appreciated!
- Lightbringer
That was a great change of pace. From Gaia to Zeus to Hera, the story has been building. Then, out of nowhere comes a cunning baby and his mom up all night worried sick. Lying to the God of ethe Universe....against his brother. Epic brother madness.
Lore coming alive, is being accomplished.
Baldy and Light, you are fantastic as always.
Thank you for your comments and for watching!
- Lightbringer
Thank you Lightbringer and Baldermort for another amazing piece of mythology brought to life!
And thank you for your continued support and enjoyment of our videos ! We truly appreciate it Bohdan Bilas
- Lightbringer
⚕️Thanks be to Hermes. Also, to Lightbringer and Baldermort for this magnificent video.
And thanks be to you, for watching and commenting! Thank you and good to see you donald!
- Lightbringre
Thank you , LM .
🐺
Thank you L,C!
- Lightbringer
@@livingmythology1405 Thank you , Lightbringer , oh and Baldy .
🐺
Hermes really said you can’t hurt me I’m a baby.
He's literally a minor 😂
- Lightbringer
I have listened to many of these stories now and the more I listen the more I realize that I am not listening to the stories of gods, but, the story of me, the story of you, the story of all of us. The story of everything that we can be, the good and the bad.
That's the real truth, stories are often about all of us.
Humanity, all the good and all the bad, but isn't it incredible?
Oh to be alive!
- Lightbringer
Love the work you are doing! The stories are amazing! The really put a new twist on the history/mythology of these characters. Visuals always well done as always! Keep it up! Blessings of the gods upon you!
Thank you so much James! We appreciate it so much and it makes all the hard work worth it! Thank you for your continued support and enjoyment in our work
- Lightbringer
Maia; "Hermes, where were you!?!"
Hermes; ". . . Out."
😂😂😂😂😂
This is a very good one.. I was attacked by the giggle monster... I hate monsters yet I don't mind when that one attacks from the empty void... Bravo, Bravo, Bravo... I look forward with bated breath for your next rendition of Living Mythology... I have shared you on the platforms I'm on.. True that's like 2 but I don't use the computer for more then research, video's, and games these days... Keep doing what you enjoy and we both will be happy... LOL 😸😸😸
Thank you, thank you, thank you! It really does mean a lot to us that you liked the video so much and support our channel! Myths are full of action and violence, but also fun and giggles!
We are so happy to share in the joy of it! Thank you so much for watching, sharing and commenting! Best of all, we made you laugh! And that's all one can wish! :)
- Lightbringer
Pint size thief but great musician 😊 love this story thank you
Thank you for your contribution to Human History
Thank you for watching !
- Lightbringer
Divine blessing Absolute ❤
As always, you have made a masterpiece Baldermort and Lightbringer! I can't believe I missed it when you posted it--I usually have you at the top of my notifications, haha. Can't wait for the next one!
Always a delight to see you in the comments again my friend! And thank you, It's good to hear you're enjoying our new videos as much as the old!
- Lightbringer
I Have Read the stories since I was a little kid I am now 44 years old these are without a doubt my favorite renditions fantastic storytelling flawless performance truly bringing to life these tails of our ancestors I can't wait to they do more
What high praise ! We thank you kindly - we love ancient myths and are so happy to hear you enjoy our stories !
- Lightbringer
Crazy stuff! Such a family! Thank you!
Crazy indeed! We hope you enjoyed and thank you for your continued support Ben !
- Lightbringer
Y'all continue to be top tier. Your video drops are the highlight of my week. ❤
Thank you so much! We do our best to make good videos, it means a lot to hear we're a highlight in a week !
_ Lightbringer
Thank you for highlighting the silly amidst all the drama and weighty narrative.
Thank you for watching! They are quite silly sometimes! Life and stories should always have a little silliness to ease the weight of the world
- Lightbringer
Great story and voice acting from both masters of the word.
Thank you so so much for watching ! And we're so glad you liked this video!!
- Lightbringer
"...staring at the instrument, he asked me, how I could have created such beauty"
"...sand about the first God, chaos...the triumph of the Olympians..."
"...for this cave, was soon going to be a prison for the both of us"
"...I knew, Apollo was no fool and I awaited his arrival"
My favorite parts
I'm so happy that you you're back...🎉🎉
Thank you, so are we!
- Lightbringer
Thanks as always for your excellent work and time. As always greetings from Kilkenny, R.O.I 🇮🇪
Thank you for watching again Robert! And we send our own greeting back to you in Kilkenny, R.O.I 🇮🇪
- Lightbringer
This is great! Thumb up from me 👍
Thank you for watching!
-Lightbringer
Fun story! I think Hermes is my new favorite of this pantheon! Thanks!
He's quite the cheeky chap! So fun to research the hilarious tale of his birth! Thank you for watching !
- Lightbringer
Thank you for these videos.
Thank you for watching again! Your continued support means the world!
- Lightbringer
Another home run!!!! Great video!
Thank you so much!
- Lightbringer
I love this channel
Thank you! :)
- Lightbringer
Again, you've done it. I've turned some of your vids into audio files, put them on my phone and listen to them on my bike rides. The wiring is quite descriptive which makes for easy visualisation. I too am a descriptive writer and appreciate well-placed words that paint vivid pictures.The vocal delivery is no less brilliant. Again, bravo.
Wow, thanks! We do love to describe - painting pictures with words is such a joy! I'm sure you know the feeling as a fellow writer !
And thank you again for watching and commenting!
- Lightbringer
I cannot wait any longer for more videos 😒. Why does it take so long to upload. I so love your stories I come everyday to rewatch. Please we want more😢
Unforseen circumstances pushed the released of this video, for life still affects us all!
But good work still takes time. Thank you for watching and enjoying our work habeeb - we appreciate it a lot!
- Lightbringer
Love it
you guys are one big story tellers my friends! more of this please, thanks youuuuuu
Hi, Im such a great fan of your channel
As the only channel I know, to explain greek mythology so lively.
We would be so greatful if you made a video about Athena
Fantastic work!
Thank you!
- Lightbringer
As always thank you, thank you, thank you. How you always never disappoint me. Your stories are always enlighten me and entertain me. Keep up the excellent work and I’m on pins and needles for the next adventure. An advise…….what do you say about the origin of the Amazons? Just a thought.
Thank you for watching and commenting Michael! We're happy to hear you liked the latest video as mych as the rest - and what an interesting thought indeed! I shall keep it in mind!
- Lightbringer
28:44 I *LOVE* how Hermes looks rather blasé over Apollo's tempest in a teapot ❣️
🏹🎀🙇🏼♀️🙏😁⚡️⛈🫖⚡️👏🥰
Bravo❣️👏🤣🙏🥰
Can you please do something for Mnemosyne Greek Titaness of Memory. I have an altar of her in my room and would be honored to see something about her on your channel.
Thanks!
Wow thank you so so much!
- Lightbringer
Please work on Zeus an Typhoon.. pretty please 🙏 I was looking for it after watching the titanomachy but it seems the video hasn't been done yet.
Awesome job ❤
Thank you!
thks for your work
It's wonderful. One suggestion I have is cowherd instead of shepherd.
Great suggestion!
I wonder if this channel would add more voice actors?
Currently its just two of us, writing, acting and editing it all! So not currently haha - as we're nowhere near big enough to hire others!
- Lightbringer
Beautiful 💫
Thank you! 😊
- Lightbringer
You are both amazing storytellers! Will you be doing Germanic mythology at some point, or are you solely Greek?
Within a month we shall be moving on to start other mythologies. We were just getting our feet wet. Next up is likely to be the Aesir and Vanir and all their escapades. But we do need to finish the Gigantomachy first. So not long, but not immediately.
- baldermort
5:43 ⚡️💡⚡️Terrapin Station!
Yo that art is sick! Where did you find it/who is the artist? 19:06
Hail Hermes!
Absolute ❤
Noice 👍
last time i hugged Atlas he was holding the sky with the right hand and as i held the sky for a brief moment he hugged me too, i held it with the left, a hat covering one eye
4:25 Hermes Churchill
🏹🎀🙇🏼♀️🙏🥰🌳🪺🕊📯🏵🦄🥨🐍
That is a deep voice for a baby. Can only imagine how he sounds as an adult.
😂😂😂
Why does the graphic look like it's apollo?
Because the left is Hermes as a child, the right is Apollo - in this Tale - Hermes steals the cattle of Apollo !
I hope this makes more sense now!
- Lightbringer
@@livingmythology1405
No I know that Apollo is another -us.
-torch bearer
Great video look forward to more or your content :)
Thank you so much !
- Lightbringer
I tried to steel a mere cat from a zoo when I was a baby ,my mum was horrified I held it under my arm lol ❤
Thank you, oh crafty shepherd of the divine herd! 🫴
7:21 are they supposed to be wolves?
Couldn’t find any scary looking guard dogs - so thought serious wolves would work better than a goofy looking puppy haha
- Lightbringer
@@livingmythology1405 ok
Luke : dad why did you left me . Hermes : for the milk
I’m a very proud Great Great Grandfather of Hermès.
Hi ❤ you’ll love the new stories Grandfather 😊
Let us also honor the illustrators and the writers
The writers? We write it all as a duo. Its a team of two. That's it. We do everything. We are looking at art. See what we can do if we ever get bigger.
Why do ALL the pics in ur videos deplct the gods as having fair, white skin?
The GREEK skin has a much darker pigment.
Very fair point - I shall work on this !
Many apologise, and I shall improve !
- Lightbringer
I need to know what this magnificently mischievous shit did to batos!? 🙏
How did Hermes repay the old man?
Hail Hermes
🟢
Hermes's weapons are Axe and Stone.
Hermes grew up so fast 😂😂 pun intended
kinda makes you wonder how old the phrase "what were ya, born yesterday?" really is 😏👉
😂😂😂
sup?
Apollo, as soon as he sees what Hermes did.
Ive returned to lead the cattle out of slavery ❤
Umm the herd being the people ❤
Hermes should calm down some weekends ay brah!
😂😂❤❤❤❤
And I will continue to lead the herds out of bondage, within the slavery of their minds ❤ and return the riches of which has been stolen
🙏🫴
Hermes knows how to make some time for fun
I don't recon the man ever drank. Or liked it.
This one made me cringe, but pushed self to listen to it’s entirety. A child who kills an animal due to lack of self control to weld an instrument to seduce and steal cattle that is not his? If that’s not a sociopath headed into the realm of psychopath, I don’t know what is…
Old myths can be pretty wild! Interesting to see how attitudes towards different things change !
Sorry it was 'cringe' but we follow the old tales so we don't get much say in what happens haha -
Hope you enjoyed anyway!
- Lightbringer
God and GOOD 1.god.like.2.god like
2 time.z=G.12.D.i.b.13.
When A.5.dus this he is 7
Wonder what is 8.
I'm asking d yu people luv your wives?
AI slop
Ouch - Yes the images are Ai generated - but the stories, and our acting is all real - Every other part is man-made - I understand if you don't like the Ai art, but to call it all AI slop is jus false and incorrect
- Lightbringer