The Meaning Of: Hansel & Gretel | EP 564
From Jordan B Peterson
In this narrative analysis, Dr. Jordan B. Peterson breaks down the Grimm Brothers’ “Hansel and Gretel,” revealing the psychological and symbolic dimensions hidden within the classic tale. From the selfishness of weak fathers and malevolent stepmothers to the false promises of hyper-solicitous care, Peterson explores how the abandonment of children into the unknown mirrors moral failure at home—and how faith, courage, and sibling love can redeem it. With echoes of biblical stories and and all ...
Mentioned in This Episode
- Pinocchio (book)
- Brothers Grimm (person)
- Jordan Peterson (person)
- Israel (location)
- Grimm Brothers (person)
- Snow White (book)
- The Lion King (book)
- Peter Pan (book)
- Hansel and Gretel (book)
- Elijah (person)
- Jezebel (person)
- Israelite nation (location)
- Shopify (sponsor)
- Trust and Will (sponsor)
- Preborn (sponsor)
- Hallow (sponsor)
- Carl Jung (person)
- St. Ignatius (person)
- Father Timothy Gallagher (person)
- UK (location)