THE MYTHOLOGY OF SUPERNATURAL: THE SIGNS AND SYMBOLS BEHIND THE POPULAR TV SHOW deciphers many of the myths, religious practices, and beliefs on the show. The show, starring Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles, follows two boys who hunt down demons and other supernatural entities in order to avenge the death of their parents. The Winchester brother's mother was killed by a demon, and their father sacrificed his soul in order to save Dean's life. THE MYTHOLOGY OF SUPERNATURAL: THE SIGNS AND SYMBOLS BEHIND THE POPULAR TV SHOW carefully analyzes various aspects of the show and explains how many parts of the series were drawn from biblical texts and popular mythology from around the world.

While Nathan Robert Brown did an excellent job at exploring the possible inspirations for characters on the show, the book offers plenty of other fascinating information readers will find interesting. Holy water is regular subject on a show that battles demons. Readers will find the discussion on the various types of holy water interesting. The author even included a prayer in English and Latin for blessing your own water.

The book also features a chapter on demonology. The author digs into the history of the first mention of a demon, which he traces to the Prophet Zoroaster. The author explores different types of demons written about throughout history, ranging from Pre-Christian prophets to Vedic mythology. However the book also admits when the show distorted the facts for entertainment's sake, such as with the show's demon, Samhain, which is not actually a demon but a word used by the Celts to signal the end of summer.

A book based on a show about demons must include a lengthy discussion about Lucifer and Satan's fall from grace. The author also discusses the different demons who serve him. The different demons are differentiated by eye color. A discussion about Azazel, a yellow-eyed demon on the show explores the mention of a demon named Azazel in the book of Enoch. Azazel was originally an angel who watched over mankind.

Since angels are also regulars on the show, the book devotes a chapter to explaining the different hierarchy of angels, including simple angelic beings and the Archangels. During the chapter on angels, the author tackles internet rumors surrounding Castiel, the show's popular being of light. Nathan Robert Brown dismisses any rumor attempting to link Castiel to an angel who is considered the angel of Thursday, ironically the day the show is aired.

The book ends with the Apocalypse and what readers might expect if it were to happen during our lifetime. The author draws information from biblical texts and explores events following the arrival of the four horsemen. The author devotes special attention to the seven archangels and the seven trumpets. Nathan Robert Brown draws a grim, but accurate portrait of what humans will experience when the long dreaded Apocalypse finally transpires.

Fans of Supernatural will love the decoding of some of the show's most talked about and controversial subjects. Nathan Robert Brown puts an end to inaccurate internet rumors and sets the record straight on many aspects of the show. Even if you have never watched Supernatural, THE MYTHOLOGY OF SUPERNATURAL: THE SIGNS AND SYMBOLS BEHIND THE POPULAR TV SHOW will appeal to anyone interested in the supernatural.

Book Summary

A look into the paranormal legends and lore features on the hit television show Supernatural. From angels to demons, The Mythology of Supernatural explores the religious roots and the ancient folklore of the otherworldly entities that brothers Sam and Dean Winchester face on the hit television show Supernatural-and that have inhabited the shadows of human imagination across countless cultures and centuries.