Walter and Amy discuss the 6th stage of Joan's heroic journey in which she makes allies, faces challenges, and outwits her enemies. The Paladin entertains the crowd at the tavern and is chosen by Joan for her staff. Walter shares the decisive moment in his friendship with Joan which led to a radical life commitment.
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Show Guide
01:22 Joan of Arc Pilgrimage
02:56 Enchanting Moments
09:09 Review of Reflective Questions from previous episode
12:46 Jordan Peterson and the "Edge of Chaos"
13:34 6th Stage of the Hero's Journey: "Tests, Allies, and Enemies"
15:25 Recap of Joan's story until now
17:42 Preparing to meet the Dauphin Charles VII
22:35 Joan sees through the Dauphin's trick
25:30 Joan identifies the real Dauphin
26:46 Joan reveals the Dauphin's secret
31:23 Joan meets the Duke of Alencon
33:14 Prudent vs. malicious skepticism
34:43 Twain's story of the Paladin at the tavern
39:30 Charles VII sends Joan to Poitiers for examination
45:02 Joan finds the sword of St. Catherine
46:16 Joan's standard (flag)
47:42 Joan is appointed the Supreme Commander of the French Army
50:07 The quote that changed Walter's life
52:35 Reflective Questions
54:36 Joan as an icon pointing us to Christ
56:06 Homework
57:05 "Everyone Sang" by Siegfried Sassoon
Resources
Jordan Peterson and the "Edge of Chaos"
"Everyone Sang" by Siegfried Sassoon
Reading Assignment
This episode: "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc" by Mark Twain, Bk 2: Ch. 6-10
Next episode: "Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc" by Mark Twain, Bk 2: Ch. 11-20
Reflective Questions
Walter
Have you ever been given a position of honor or responsibility that ennobled you? Describe how that made you feel and the impact it had on your life.
Amy
Have you ever felt outnumbered by your opposition? Describe this experience and how you responded.
Poem
"Everyone Sang" by Siegfried Sassoon
Cover Art: "Her Appeal to the Dauphin" (Joan of Arc series II) by Louis Maurice Boutet de Monvel
Joan of Arc's Allies and Enemies