Episode 11: Mandaeism, or How to Keep the River in the Story
A tiny ancient religion, sacred rivers, stubborn survival, and one of history’s …
A tiny ancient religion, sacred rivers, stubborn survival, and one of history’s …
Religion is one of those subjects everyone has opinions about, strong feelings about, or polite silence around at dinner. It has shaped civilizations, inspired art and music, justified wars, fueled peace movements, and quietly guided billions of ordinary lives. Ignoring it does not make it less powerful. Understanding it, even a little, makes the world … Read more