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In The Pagan World: Ancient Religions Before Christianity, you will meet the fascinating, ancient polytheistic peoples of the Mediterranean and beyond, their many gods and goddesses, and their public and private worship practices, as you come to appreciate the foundational role religion played in their lives. Professor Hans-Friedrich Mueller, of Union College in Schenectady, New York, makes this ancient world come alive in 24 lectures with captivating stories of intrigue, artifacts, illustrations, and detailed descriptions from primary sources of intriguing personalities.

"Timely and essential, this is great storytelling."—Hugh Aldersey-Williams, bestselling author of Periodic Tales 3,000 years ago, on the banks of the Tigris in what is now known as Iraq, a woman perfumer named Tappūtī mastered the control of temperature and the arts of distillation...

Welcome to How Haunted? the paranormal podcast where each episode we explore the horrible history, and terrifying ghost stories of one of the most haunted places on planet Earth. I’m Rob Kirkup. Author, paranormal historian, and ghost hunter from the north-east of England. Allow me to be your guide as we dare to investigate in depth the, often dark and troubled, history of each location, and of course, the chilling tales of the ghosts that reside within.

The must-read exploration of the earliest human ghost stories from leading expert Irvine Finkel, author of The Ark Before Noah 'It's enthralling stuff, mixing the scholarly with the accessible and placing storytelling right at the heart of the human experience.' - History Revealed There are few...

In an era of hardening religious attitudes and explosive religious violence, this book offers a welcome antidote. Richard Holloway retells the entire history of religion - from the dawn of religious belief to the 21st century - with deepest respect and a keen commitment to accuracy. Writing for those with faith and those without, and especially for young listeners, he encourages curiosity and tolerance, accentuates nuance and mystery and calmly restores a sense of the value of faith.

Welcome to The History of the Bible, where we explore the fascinating stories, ancient cultures, archaeological discoveries, and timeless truths behind the world’s most influential book. Join us as we journey through biblical history—uncovering the people, places, and events that shaped the Bible and, in turn, shaped the course of human civilization. Whether you’re a scholar, a seeker, or simply curious, this podcast will offer fresh insights and perspectives on the Bible’s enduring legacy. Together we’ll dive deep into history, culture, and faith—episode by episode.Let’s begin ...

History is a promise kept. Hope is how we keep it going.Keep Looking Up: History and Hope is the podcast of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, where honest conversations connect where we’ve been with where we’re headed.Birmingham’s story has always been bigger than its headlines. In every episode, hosts Ray Minor and Dr. Horace Huntley, alongside anchor Rev. Wendell Pierce, sit down with the people shaping our community today: physicians, educators, civic leaders and neighbors. They look at the history behind their work, the faith that sustains it and the hope that keeps...

History for the Curious The most talked-about Jewish History Podcast History for the Curious features the dynamic historian and famous tour guide & lecturer: Rabbi Aubrey Hersh, live from Olami UK in London, hosted by myself: Mena Reisner Join us as we cross continents, sail through the centuries, tracing lives, uncovering events and following epic journeys, to reveal the untold stories, the scandals, and the mysteries, that have impacted our history and shaped us into who we are today. Encounter leaders, visionaries, spies, heroes & traitors and unpack 2,000 years of Jewish heritage. Go back ...

Enchanted: The History of Magic & Witchcraft brings you the most fascinating stories from the history of all things magical. Produced and hosted by an award-winning historian, episodes of Enchanted feature atmospheric music, dramatic performances, in-depth historical analysis, and a deep connection to the people and events that shaped the past. New episode on the first Friday of every month.

Belonging to Sikhism, I have come across the fact that many of us lack the basic knowledge of Sikh roots. Through this podcast, I wanted to enlighten the listeners about this! It is an express podcast, where you will get answers about turbans, golden temple, and ultimately the lives of ten gurus, what was their life like? And we shall learn about meaning of life!

Suspend your disbelief and embark on a journey through time and space, stepping into a world of Norse magic, paganism, runes, mythology, and mystery. Have you always been fascinated by Norse mythology and its myriad of powerful gods—including Odin, Thor, Loki, Freya, and Baldur? Have the Norse runes always mystified you, and would you love to know more about their history, symbolism, and usage? Would you like to harness the power of Norse magic, rites, and rituals, so you can connect with the extraordinary Norse gods and goddesses?

Often called the "Father of Church History", Eusebius was the first to trace the rise of Christianity during its crucial first three centuries from Christ to Constantine. Our principal resource for earliest Chrisitianity, The Church History presents a panorama of apostles, church fathers, emperors, bishops, heroes, heretics, confessors, and martyrs. This audiobook edition includes Paul L. Maier's clear and precise translation, historical commentary on each book in The Church History, and numerous maps, illustrations, and photographs. 

In this audio edition of the standalone companion to Gary Renard's best-selling trilogy, Ascended Masters Arten and Pursah relate the stories of the multiple shared lifetimes of the reincarnations of Jesus and Buddha. Revelations about the universe, A Course in Miracles, and the lessons in Jesus...

This ‘New Thought’ primer originally published in 1903 is an introduction to the movement that revolutionized religion for millions of followers. Understanding the roots and learning from the movement’s founders and their life lessons is foundational for many of today’s thought leaders. The Law of Attraction and many other focal points of today’s best sellers are principles established in the new thought movement. This program highlights 44 separate brief chapters to provide easy reference to the authors’ insights and opinions on specific principles and events.

Reggae Hour is the roots reggae podcast for artist interviews, reggae history, Jamaican music, Rastafari culture, and the stories behind the sound. Hosted by Eric Williams, each episode connects the music to its people, history, and movement—from legendary voices to today’s artists.Listen to full episodes, discover new interviews, and join a global community built on roots, culture, and I-nity.🎧 Listen on RedCircle and Apple Podcasts📺 Watch Reggae Hour on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggaeHourPodcast📰 Read interviews and reggae history: https://www.reggaehour.com❤️ ...

No understanding of human life, individual or collective, could be complete without factoring in the role and contribution of these history-shaping teachers. Now, this 36-lecture series takes you deep into the life stories and legacies of these four iconic figures, revealing the core teachings, and thoughts of each, and shedding light on the historical processes that underlie their phenomenal, enduring impact.

Torture: A Dark History explores the darkest corners of human history with a good dose of humor. From torture devices, methods, and executions to true crime, historical atrocities, and the people that committed them. Hosts Kevin Young and Dan Hourigan dig into the real stories behind humanity’s most brutal punishments and macabre moments.Every episode explores a different piece of dark history, uncovering the facts, people, and stories behind torture, crime, punishment, and human cruelty. If you love dark history, true crime, weird history, and stories that make you say “holy sh*t, people ...

A Podcast All About Christianity beginning with John the Baptist down to the present time. Hosted by Stephen J. Bedard.

A podcast dedicated to the history of Persia, and the great empires that ruled there beginning with the Achaemenid Empire of Cyrus the Great and the foundation of an imperial legacy that directly impacted ancient civilizations from Rome to China, and everywhere in between. Join me as we explore the cultures, militaries, religions, successes, and failures of some of the greatest empires of the ancient world.

These 24 extraordinary lectures offer you the rare opportunity to relate your own spiritual questions to a variety of ancient quests for meaning and transcendence. Professor Muesse looks at the historical conditions in which the world religions arose and explores how they answered shared metaphysical and human dilemmas.