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Religion - History & Theory

Explore the History of Religion, its teachings, and practices of faiths that influenced humanity's spiritual essence across eras

Who Was the Only Sole-Ruling Queen in Biblical History?
Who Was the Only Sole-Ruling Queen in Biblical History?

Athaliah is the only queen in biblical Israel’s history who ruled by herself. But readers may find her story intriguing for other reasons as well.

How Did Plato Influence the Early Church?
How Did Plato Influence the Early Church?

The early church was influenced by Plato’s philosophy through the writings of important early Church Fathers.

The Hero’s Journey & Classical Hero Archetypes in the Bible
The Hero’s Journey & Classical Hero Archetypes in the Bible

Classical hero archetypes aren’t limited to Homer but are also found in the Bible as part of the typical hero’s journey narrative.

What Does the Bible Say About Polygamy?
What Does the Bible Say About Polygamy?

Marriage exclusively between two individuals is often associated the Western world with Judeo-Christian norms. But the Bible never explicitly forbids polygamy.

Here’s Why John the Baptist Was Called the Greatest Prophet
Here’s Why John the Baptist Was Called the Greatest Prophet

Jesus declared John the Baptist to be the greatest prophet who ever lived. Who was he? And what made him unique?

Guide to the History & Beliefs of Roman Catholicism
Guide to the History & Beliefs of Roman Catholicism

The Roman Catholic Church has the longest history of any Christian denomination tracing its roots to the apostles. So, what do Roman Catholics believe?

How Did the Gnostics View Jesus Christ?
How Did the Gnostics View Jesus Christ?

This article delves into Gnostic views of Jesus Christ, how they differ from traditional Christian views, and his depiction in Gnostic texts.

What Happened to Mary, the Mother of Jesus?
What Happened to Mary, the Mother of Jesus?

As the mother of Jesus, Mary is one of the New Testament’s most important figures. But what happened to her after Jesus’s lifetime?