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604: Faulty Foot Washing & Pagan Christianity with Nijay Gupta

The Holy Post

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Stratified Power and the Influence of Rome in Religion

This chapter explores the concept of power hierarchy in the Roman Empire and its impact on both politics and religion. Drawing parallels to popular media like gladiator and Star Wars, the hosts discuss the fear-based system in Roman society and the pressure to conform for success. They also touch on the influence of Rome on religious structure and the contrast between Roman religion and early Christianity.

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