
Episode 4: Dualism and the Devil
Seven Heads, Ten Horns: The History of the Devil
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Exploring Dualism: The Cathars and Their Context
This chapter examines the historical backdrop and dualist beliefs of the Cathars, detailing their practices and the Catholic Church's perceptions of them. It highlights the significant doctrinal conflicts between dualistic and orthodox views, with a focus on the consequences of these beliefs in both theological and political realms. The discussion also traces the rise and fall of Catharism, linking their ideology to broader socio-political dynamics in medieval Europe.
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