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Ep51: How Authoritarian Christians Appeal to the Bible but End Up Recreating Ancient Empire Dynamics in Modern Politics

Highest Power: Church + State

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Hierarchical Dynamics of Spiritual and Earthly Authority

This chapter explores the interconnection between hierarchy in religious and political structures, emphasizing how ancient cosmologies shaped spiritual warfare and governance. It highlights the parallels between divine rule and earthly power, illustrating how leaders viewed their authority as an extension of the divine order across various cultures.

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