Episode 427 - The Ones Who Walked Away

Discover the intriguing lives of two Japanese Christians who became priests but later abandoned their faith. Unpack the complexities of faith and identity during Japan's tumultuous Sengoku and early Tokugawa periods. Learn about Chijiwa Miguel, a Christian samurai, and his harrowing journey influenced by personal loss and the Jesuits. Dive into the experiences of boys from the Tensho Embassy as they navigate their return from Europe amidst rising anti-Christian sentiment, revealing the struggle between belief and societal pressure.