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Data Over Dogma
Episode 59: The End(s) of Monotheism W/ David Burnett
May 20, 2024
Academic David Burnett discusses challenging the idea of ancient southwest Asia monotheism at Brown University conference. They explore the evolution of monotheism, translation challenges, and the concept of hypostasis in Christological debates. The podcast delves into the complexities of defining monotheism in ancient contexts and reevaluating traditional views on deity identities.
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- Ancient monotheism may not have been as clear-cut as believed, challenging traditional perceptions of religious history.
- Monotheism functioned as a tool for early Christians to assert superiority and distinctiveness in response to external influences.
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Monotheism in Ancient Times
Scholars from a podcast discuss the concept of monotheism in ancient times, exploring the idea that monotheism was not a revolutionary departure from polytheism but rather an incremental elaboration on existing beliefs, challenging the notion of a definitive monotheistic threshold in history.
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