Podcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP)

Jason BeDuhn on Mani and Manichæism

Aug 25, 2021
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Jason BeDuhn
Jason BeDuhn, religious scholar, discusses the Manichaean movement and its prophet, Mani. Topics include the concept of universal condition, the relationship between Manichaeism and Gnosticism, the symbolism of sacrifice, Manichaean eschatology, and the social structure and rituals of the mannequies.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Exploring Mani's Spiritual Twin and the Concept of Universal Condition
04:29 • 2min
3
The Relationship Between Manichaeism and Gnosticism
06:32 • 28min
4
The First Man and the Defeat of Evil
34:30 • 2min
5
Manichaean Eschatology and the Final End-Game
36:04 • 2min
6
Social Structure and Rituals of the Mannequies
38:18 • 15min