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Jason BeDuhn on Mani and Manichæism
Aug 25, 2021
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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- Manichaeism was a religious movement that incorporated elements from various traditions, making it adaptable and appealing to different cultures.
- Mani believed in the universal suffering of all living things and emphasized the need to address the way humans treat plants and animals.
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The Origins and Life of Mani
Mani is believed to have been born and raised in Mesopotamia during a time of diverse cultural influences. He was part of a Jewish Christian community called the Elkacite. Later research challenges earlier notions that Mani was a prince and asserts that he was a member of this sectarian group.
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