Stephen Davis

Stephen Davis, Woolsey Professor of Religious Studies at Yale, dives into the dramatic clash between ancient Egyptian beliefs and rising Christianity in the late 4th century. He explores the last hieroglyph carved in Egypt and the fervent archbishop Theophilus, who ruthlessly battled pagan traditions and rival factions. The conversation reveals the intense power struggles within Alexandria and highlights the complexities of Theophilus's legacy, including his ruthless ambition and the enduring influence of ancient religious practices on early Christianity.