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Mysterious amulet discovered in Germany could rewrite history

A third century amulet discovered in an excavation site in Germany provides evidence of spread of Christianity during early Roman Empire

The Independent UK

The Day the Pope Met a Psychedelic Evangelist

Pharmacological Perennialism crossed paths with the Catholic Church at a previously unreported "holy meeting."

Reason

Using "religious freedom" to fight back

Rev. Paul Brandeis Raushenbush on how some churches "created a permission structure for cruelty on a massive scale"

Salon

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1,800-year-old silver amulet could rewrite history of Christianity in the early Roman Empire

A silver amulet found next to a skeleton in a 1,800-year-old grave in Germany speaks to the importance — and the risk — of being Christian in Roman times.

LiveScience

Why the religious beliefs of Trump defense pick Pete Hegseth matter

The most serious allegations against Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump’s pick to head the U.S. Department of Defense, involve mismanagement, heavy drinking, infidelity, sexual harassment and even rape.

The Conversation

It’s too late to halt the climate crisis

Letters: Nature is going to solve the problem by eliminating the modern human

The Guardian - UK

Pope hopes to visit Turkey in 2025 to mark 1,700 years since the Council of Nicaea

Pope Francis says he hopes to travel to Turkey next year to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, Christianity’s first ecumenical council

The Independent UK

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Texas approves Bible-based lessons in public schools in latest win for Christian activists

It’s the latest in a series of GOP efforts to bring Christianity into classrooms – but opponents say it’s inappropriate and driven by ideological, not educational, concerns

The Independent UK

Approval of Texas' Bible-infused curriculum will likely depend on Abbott appointee

Tiffany Clark, who was elected to fill a vacant State Board of Education seat in January, said she would have voted against the curriculum.

The Texas Tribune

State Board of Education approves Bible-infused curriculum

Critics say the curriculum overemphasizes Christianity. Texas school districts don’t have to use it but will receive $60 per student if they do.

The Texas Tribune

Texas Education Board to Vote on Bible Studies in Public Schools as Wave of Faith-Based Classroom Initiatives Sweeps Nation

The Texas State Board of Education will vote on Tuesday whether to approve a public school curriculum that heavily incorporates Christianity.

Latin Times

Texas education officials to vote on use of Bible in public school curriculum

Supporters argue Bible verses contextualize art and literature as opponents say it is biased towards Christianity

The Guardian - US

From 'The Exorcist' to 'Heretic,' why holy horror can be a hit with moviegoers

Religion is well-suited for terrifying and entertaining thrill-seeking moviegoers

The Independent UK

35 years after The Satanic Verses controversy, newly unearthed letters reveal some uncomfortable truths

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad is famous for his forthright statements to other world leaders. In March 1989, Mahathir wrote a letter to then UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher that was blunt even by his standards. Unlike a lot of his angry letters, this one wasn’t published.

The Conversation

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“He was called ‘the Wickedest Man In The World’ by the press – how can you fail to be fascinated by such a character?”: The twisted life and decadent times of Aleister Crowley, metal’s favourite occultist

How Aleister Crowley, aka The Great Beast, influenced generations of metal bands

Newcastle Herald

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The Guardian - US

Texas House candidate campaigning in churches, in potential legal violation

Republican candidate Mayra Flores, backed in primary by Trump, is running to unseat Democrat Vicente Gonzalez

The Independent UK

After exiting the Christian music industry, these artists engage religion on their terms

In the last two decades, several Contemporary Christian Music powerhouses have publicly exited the CCM industry

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The Guardian - UK

Lower Than the Angels by Diarmaid MacCulloch review – sex and the church

A superb history of Christianity’s 2,000-year relationship with our animal instincts

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Trump Accuses Kamala Harris Of Being Destructive To Religion

Former President Trump criticizes Vice President Harris for her stance on religion, sparking controversy in the political landscape.

Newcastle Herald

Winning time must start now for new-look Jets

Letters: 'We have the right to demand a winning team'.

The Conversation

What the history of blasphemy laws in the US and the fight for religious freedom can teach us today

Some 79 countries around the world continue to enforce blasphemy laws. And in places such as Afghanistan, Brunei, Iran, Nigeria, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, violation of these measures can result in a death penalty.

The Independent UK

What's a 'Jezebel spirit'? Some Christians use the term to paint Kamala Harris with a demonic brush

Christian nationalist leaders are telling followers that Vice President Kamala Harris is under the influence of a “Jezebel spirit."

Salon

Pastors challenge MAGA Christianity

Jesus defied an empire and championed the poor — a legacy that some Christians are trying to reclaim

The Conversation

Ray McCauley, the bodybuilder turned pastor who introduced the prosperity gospel to a new South Africa

News of the passing of South African pastor Ray McCauley on 8 October was met by a flood of tributes from across the spectrum of society, from President Cyril Ramaphosa to everyday worshippers at the Rhema Bible Church. McCauley established the influential church in 1985. It has since attracted a…

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