S5E17 – On the Mysteries – AUDIO FIXED

04/11/2025 1h 7min
S5E17 – On the Mysteries – AUDIO FIXED

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**Re-publishing this one with improved audio** In this episode Chris explores the ideas of the ancient Greek, Neoplatonic philosopher–Iamblichus–through his correspondence with an ancient Egyptian priest. Iamblichus does something no philosopher did before him, at least not to such a degree; he questioned religious orthodoxy, expressed skepticism about the legitimacy of religious ritual and sacrifice...