#religious-syncretism

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History
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
4 days ago

Who was the world's first named author?

Enheduanna, the world's first known author, was a high priestess who created foundational literary genres and unified Akkadian and Sumerian religious traditions, profoundly influencing ancient and biblical literature.
Philosophy
fromAeon
1 month ago

Lessons in pluralism from a 17th-century African town | Aeon Essays

Crispina Peres, a powerful 17th-century Cacheu trader of mixed African-European heritage, was prosecuted by the Inquisition for blending African healing practices with Catholicism.
Public health
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Cubans hope for a miracle as dengue and chikungunya spread

Pilgrims travel to Saint Lazarus shrine in purple, performing extreme penances despite a dengue and chikungunya epidemic worsening health and limiting attendance.
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