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We’ve found there was an overseas trade supplying horses for sacrifices during the late Viking age

Prehistoric communities from Iceland to the Eurasian Steppe sacrificed horses as part of their funeral rites. These Baltic tribes, known as the Balts, sacrificed horses longer than anywhere else in Europe, up until the 14th century. Christians despised this practice, however, and it quickly fell out of favour once a…

The Conversation

Church, state and the Texas Legislature: Debate heats up over what students should learn

House hearing focuses on a curriculum plan and on school vouchers.

The Texas Tribune

Claims that Olympic opening ceremony ‘mocked Christianity’ ignore the long-standing connection between Jesus and Dionysus

Paris’s Olympic opening ceremony on July 26 was the cause of much online discussion. No moment more so, perhaps, than when several drag queens were shown seated at a long table.

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Edna O’Brien in her own words – archive, 1962

20 November 1962: The writer talks to Denis Hart about leaving County Clare for London, debut novel The Country Girls, and her new play

The Guardian - UK

Trump is scrambling to find his religion

When appeals to religion and “God” are added to Trump's desperation, the challenge to democracy is even greater

Salon

Elon Musk says he’s a ‘cultural Christian’ – why some leading thinkers are embracing Christianity

The world’s richest person, Elon Musk, just announced that he’s a “big believer in the principles of Christianity” and “a cultural Christian”. Musk’s reasons are moral and political – he believes Christianity can boost both happiness and birthrates.

The Conversation

Clapham chemical attacker Abdul Ezedi killed himself in River Thames jump, coroner rules

Abdul Ezedi crashed his car and walked along the banks of the Thames after the attack

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Texas’ Christian-influenced curriculum spurs worries about bullying, church-state separation

Some secular groups and members of other faiths say the curriculum could give schools too much control over how children are taught religion.

The Texas Tribune

What the Catholic Church says about political violence and the need to forgive – even would-be assassins

Following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, the Vatican released a statement on July 14, 2024, condemning the violence. The attack, it said, “wounds people and democracy, causing suffering and death.”

The Conversation

John Lennon wasn’t joking about Jesus

The Guardian - UK

At the Olympics, athletes show guts, glory – and a lot of ink, including tattoos that profess their faith

This has been a wonderful summer if you follow sports: tennis championships, end-of-season tournaments and soccer’s European Championship and Copa America – all leading up to the most global event of all, the Olympics.

The Conversation

Louisiana Parents Sue Over Law Mandating 10 Commandments Displays in Classrooms

"This is an obvious attempt to use our public schools to convert kids to Christianity. We live in a democracy, not a theocracy," one ACLU attorney tells Reason.

Reason

‘Authentic’ ayahuasca rituals sought by tourists often ignore Indigenous practices and spiritual grounding

Ayahuasca, a sacred drink made from the stem and leaves of a tree vine, has many names: psychedelic brew, hallucinogenic tea, mood medicine and more. It is even known as a teacher or a healer for its reported ability to help a person turn inward and come into alignment with…

The Conversation

State Board of Education fields concerns about Christian bias in proposed K-12 curriculum

The proposal comes as part of a larger effort by officials in Texas and across the country to inject Christianity into public life.

The Texas Tribune

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Newly deciphered papyrus describes 'miracle' performed by 5-year-old Jesus

A manuscript written in the fourth or fifth century describes how Jesus brought clay birds to life as a child.

The Guardian - UK

God’s Ghostwriters by Candida Moss review – did enslaved scribes write the New Testament?

The theologian and journalist suggests that slaves in the Roman empire contributed to the core texts of Christianity in this refreshingly readable book

Fortune

The world’s oldest book just fetched $3.9 million in auction

The 104-page Crosby-Schøyen Codex from Egypt was written by a single scribe over 40 years, dating back to 250–350 AD.

Salon

Why MAGA is going after Dolly Parton

Fundamentalists disparage mainstream culture as "demonic" — Republicans just substitute the word "woke"

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Between witchcraft and terrorism: how social fears in coastal Kenya impact religious expression

Kenya’s coastal region has, since about 2011, grappled with terrorist attacks carried out by the Somalia-based Islamic terrorist organisation Al-Shabaab.

The Texas Tribune

Some Texas school officials are skeptical that a K-12 curriculum with Christian influences is the lifeline state leaders promise

Proposed lesson plans could improve student performance and help teachers, Texas education officials say. Not all district leaders and education advocates are convinced.

Texas Observer

The New Apostolic Reformation Wants God’s Government Back

A “prophetic” movement, led in part by Texans, is gaining ground—and everyone should pay attention.

The Texas Tribune

Texas education leaders unveil Bible-infused elementary school curriculum

The proposed curriculum overhaul was released a week after the Texas GOP proposed requiring the Bible to be taught in public schools. School districts that opt to use them will get more funding.

The Conversation

Crosby-Schøyen Codex: ancient Coptic manuscript reveals sermon that spurred violence against Jews

The Crosby-Schøyen Codex, an important early Christian book containing five distinct texts all copied by the same scribe, is going up for auction in June at Christie’s in London. If you have a spare £2-£3 million, don’t miss this opportunity to own a key example of the birth of Christian…

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Fears that English is ‘disappearing’ in England are misplaced – history shows the island has always been multilingual

A common lament among those opposed to immigration is that “in many parts of England, you don’t hear English spoken any more”. But it has never been the case that English was the only language spoken on this island.

Salon

Texas GOP calls for spiritual warfare

“This is not religious liberty — it’s Christian dominance," conservative Christian critic warns

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