How Father Bernhard Lichtenberg became one of the only public voices in Nazi Germany to pray for Jews, why his flock informed on him, and how he died for it.
Religion
Why Was a Viking Woman Buried With Shells on Her Mouth?
A Viking Age woman was buried with scallop shells on her mouth. What could it mean? Three grounded what-if scenarios, from pilgrimage to fear of the dead.
What Is That Egyptian Man Doing to the Child?
A strange Egyptian scene shows a man gripping a child’s face. Is it surgery, punishment, or ritual? Three grounded what-if scenarios, and which fits best.
How Close Were Catholic and Orthodox Churches?
Were the Catholic and Orthodox churches ever really united in the Middle Ages after 1054? A clear look at origins, brief reunions, and why it kept failing.
Magic In The Middle Ages: The Strange Things You Never Knew
Once upon a time, magic was big news. Before it became a point of entertainment, magic … Magic In The Middle Ages: The Strange Things You Never KnewRead more
Saints and Sinners: The Saints Who Were Not As Pious As They Seemed
Throughout history, Saints have paved the way for our moral goals, showing us how we might … Saints and Sinners: The Saints Who Were Not As Pious As They SeemedRead more