When Did Religion Actually Begin
Summary
This episode explores the deep archaeological roots of religion, tracing spiritual behaviors from Neanderthal burials and cave art to early Homo sapiens rituals. It examines key sites like Shanidar Cave, Blombos Cave, and Göbekli Tepe, suggesting that ritualistic practices and symbolic thought predated agriculture. The discussion highlights how animism, ancestor worship, and monumental temple building shaped human social evolution long before written history.
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