Episode 3: Does a Religion’s Success Prove It’s True?

In this 3rd episode of Faith and Inquiry, hosts Daniel and Arend explore the profound influence of ancient Egyptian religion on society, drawing parallels to modern Christianity. They discuss how the Egyptians’ fervent beliefs, intertwined with political propaganda and superstition, drove remarkable achievements like the pyramids, raising questions about whether a religion’s practical effectiveness validates its truth. The conversation delves into the tension between belief, truth, and societal outcomes, questioning whether the apparent success of a religion, like the organization and cultural unity it fosters, matters more than its factual accuracy, and how this relates to contemporary faith and conflicts.