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This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that span various cultural contexts and historical perspectives. With each new episode, you have the opportunity to discover a different work that challenges conventional views and enriches your understanding of spirituality and belief systems. Join us on this enlightening journey through the complexities of faith and mythology.<br /><br />This show includes AI-generated content.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/7110677/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Books</category><copyright>Copyright Philosophy Genre</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37c02c842058ca5e0817ccc2ae72fd2a.jpg</url><title>Pagan &amp; Christian Creeds: Their Origin and Meaning</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pagan-christian-creeds-their-origin-and-meaning--7110677</link></image><lastBuildDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:09:23 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>Edward Carpenter</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Philosophy Genre</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker72@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/37c02c842058ca5e0817ccc2ae72fd2a.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Delve into the intricate relationship between ancient beliefs and modern faith as this podcast invites you to explore the origins and meanings of pagan and Christian creeds. 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