ATHEISM! Where did it come from, and how did it evolve? This episode of Religion Camp dives into the history of atheism, from its ancient philosophical roots to its rise in the modern world. We’re unpacking the key figures, cultural shifts, and societal impacts that shaped the concept of a world without gods. Skeptics, philosophers, and history buffs—this one’s for you. Welcome to CAMP! 🏕️ SIGN UP TO CAMP NEWSLETTER HERE: https://camp.beehiiv.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:56 Origins of Atheism 3:12 Etymology of “Atheism” 4:44 Xenophanes of Colophon 8:38 Protagoras of Abdera 10:45 Prodicus of Ceos 13:20 Diagoras of Melos 16:09 Epicurus + Epicureanism 17:55 Luceretius 21:21 Charvaka 23:40 Christians Labeled As Atheist 25:18 Atheism In Islamic Culture 28:03 Medieval Atheism + Giordano Bruno 32:15 Atheistic Priest Writings + Jean Meslier 36:54 Karl Marx 39:02 Modern Atheism
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