A Metal Detectorist Found a Bunch of Ancient Gold Coins. It Turned Out to Be ‘Devil’s Money’
A metal detectorist discovered ancient gold coins in the Netherlands that turned out to be a cult ritual offering. Experts ...
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7th-Century Germanic Pagans Used “Devil’s Money” in Occult Rituals
For centuries, the heather-covered landscape of Hezingen in the eastern Netherlands held a deep secret. It’s an unassuming ...
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“The Devils Money”: Archaeologists Uncover a Horde of Gold and Jewelry at Mysterious Early Medieval Cult Site
Archaeologists have uncovered an early medieval cult site in the Netherlands, that features hordes of gold and jewelry.
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Early-medieval stash of 'devil's money' found at cult site in the Netherlands
Researchers think the site in the Netherlands may have been used for pagan worship in reaction to the spread of Christianity.
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Sacrifice to Demons in Porphyry and Origen
By the fourth century, the theurgic reinterpretation of sacrifice reigned supreme in pagan Platonism. In contrast, Christian thinkers were turning back towards reciprocity. As a final note, I suggest ...
Unraveling the history of Valentine’s Day: Origins and traditions
Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love wrapped in candy hearts, roses and chocolates, traces back to St. Valentine. But the ...
The history of Valentine's Day: From its pagan origins to a billion-dollar holiday
Feb. 14th is all about romance and love! Whether you're celebrating it with a partner, friends, or family, here's what you ...