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Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschatology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschotology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan MailThis week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschatology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HEREDominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV App
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschatology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with our dear friend of the podcast, Pastor Claude Ramsey. Claude is the Pastor of Reformata Baptist Church, Host of Here I Stand Theology Podcast, and Author of his latest book: A Pastoral Commentary on Revelations. They discussed how to read through the Book of Revelation, the four different views of Eschotology, as well as some of the misconceptions and traditions overlayed in Revelation. Enjoy! Here Pastor Claude Ramsey speak at the Abiding in Christ Conference HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan MailThis week Greg sat down with Noah Wing & Ryan Baechle in studio. They are the Founder and Chairman of the Iona Study Center. They discussed their history, vision, and founding ideas for the center, as well as some upcoming lectures, and what it means to be theologically and intellectually studied, especially as a young man. Enjoy! Subscribe and attend upcoming events at the Iona Study Center HERESubscribe to the Noah's Substack HEREDonate to the Iona Study Center HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV App
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with Noah Wing & Ryan Baechle in studio. They are the Founder and Chairman of the Iona Study Center. They discussed their history, vision, and founding ideas for the center, as well as some upcoming lectures, and what it means to be theologically and intellectually studied, especially as a young man. Enjoy! Subscribe and attend upcoming events at the Iona Study Center HERE Subscribe to the Noah's Substack HERE Donate to the Iona Study Center HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with Noah Wing & Ryan Baechle in studio. They are the Founder and Chairman of the Iona Study Center. They discussed their history, vision, and founding ideas for the center, as well as some upcoming lectures, and what it means to be theologically and intellectually studied, especially as a young man. Enjoy! Subscribe and attend upcoming events at the Iona Study Center HERE Subscribe to the Noah's Substack HERE Donate to the Iona Study Center HERE Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with George Williams. George is a former Pastor and now the Director of Multiplication for Open Bible. He was also Greg's former pastor for years. Greg & George discussed his testimony, as well as his journey from a centrist charismatic to now a Christian Nationalist and the pivotal moment that opened his eyes. They discussed the 19th Amendment, theonomy, and the death penalty, and also touched on the insanity of pure libertarianism. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan MailThis week Greg sat down with George Williams. George is a former Pastor and now the Director of Multiplication for Open Bible. He was also Greg's former pastor for years. Greg & George discussed his testimony, as well as his journey from a centrist charismatic to now a Christian Nationalist and the pivotal moment that opened his eyes. They discussed the 19th Amendment, theonomy, and the death penalty, and also touched on the insanity of pure libertarianism. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV App
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down with George Williams. George is a former Pastor and now the Director of Multiplication for Open Bible. He was also Greg's former pastor for years. Greg & George discussed his testimony, as well as his journey from a centrist charismatic to now a Christian Nationalist and the pivotal moment that opened his eyes. They discussed the 19th Amendment, theonomy, and the death penalty, and also touched on the insanity of pure libertarianism. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down and discussed his thoughts on the Thomas Massie Congressional race, and some of the interactions he has had with pro-Trump Boomers. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan MailThis week Greg sat down and discussed his thoughts on the Thomas Massie Congressional race, and some of the interactions he has had with pro-Trump Boomers. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV App
Send us Fan Mail This week Greg sat down and discussed his thoughts on the Thomas Massie Congressional race, and some of the interactions he has had with pro-Trump Boomers. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV AppSupport the show Check out out the Dead Men Walking snarky merch HERE! Build something for God's glory through Covenant Real Estate! Greg Moore Jr. can help you buy, sell, and invest! Call him at (734) 731-GREG or visit www.covenant.realestate 10% off a rebound bible from Deus Vult Rebinding with the code DEADMANWALKING
Send us Fan MailThis week Greg sat down with Dr. Chuck Baldwin. Chuck is a Pastor, Radio Host, and former Presidential Candidate. They discussed his journey from a Moral Majority Pre-mill Dispensationalist to his current understanding on what he calls "Fulfillment Theology". They discussed the modern national of Israel, who God's Chosen People are, as well as the upcoming midterms and his eschatology. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists are the only Kingdom minded company that you need to use. Set up a free consultation here today! You need to protect your sword! Beautiful, classic, and one of a kind! Design your bible rebind from Deus Vult today! 10% for all Dead Men listeners with the code "DEADMANWALKING" Covenant Real Estate: "Confidence from Contract to Close" Facebook: Dead Men Walking PodcastYoutube: Dead Men Walking PodcastInstagram: @DeadMenWalkingPodcastTwitter X: @RealDMWPodcastExclusive Content: PubTV App
"God does not listen to the prayers of those who wage war. He rejects them." When the Pope issues a direct condemnation of a sitting U.S. Defense Secretary, we aren't just talking about policy failure — we're talking moral apocalypse. Pete Hegseth isn't just running a war; he's leading a Middle Eastern crusade, complete with his "Deus Vult" ink to prove it. But what happens when the "Holy War" you've been praying for finally arrives, and you're losing? In this episode, we expose the rot that is Christian Nationalism. The Vatican's Rebuke: Why Pope Leo just stripped the moral cover off Hegseth's "Operation Epic Fury." ⛪ The "Deus Vult" Pentagon: Inside Hegseth's Christian Nationalist monthly prayer service and the "Christian-based culture" being forced on our military in violation of the First Amendment.
Brad Onishi and Dan Miller unpack a series of troubling developments surrounding Pete Hegseth's vision for the military chaplaincy, where chaplains may soon wear only religious insignia instead of rank and operate within a drastically reduced set of approved faith codes. The hosts explore how Hegseth's language—framing the role as a mission to “preach the truth,” “shepherd the flock,” and fulfill a “sacred calling”—signals a distinctly Christian nationalist framing of military service, reinforced by his claim that the armed forces have been “infected by political correctness and secular humanism.” They place this in historical context, noting how Japanese American Buddhist soldiers in World War II were denied adequate chaplain support despite serving in one of the most decorated units in U.S. history. The conversation also touches on reporting about Hegseth's crusader imagery, including tattoos and a Bible stamped with “Deus Vult” and the Jerusalem Cross, raising deeper concerns about the ideological direction of military leadership. The episode then shifts to a controversial Pentagon prayer calling for “overwhelming violence” and the damnation of “wicked souls,” which the hosts connect to a broader pattern of rhetoric that glorifies brutality and frames military action in theological terms. From there, Brad and Dan examine the near-religious devotion to tax cuts within the GOP, highlighting reporting that red states are facing massive budget shortfalls as a result of Trump-backed policies—yet lawmakers continue to support them as a matter of ideological commitment rather than evidence. They close by discussing Trump's absence from CPAC, the unease among attendees regarding Iran, and the irony of Trump mailing in his ballot despite his long-standing opposition to mail-in voting, underscoring what they describe as a deeply transactional and contradictory approach to politics. Subscribe for $3.65: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Subscribe to our free newsletter: https://swaj.substack.com/ Order American Caesar by Brad Onishi: https://static.macmillan.com/static/essentials/american-caesar-9781250427922/ Donate to SWAJ: https://axismundi.supercast.com/donations/new Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
En este episodio de LO MISTERIOSO, Javier Sierra analiza la retórica apocalíptica de Trump y el peso de una visión religiosa que impregna parte de su entorno político. También se aborda la figura de Pete Hegseth, secretario de guerra y evangélico ultraconservador, en quien confluyen fe, guerra y símbolos cruzados como “Deus Vult”. El programa se adentra además en la oficina de fe de la Casa Blanca y sus grupos de oración por la prosperidad nacional, y remata con un detalle desconcertante: el registro de “alien.gov” por parte de la administración Trump tras la desclasificación de información extraterrestre, como reflejo de un sistema de creencias tan singular como inquietante. https://www.edenex.es
In this episode, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor considers Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's use of the English Standard Version of the Bible, patriarchy in the faith communities Hegseth has been a part of, and his Christian Nationalism. It also reveals that Hegseth's ESV Bible includes two Crusader symbols stamped onto the cover (and that match tattoos on his body): a Jerusalem Cross and the phrase "Deus Vult." This is the second episode of "A Trick of State," a special occasional series from Dangerous Dogma. In this series, Kaylor investigates underexplored issues at the intersection of church and state that expose the false promises of Christian Nationalism. This episode includes interviews with sociologist Samuel Perry (author of Religion for Realists and coauthor of Taking America Back for God and The Flag and the Cross) and journalist Sarah Stankorb (author of Disobedient Women and the forthcoming Damned If She Does). ABOVE: The Jerusalem Cross (left) and "Deus Vult" (right) on Pete Hegseth's Bible. (Instagram account of Rock Wall Bibles) Here are a few pieces related to the episode: Study by Samuel Perry on "The Bible as a Product of Cultural Power: The Case of Gender Ideology in the English Standard Version" Study by Samuel Perry on "Whitewashing Evangelical Scripture: Intransitivity, Engaged Orthodoxy, and the Case of Slavery and Antisemitism in the English Standard Version" Coverage by Brian Kaylor on the Pentagon worship services Piece by Brian Kaylor on the fake story of George Washington's prayer at Valley Forge Article by Brian Kaylor on Hegseth's remarks at the 2026 National Prayer Breakfast Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics. And order the new book by Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power. Previous episode of "A Trick of State": Rewriting the Ten Commandments
We have reached yet another juggernaut in the High Middle Ages: Urban II! In his episode, we discuss bigamous marriages, incestuous orgies, the First Crusade, and "Deus Vult". Pontifacts is speaking at Intelligent Speech 2026! Get your tickets at https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Use code POPE at checkout for a discount on your ticket! Support Pontifacts: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist
Celebrai, Terracaixistas, pois o momento de júbilo se aproxima!No episódio de hoje, enquanto o churrasco pega fogo, mostramos como fé e poder caminham juntas — e não é exatamente por intervenção divina.Falamos sobre Cristo-Fascismo, Teologia do Domínio, Teologia da Prosperidade, Crise da Associatividade, Bancada da Bíblia, Deus Vult, Projeto de Poder, Faraó (Divindade do Egito), Slogans do Governo Federal, dentre outros sincretismos.Comentem, compartilhem e venham pra roda desse churrascão, que aqui a conversa é quente e a ironia é bem passada.(Esse episódio foi gravado originalmente em Dezembro de 2025, mas por motivos divinos, só conseguiu ir ao ar em Janeiro de 2026)CAMISETAS!!!! https://umapenca.com/quinadomundoQuina do Mundo é André Gomes, Paulo Jabardo e Tiago JanuzziChave PIX: apoiaquina@gmail.comhttps://linktr.ee/quinadomundohttps://apoia.se/quinadomundo@quinadomundo@quinapodcastsMúsica tema por Rafa Almeida (@rafalemosalmeida) e Tiago Januzzi (@tjanuzzi). Produção por Quina Podcastshttps://linktr.ee/quinapodcasts
SEASON 8: The First CrusadeEPISODE 194: Deus Vult!Clermont., France.November 27, 1095.Pope Urban II lit the match that set Europe ablaze. This episode dives into the conflicting accounts of that speech—where “Deus Vult” became both a prayer and a war cry.No More Paywalls! How?If you believe in what's happening here – bringing our shared history to life, warts and all, free to the public with absolutely no more paywalls…ever…please consider donating to my caffeine-mediated research and writing through the website/app Buy Me A Coffee! With opportunities for one-time donations and even a monthly donation plan, you can voluntarily contribute to the continuation of this show. I would be eternally grateful!Social Media:YouTube: Fortune's Wheel PodcastMeta: https://www.facebook.com/fortunes.wheel.3 X: https://twitter.com/WheelPodcastDonate! Buy Me A Coffee!
In this episode, we discuss the resurgence of the Deus Vult meme. What began as an internet rallying cry has tapped into something deeper: a longing for courage, honor, and transcendence in an age that often mocks those very virtues. We'll explore how people are reclaiming the image of the knight—not as a relic of the past, but as a symbol of moral clarity and spiritual warfare. What does this say about our cultural moment? Along the way, we'll hear from literary giants who understood the power of myth and chivalry: “Fairy tales do not tell children that dragons exist. Children already know that dragons exist. Fairy tales tell children that dragons can be killed.” — G. K. Chesterton And C. S. Lewis reminds us why the knightly ideal still matters: “Since it is so likely that they will meet cruel enemies, let them at least have heard of brave knights and heroic courage. Otherwise you are making their destiny not brighter but darker.” — C. S. Lewis, The Necessity of Chivalry Join us as we trace the Deus Vult phenomenon from meme culture to meaningful cultural critique—examining how the knightly ideal offers a vision of virtue, discipline, and holy purpose in a world seemingly gone mad. ----more---- Host: Fr. Jason Braaten Regular Guest: Fr. Larry Beane ----more---- Become a Patron! You can subscribe to the Journal here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/subscribe/ You can read the Gottesblog here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/ You can support Gottesdienst here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/make-a-donation/ As always, we, at The Gottesdienst Crowd, would be honored if you would Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Thanks for listening and thanks for your support.
Aus Köln Ehrenfeld. Mit InDubio Moderator Gerd Buurmann (https://x.com/Buurmann) Gerd ist zurück und wir kommentieren kurz den neuen Bundeskasper und erläutern „it's in the name“ anhand des Neo-Stasi Urteils „gesichert rechtsextrem“. Und wir feiern den Zweifel, denn der Zweifel ist nicht das Gegenteil der Vernunft, sondern seine Quelle. Bring back bullying & DEUS VULT. Escape the Matrix. Finde Aethervox Ehrenfeld überall: https://linktr.ee/AethervoxEhrenfeld
*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.The corruption of Rome often resulted from the military or public refusing to allow leaders (emperors) or the Senate to restore republican values and liberties that were stripped away by tyrants. Various outside elements sacked Rome physically, spiritually, and morally until nothing was left of its authority. The zealotry which infects the United States from foreign countries and major religions is having the same effect. Democrats target free speech to protect racial groups they believe are inferior to themselves, while Republicans do the same to protect religious groups that believe they are superior to all others. While the former usually have no god, the latter believe that their god gives them the right to destroy human freedom and life. DEUS VULT, a Latin phrase used by Christians during the First Crusade as a battle cry, is being used in 2024 too. It is the rallying cry for Christians to start war with Muslims in defense of Israel; a battle cry for Armageddon; a call to commit mass murder in the name of God even if that means allowing the very people Christians claim defense of to slaughter other Christians. Nothing could summarize this better than Nebraska congressman Don Bacon suggesting that if the choice came down to saving the U.S. or Israel, he would pick the latter. -FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tst-radio--5328407/support.
Wir tauchen tief ein in das Geschichtsbild von Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, dem lang erwarteten Nachfolger des realistisch inszenierten Mittelalter-RPGs. Wie authentisch wird das 15. Jahrhundert hier dargestellt? Wo liegen die Grenzen historischer Genauigkeit in einem Videospiel? Und wie beeinflusst unsere heutige Wahrnehmung das virtuelle Mittelalter? Um diese Fragen zu beantworten, haben wir den Historiker Andreas Moitzi (aka Copeylius) eingeladen, der sich intensiv mit der Darstellung des Mittelalters in Videospielen beschäftigt. Gemeinsam analysieren wir, welche historischen Quellen als Grundlage dienten, wo das Spiel künstlerische Freiheiten nutzt und wie sich Geschichtsbilder durch Medien wie Videospiele formen. Eine spannende Episode für alle, die sich für Geschichte, Gaming und die Schnittstelle beider Welten interessieren!Erwähnte Podcast-Folgen:Das Grundgesetzt des Mittelalters. Die Goldene BulleZum Weiterschauen:Andreas dreiteilige Videoreihe zu KCD1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxgGhyfme5E&list=PLPlx18tinmLxJdpwpHnO8_ss9ifkCROE0Analyse der Rüstungen in KCD (von Geschichtsfenster): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAFNb1BMVgoZum Weiterlesen:HEINEMANN Jan, Kingdom Come: Deliverance and the problematic claim of authenticity in digital games. In: Bohemia 61, München 2021, 75-76BEAVERS Sian / WARNECKE Sylvia, Audience perceptions of historical authenticity in visual media. In: ALVESTAD Karl / HOUGHTON Robert, The Middle Ages in Modern Culture. London / New York / Oxford 2021, 74-89.BRANDENBURG Aurelia, Von Lara Croft zu Deus Vult. Spielgeschichte, Männlichkeit, Mittelalter. In: SPIES Thomas / KURT Seyda / PÖTZSCH Holger, Spiel*Kritik. Kritische Perspektiven auf Videospiele im Kapitalismus, 2024, https://www.transcript-open.de/doi/10.14361/9783839467978-003Epochentrotter WebseiteEpochentrotter InstagramEpochentrotter Facebook#europa #böhmen #tschechien #hrr #mittelalter #videospiel #computerspiel #GeschichteInMedienBild: Warhorse Studios
The Knights Templar were a medieval Christian military order founded in the early 12th century. Originally established to protect pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land during the Crusades, they quickly grew in wealth and influence. In 1191, Richard the Lionheart sold Cyprus to the Knights Templar for 100,000 Syrian bezants.*** This provided the Templar Order the opportunity to exploit Cyprus' wealth for its own gain. However, this would not last long. Within a year, Cyprus was in revolt and though the rebellion was ruthlessly quelled, the Templars chose to sell Cyprus back to Richard. They did retain a number of estates and stayed on the island as landowners for centuries. But their power and wealth attracted jealousy and suspicion. In the early 14th century, King Philip IV of France, heavily indebted to the Templars, orchestrated their downfall. Accused of blasphemy, heresy and sorcery, they were arrested, put on trial and burned at the stake. Cypriot Templars were no exception. So what happened? The Knights Templar remain a subject of fascination and speculation in popular culture and historical research, with many legends and conspiracy theories surrounding their mysterious rituals, alleged secret knowledge and, yes, even hidden Templar treasure in Cyprus! I welcome Professor Emeritus from Cardiff University, Dr. Peter Edbury, to explore the Templars in Cyprus! ***According to Dr. Edbury, a Saracen Bezant was worth the value of its bullion content and would typically weigh about 3.8 grams (80% fine) which would work out to approximately £150 sterling or a total of £15 million! (approx. 19,000,000 USD)
The corruption of Rome often resulted from the military or public refusing to allow leaders (emperors) or the Senate to restore republican values and liberties that were stripped away by tyrants. Various outside elements sacked Rome physically, spiritually, and morally until nothing was left of its authority. The zealotry which infects the United States from foreign countries and major religions is having the same effect. Democrats target free speech to protect racial groups they believe are inferior to themselves, while Republicans do the same to protect religious groups that believe they are superior to all others. While the former usually have no god, the latter believe that their god gives them the right to destroy human freedom and life. DEUS VULT, a Latin phrase used by Christians during the First Crusade as a battle cry, is being used in 2024 too. It is the rallying cry for Christians to start war with Muslims in defense of Israel; a battle cry for Armageddon; a call to commit mass murder in the name of God even if that means allowing the very people Christians claim defense of to slaughter other Christians. Nothing could summarize this better than Nebraska congressman Don Bacon suggesting that if the choice came down to saving the U.S. or Israel, he would pick the latter. -FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKWEBSITEPAYPALCashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tst-radio--5328407/support.
„Deus vult!“ – „Gott will es!“ war der Schlachtruf der Kreuzritter und ein Symbol für religiösen Eifer und unermessliche Gewalt. Die Reise führt ins Jahr 1095, nach Clermont in Frankreich, wo Papst Urban II. zu einem Heiligen Krieg aufruft. Mit einer dramatischen Predigt entflammt er die Massen – was folgt, ist eine Bewegung, die Europa verändert und uns bis heute beschäftigt.Quellen:The First Crusade: A New History von Thomas Asbridge+++ Alle Infos und Streaming-Link zu unseren Werbepartnern findest du hier: LINK +++++ NEU: Wir sind jetzt auch auf Instagram! Hier gehts direkt zum Profil: @wasbishergeschah.podcast ++Unsere allgemeinen Datenschutzrichtlinien finden Sie unter https://art19.com/privacy. Die Datenschutzrichtlinien für Kalifornien sind unter https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info abrufbar.
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Voting is a significant topic in our present era. Notably, there is tension among Christians as political candidates seldom perfectly reflect biblical values. The Democrat Party platform explicitly supports that which God calls hates (homosexuality, transgenderism, abortion, entitlement programs, etc.). However, the Republican Party regularly puts forth candidates with questionable morals and has recently removed the pro-life plank from its platform. How should Christians vote? Should Christians vote? This sermon addresses several critical passages of Scripture related to Christ's Kingship over all the nations, the call to not ally ourselves with wicked rulers, and the command to rescue the innocent being led away to death. While voting was not a part of biblical cultures, the command to rescue the innocent is clear. The choice is between a party/candidate that actively wishes to increase abortions and a party/candidate that does not. Faithful Christians must vote to stop abortion.
https://forums.eveonline.com/t/luke-anninan-for-csm19/462976 Hi, my name is Luke Anninan. After two previous terms (CSM17 and 18) I am applying for my third and final term on CSM19. If successful upon completion of CSM19 I will be “term-locked” and have no intention of running when that expires. Below I have summarised my EVE experience, thoughts on the current state of the game as well as the skills and knowledge I can bring if I was re-elected to the CSM. If you have any specific questions, please feel free to comment on the post, find me in discord (I am in most of the EVE community discords) or mail me in game. My EVE Story:I committed to EVE in 2018 (I had tried it on and off before but it had never really stuck). Spending the first couple of weeks in HighSec then later on moving to scanning Wormholes for exploration sites. After about a month of this I decided to take the plunge into NullSec and joined an ill-fated alliance called Deus Vult. At about the time Skillu evicted them from Wicked Creek, so it was time to find another home. My corporation moved to Fraternity in December 2018 months before the second war with TEST kicked off. It was the most fun I have had in my entire EVE career, yes TiDi was awful but there is nothing like the fights that you are invested in. I became an FC (albeit not a very good one, but found a knack for the planning side of things.) flying with all the friends that I had made. For six months we fought tooth and nail to hold Detorid. The end was always inevitable though but I like to think we put up a good fight and didn't just give up. During this time, When I wasn't in fleets I spent most of my free time running and learning about incursions and other methods of generating income while our home was camped. As is always the case with the loser of any war we started the migration to our new home towards Oasa and Perrigen falls. Those corps that had stayed for the war, burnt out and most went to find new pastures outside of Fraternity. Being too stubborn to quit (and maybe a glutton for punishment) I took on the role of director in Fraternity looking after the non-Chinese speaking corporations (even if there were only a few of us left at the time). Slowly rebuilding after the war, one by one recruiting new corporations and FC's, it taught me about a lot of the sides of the game that you don't always get to see. How to manage large organisations of players, ensuring there's always something for them to log in for, understanding how sovereignty and income generation works as well as the complex industrial chains required to have the big fights people log in for. It was about this time I created my own corporation, Into Oblivion and started recruiting both veteran players and new players alike. It was a great insight into the new player experience and how they found the NPE, how to foster new players and support their journey in Eve. Also, along the way, pointing players at other areas of the game that they may find more enjoyable when/if they decide the NullSec life may not have been for them. Most of all though creating a place where people can just hang out, chill and play the common game that brought us together as a community. Back when the now resolve BRM changes hit there was a clear need to diversify gameplay from just NullSec activities and expand into LowSec mission running, Pochven, Incursions as well other things like NPC burner missions and exporting to markets etc. which led my alliance and me to Vale of the Silent, an area steeped in constant small gang fleets, and LowSec shenanigans. Now most my time is spent on leadership of my alliance and corporation ensuring that pilots have everything they need to prosper in Eve Online... Broadcasted live on Twitch -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/federationfrontlinereport
Deus Vult is Latin for "God Wills It." It was a battle cry for the Crusades, but it is here appropriated for application to Christ's Kingdom. In a time when wicked rulers seem to go from bad to worse and the effects of sin bring new crises in our culture, it behooves us to remember that God has willed and will accomplish victory over all nations. Christ is King. In this sermon on 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Samms addresses the Old Testament prophecies related to the Kingdom of God (Daniel 7, Psalm 2, Psalm 10, and Zechariah 14:9) as well as the New Testament teaching that Christ's Kingdom has indeed come, and of its increase, there will be no end!
El tiempo de las cruzadas fue uno de los tiempos más controversiales de la historia... Dos grandes religiones se enfrentaron con un único objetivo: Obtener el perdón. Si bien, su entendimiento del perdón era erróneo, hay algunas lecciones importantes que podemos aprender de este conflicto.
Muchas veces damos por hecho que Dios así lo quiere.
Jem Duducu talks Ridley Scott's new film Napoleon, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Virginia Kirkby. Jem is the host of the Condensed Histories podcast, the author of Hollywood and History and The Napoleonic Wars in a Hundred Facts.Jem's first love has always been history, ever since he saw the Sutton Hoo helmet as a small boy. He now works as a freelance trainer which has allowed him to hone his presentation and communications skills and has been posting articles about history online since 2012. He has been writing history books for Amberley Publishing since 2013. His style has been described as an historical guide; as he says “I take the reader/viewer on an introductory journey on a topic they may know little to nothing about”. The list of books include: The Busy Person's Guide to British History, The British Empire in 100 facts, Deus Vult a Concise History of the Crusades, The Napoleonic Wars in 100 facts, The Romans in 100 Facts, Forgotten History Unbelievable Moments from the Past, & The American Presidents in 100 Facts.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/writers-on-film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Master Phil in Your Corner Podcast EP113: Deus Vult! Bergen Catholic Wrestling Dom Santoli Special Guest: Dom Santoli: Newly crowned head coach of the heralded Bergen Catholic Wrestling team. They boast of 65 individuals winning 130 state medals #masterphilinyourcorner #masterphil #philross #fitness #selfdefense #fighting #kettlebells #kettlebellworkshop #kettlebellking #bodybellmethod #bodybell #strength #strengthandconditioning #personaltrainer #knifefighting #mma #bjj #martialarts #boxing #kickboxing #podcast #professor #weightlifting #training #warriorisland #PPVFlix #upathlete #p3traninggroup #healthisawealth #fitteam #combat #combatarts #bladewielder #survivalstrong #onesleevebjj #domsantoli #bergencatholic #bergencatholicwrestling #wrestling Welcome to the Master Phil In Your Corner Podcast Episode 113 Let's first thank our sponsors: PhilRoss.com: Kettlebells & Bodyweight, Self Defense, Martial Arts – Virtual and in person training. Virtual through Patreon at MasterPhilRoss (if you just want me – over 150 videos plus education) and BurnAlong – with access to over 2000 other instructors. Survivalstrong.philross.com – 6 training modules, a manual and 20 workouts. Books: Survival Strong 2nd Edition dropping in less than 30 days, Ferocious Fitness and The Kettlebell Workout Library Seminars and Certifications through the BodyBell Method, the minimalist approach to strength and fitness – ACE and NASM certified and Survival Strong – defensive tactics and body conditioning. Winning Mindset: Athlete, Team and corporate coaching: One on One, presentations and workshops. P3 Training Group: Plan, Prepare, Protect – in person and online courses and workshops for civilians and law enforcement for active threat training. Health is a Wealth: Virtual community outreach platform for mental and physical health, wellness, fitness and education. PPVFlix: The Warrior Island Show as well as other programming The Under Project: Supportive and Comfortable underwear for men. FITTEAM: 100% Natural protein, supplements, vitamins and assorted health products. OneSleeve.store - BJJ: Rash guards, Shorts, Shirts, Hoodies and all sorts of other Fight Uniforms and apparel. Use the CODE: PhilRoss --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/philip-g-ross/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/philip-g-ross/support
Our heroes finally bring this chapter to a close after chasing the demon away from the shrine of St Sebastian and uncovering answers to the final remaining questions. A fitting send off for Patrick as he gets ready to take a break from being the guild slut. Players: Patrick, Duck, Pete A., Backdoor (missing). GM: Art. System: Savage Worlds.
On this week's episode we're discussing the ancient origins which inform our collective cultural superstition of Friday the 13th. We talk about some of the bad things which have happened, if an unlucky day can be measured statistically and the mysteriously connected stories from both Norse mythology and The Bible which strongly inform our belief in Friday the 13ths dreaded unluckiness. We also begin to tell the tale of how Friday the 13th has strong roots in the history of The Knights Templar and address a huge piece of the puzzle that I've never heard outside of my own research. In the extended version of the episode we continue with the history of the Knights Templar and dive right into what exactly made them such an unprecedented force on the world stage. We talk about what made them exceptional among other knights and members of the Church before finally digging into the shocking details of the heresies and secret initiatory rituals which were accused of the Templars during their spectacular downfall. In the end we discuss their continued legacy, how it relates to Friday the 13th and take a rare deep dive on the esoteric truths contained in the symbol of The Baphomet. Thank you and enjoy the show!Thank you Tim Hacker of the Cryptic Chronicles Podcast for writing the sections regarding Balder and the Norse Myths. Heka Astra's GoFundMe Page!https://gofund.me/1d670a57On this week's episode we discuss:-Friggatriskaidekaphobia-Friday the 13th stats-Disasters on Friday the 13th-The Maligning of Frigga-Loki's Cunning Insults-Odin's Wrath-The Snub of Eris and the Golden Apple-Balder The Beautiful-The Betrayal of Judas-The Church of the Holy Sepulcher-The Byzantine Empire and First Crusades-Deus VultIn the extended version of the show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we go much further to discuss:-The Sack of Jerusalem-Hugues De Payen-The Dome Of the Rock-Bernard of Clairvaux's Influence on the Order-Dress Code-Codes of Conduct-Philip the Fair and Pope Clement V-Accusations of Heresy-Secret Initiatory Rituals-Friday the 13th, 1307-Jacque DeMolay-The Jolly Roger-Skull and Bones-The Esoteric Truths of the BaphometEach host is responsible for writing and creating the content they present with the exception of the Norse Mythology sections written by Tim Hacker of Cryptic Chronicles Podcast Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitMusic By Spirit Travel Plaza:https://open.spotify.com/artist/30dW3WB1sYofnow7y3V0YoSupport the show
Our players face off against some of the biggest evils in their midst and explore hidden nooks. Players: Duck, Pete A, Matt, Patrick. GM: Art. System: Savage Worlds.
A special episode dedicated to examining the conditions that led to the First Crusade, and the side effects that Crusade had upon England, and London. We are not going to try and tell the story of the crusade, but just go try to place the crusade into context, and get a glimpse of the social, economic, theological and political impact it was to have at the time and in the years to come.
Duck, Art, and Patrick zig instead of zag when down a few players for a Deus Vult session. We take Diaspora for a spin and see how this Traveller-inspired Fate module works with some system creation. Caller: Duck. Players: Patrick, Art. System: Fate.
Having regrouped, the party goes after the recently possessed Little Jimmy as things start to come to a head. Players: Backdoor, Duck, Pete A, Patrick. GM: Art. System: Savage Worlds.
The investigation takes some turns as The Order digs deeper into the miracle at the shrine of St. Sebastian. Players: Duck, Backdoor, Patrick, Pete A. GM: Art. System: Savage Worlds.
Episode 222. I'm joined by my partners in thought crime from the Privy Council, Joe Dolio and the Virginia Gentleman, to discuss the very real Leftist Red Terror occurring now killing Christians and the appropriate response. Deus Vult. The Guerilla's Guide to the Baofeng Radio is a #1 Bestseller! Knightsbridge Research discount code: SCOUT Nehemiah Strong discount code: SCOUT1 Radio Contra Sponsors: Civil Defense Manual Tactical Wisdom Blacksmith Publishing Radio Contra Patron Program Brushbeater Training Calendar Brushbeater Forum Palmetto State Armory Primary Arms
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Episodio 54 - Las Cruzadas - Parte 1En el primer episodio de Communio Sanctorum, echamos un vistazo a las distintas formas de estudiar la historia a lo largo del tiempo. En el mundo antiguo, la historia era, la mayoría de las veces, propaganda. El viejo adagio de que "la historia la escriben los vencedores" era ciertamente cierto para los antiguos. Con la implantación del Método Científico en la Era Moderna, la investigación y el registro de la historia se hicieron más imparciales y precisos. Estaba lejos de ser un informe puro, pero ya no podía considerarse propaganda descarada. La Era Posmoderna ha visto un retorno a la parcialidad; esta vez una sospecha casi instintiva de TODOS los intentos anteriores de registrar la historia. Incluso los intentos de la Modernidad de documentar la historia son sospechosos y se asumen como culpables de registrar poco más que la parcialidad de los autores, aunque sus trabajos fueran anotados con datos bibliográficos y revisados por otras autoridades. Los críticos posmodernos adoptan la presuposición de que toda la historia registrada es una invención, especialmente si hay algo heroico o virtuoso. Si es una historia oscura de desesperanza y tragedia, bueno, entonces, tal vez pueda aceptarse. Es casi como si los posmodernos quisieran compensar la afición de los antiguos historiadores a la propaganda. Los posmodernos tachan la historia de "neg-propaganda", si puedo acuñar una palabra.Intentemos despojarnos de nuestros prejuicios, aunque no podamos hacerlo del todo, al examinar las Cruzadas. En lugar de añadir a los cristianos de Europa de los siglos XI y XII las sensibilidades de las personas que viven mil años después, intentemos comprender el razonamiento que hay detrás de la idea de tomar una horquilla o una espada y hacer un viaje que altera la vida a lo largo de cientos de kilómetros, a través de tierras extrañas, para arriesgar la vida por ¿Qué? Ah, sí, para librar a Tierra Santa de infieles paganos.Espera; Sr. Cruzado; ¿has estado alguna vez en Tierra Santa? ¿Posees allí tierras que te han robado? ¿Tienes parientes o amigos allí a los que tienes que proteger? ¿Has conocido a alguno de esos infieles? ¿Sabes en qué creen o por qué han invadido?¿No? Entonces, ¿por qué estás tan entusiasmado con la idea de marchar por medio mundo para liberar una tierra que no te ha interesado mucho antes de un pueblo del que no sabes nada?¿Lo ves? Deben existir fuerzas poderosas en las mentes y los corazones de los pueblos de Europa para que acudan en tan gran número a una Cruzada. Puede que nos parezcan terriblemente mal concebidas sus razones para emprender una cruzada, pero estaban totalmente entregadas a ellas.Las Cruzadas reflejaron un nuevo dinamismo en el cristianismo de la Europa medieval. La gente estaba impulsada por el fervor religioso, el ansia de aventura y, por supuesto, si se podía aportar algo de riqueza personal, mejor. Durante 200 años, los cruzados intentaron expulsar a los musulmanes de Tierra Santa. Parece que todos los personajes pintorescos de esta época se involucraron en la causa, desde Pedro el Ermitaño en la 1ª Cruzada, hasta el piadoso Luis IX, rey de Francia, que inspiró la 6ª y 7ª.Muchos europeos de la época medieval consideraban la peregrinación como una forma de penitencia especialmente conmovedora. Estas peregrinaciones solían ser viajes a un lugar santo local o a un santuario erigido para conmemorar un milagro, o a catedrales donde se guardaban las reliquias de algún santo en un relicario. Pero había una peregrinación que se consideraba que obtenía una dosis especial de gracia: un viaje a la Ciudad Santa de Jerusalén. Los mercaderes de Jerusalén hacían un buen negocio al mantener la constante avalancha de peregrinos cristianos abastecidos con comida, alojamiento y, por supuesto, recuerdos sagrados. Algunos peregrinos iban solos; otros, en grupo -versiones antiguas de la actual gira por Tierra Santa-. Cuando los peregrinos llegaban a Jerusalén, hacían la ronda por todos los puntos de interés tradicionales. Recorrieron la Vía Dolorosa hasta el Calvario y luego se sentaron a orar durante horas. Cuando estos peregrinos volvían a casa, eran estimados por su comunidad como verdaderos santos; figuras elevadas de la espiritualidad.Durante siglos, los peregrinos pacíficos viajaron de Europa a Palestina. La llegada del Islam a Oriente Medio en el siglo VII no interfirió. En el siglo X, los obispos europeos organizaron peregrinaciones masivas a Tierra Santa. La más grande que conocemos partió de Alemania en 1065, con unos 7.000 viajeros. Son muchos autobuses.Impedir el viaje de un peregrino era considerado por la Iglesia medieval como una grave infracción del protocolo, porque ponías en peligro su salvación. Si su peregrinaje era una penitencia por algún pecado, podías negarle el perdón al alterar su curso. La mentalidad de los cristianos europeos pasó a ser de extremo cuidado para no interferir con los peregrinos una vez que se habían puesto en marcha.Todo esto se enfrentó a un gran problema en el siglo XI, cuando una nueva fuerza musulmana tomó el control de Oriente Medio. Los turcos Selyúcidas, nuevos y fanáticos conversos al Islam, llegaron para saquear la región. Se apoderaron de Jerusalén de sus compatriotas musulmanes y luego se desplazaron hacia el norte, a Asia Menor.El Imperio Bizantino intentó desesperadamente detener su avance, pero en la batalla de Manzikert, en 1071, los turcos capturaron al emperador oriental y dispersaron su ejército. En pocos años se perdió casi toda Asia Menor, la principal fuente de riqueza y tropas bizantinas, y el nuevo emperador bizantino envió frenéticos llamamientos a Occidente en busca de ayuda. Suplicó a la nobleza europea y al Papa, buscando mercenarios que ayudaran a rescatar el territorio perdido.Entonces, empezaron a llegar informes sobre el abuso de los peregrinos cristianos en los caminos controlados por los turcos hacia Jerusalén. El goteo se convirtió en una corriente, en un río. Incluso cuando los peregrinos no eran maltratados, estaban sujetos a fuertes multas para viajar a través de tierras musulmanas.La descripción estándar y breve del inicio de la Primera Cruzada es la siguiente En 1095, el emperador oriental Alejo I envió una petición urgente de ayuda contra los musulmanes al Papa Urbano II. El Papa respondió predicando uno de los sermones más influyentes de la historia. En un campo cercano a Clermont (Francia), dijo a la enorme multitud que se había reunido: "Vuestros hermanos orientales os han pedido ayuda. Los turcos y los árabes han conquistado sus territorios. Yo, o mejor dicho, el Señor os ruega que destruyáis esa vil raza de sus tierras".Pero en el llamamiento de Urbano había algo más que liberar a Oriente de las hordas infieles. También mencionó la necesidad europea de más tierras. Dijo: "Porque esta tierra que habitáis es demasiado estrecha para vuestra numerosa población, ni abunda en riquezas, y apenas proporciona alimentos suficientes para sus cultivadores. Por eso os matáis y os devoráis unos a otros, entráis en el camino del Santo Sepulcro, arrebatáis esa tierra a la raza impía y la sometéis a vosotros mismos."Los papas y los obispos acostumbraban a hacer proclamas tan audaces y a lanzar llamamientos conmovedores. Casi siempre eran recibidos con fuertes "¡Amén!" y afirmaciones de la rectitud de su llamamiento. Después, la gente se iba a casa a comer y olvidaba enseguida todo lo que acababa de oír. Así que la respuesta al sermón de Urban de aquel día fue sorprendente. La multitud empezó a corear: "Deus vult = Dios lo quiere". Pero hicieron algo más que corear. Personas de todo el espectro socioeconómico de Europa iniciaron los preparativos para hacer precisamente lo que el Papa había dicho: ir a Jerusalén y liberarla de los musulmanes. Cosieron cruces en sus túnicas, las pintaron en sus escudos, encendieron las herrerías y fabricaron espadas, lanzas y mazas. Los plebeyos que no podían permitirse una armadura o armas de verdad, fabricaron garrotes y palos afilados.Iban a realizar un nuevo tipo de peregrinación. No como humildes adoradores, sino como guerreros armados. Su enemigo no era el mundo, la carne y el diablo; era el infiel musulmán que profanaba los Santos Lugares.¡Cuando el Papa terminó su apasionado llamamiento ante la fuerte afirmación de la multitud, declaró que su lema Deus Vult! sería el grito de guerra de los cruzados en la próxima campaña.Los peregrinos acordaron dirigirse hacia el este como pudieran, reuniéndose en Constantinopla. Luego se formarían en ejércitos y marcharían hacia el sur, hacia el enemigo.La Primera Cruzada estaba en marcha.Cuando se corrió la voz en Francia y Alemania sobre la santa misión, personas de todos los niveles sociales se vieron envueltas en el fervor cruzado. Un entusiasmo similar se observó en las Fiebre del Oro de California y del Yukón. No es difícil entender por qué. Debemos tener cuidado en este punto porque, alejados por mil años, no podemos presumir de conocer las motivaciones que dieron forma a las acciones de cada cruzado, aunque no son pocos los historiadores que afirman poder hacerlo. Seguramente los motivos eran variados y diversos. Algunos, por simple obediencia a la Iglesia y al Papa, creían que era la voluntad de Dios expulsar a los musulmanes de Tierra Santa. Al ser campesinos analfabetos, no podían leer la Biblia ni conocer la voluntad de Dios al respecto. Creían que el deber del Papa era decirles lo que Dios quería y confiaban en que lo haría. Cuando el Papa declaró que todo aquel que muriera por la causa santa se libraría del purgatorio y entraría directamente en el cielo, se proporcionó todo el incentivo necesario para ir a miles de personas que vivían con el temor constante de no ser nunca lo suficientemente buenos para merecer el cielo.Otro poderoso incentivo era la oportunidad de obtener riqueza. La Europa medieval estaba encerrada en un rígido feudalismo que mantenía a los pobres en una pobreza perpetua. Sencillamente, no se podía superar el nivel social en el que se había nacido. Una Cruzada ofrecía una oportunidad de lo impensable. El botín de una campaña exitosa podía aportar una gran riqueza, incluso a un campesino. Y los que volvían se ganaban una reputación de guerreros que podía llevarlos a ellos y a sus hijos a puestos de relativo honor en el ejército de un noble.Los riesgos eran grandes; pero los beneficios, tangibles y significativos. Así que miles de personas adoptaron la causa de los cruzados.El problema para los miles de campesinos que querían ir era que ningún noble les guiaba. Al contrario, los nobles querían que sus siervos se quedaran en casa y atendieran sus campos y granjas. Pero el llamamiento del Papa se había dirigido a todos y ningún noble quería que se le viera contradiciendo a la Iglesia. Así que esperaban que nadie se levantara para dirigirlos. Fue uno de esos momentos de profundo vacío de liderazgo que pedía ser llenado; quien lo llenó fue un hombre conocido como Pedro el Ermitaño.De todos los cruzados, Pedro era seguramente el que tenía el aroma más fuerte. El monje no se había bañado en décadas. Iba montado en un burro que, según los testigos presenciales, tenía un notable parecido con su dueño. La predicación de Pedro era aún más poderosa que su olor. En 9 meses, reunió a 20.000 campesinos bajo su bandera, y luego emprendió el largo y difícil camino hacia el este, hacia Constantinopla.Crearon el caos nada más llegar. Las quejas por los robos llegaron a la oficina del emperador. Sabía que estos campesinos de Europa occidental no eran rivales para los musulmanes, pero no podía dejarlos acampar en su ciudad. Los llevaron al otro lado del río, donde inmediatamente empezaron a saquear las casas de los cristianos orientales. Muchos de estos campesinos pobres, incultos y analfabetos habían venido en busca de un botín y lo vieron en abundancia allí mismo. Ya habían viajado mucho desde su casa y ahora se encontraban entre un pueblo que hablaba una lengua diferente, vestía con estilos distintos y comía alimentos diferentes. "¡Vaya, no se parecen en nada a los cristianos! ¿Y qué es lo que dices? ¿Esta gente no sigue al Papa? Bueno, entonces quizá no sean cristianos. ¿No nos propusimos luchar contra los infieles? Aquí hay algunos. Pongámonos a trabajar"."¡Pero estos no son musulmanes!""De acuerdo. Llegaremos a un acuerdo. No los mataremos; sólo les quitaremos sus cosas".El ejército de campesinos de Pedro supuso una tensión adicional en las ya malas relaciones entre las iglesias orientales y romanas. Dos meses después, los campesinos marcharon directamente a una emboscada musulmana y fueron aniquilados. Pedro, que estaba en Constantinopla reuniendo suministros, fue el único superviviente. Entonces se unió a otro ejército, éste dirigido por la nobleza europea, que llegó mucho después que los campesinos. Estos cruzados derrotaron a los musulmanes en Antioquía y continuaron hacia Jerusalén.Los musulmanes no se tomaron en serio este segundo movimiento de la Cruzada. No es difícil entender por qué. Acababan de derrotar fácilmente a una gran fuerza de europeos. Suponían que harían lo mismo con la fuerza más pequeña que venía ahora contra ellos. Lo que no sabían era que esta fuerza, aunque efectivamente era más pequeña, era la flor y nata de la clase guerrera europea; caballeros montados y acorazados que se habían criado en la batalla.El 15 de julio de 1099, Jerusalén cayó en manos de los cruzados. Fue una masacre brutal. Alrededor del Monte del Templo, la sangre fluía hasta los tobillos. Los recién nacidos fueron arrojados contra los muros. No sólo los musulmanes conocieron la ira de los cruzados. Una sinagoga fue incendiada, matando a los judíos atrapados en su interior. Algunos de los cristianos nativos también fueron pasados a cuchillo. Hasta el día de hoy, la matanza masiva de la Primera Cruzada afecta a la forma en que los judíos y los musulmanes perciben la fe cristiana.Pero -y esto no pretende ser en absoluto una justificación de la brutalidad de las Cruzadas- parece un poco hipócrita que los musulmanes condenen las atrocidades de las Cruzadas cuando fue por los mismos medios que reclamaron la Tierra Santa en el siglo VII. Mucho antes de que el Papa ofreciera erróneamente la absolución a los cruzados y la promesa del cielo a los que murieran en la campaña, el Islam prometió el paraíso a los musulmanes que murieran en la Yihad. Históricamente, mientras que la fe cristiana se ha extendido por la labor de los misioneros humanitarios, el islam se ha extendido por la espada. O podríamos decir que, mientras el verdadero cristianismo se expande con la espada del Espíritu, el islam lo hace con la espada de acero.Tras la conquista de Jerusalén, los cruzados crearon cuatro estados en Oriente Medio: el Reino de Jerusalén, el Condado de Trípoli, el Principado de Antioquía y el Condado de Edesa.A esta Primera Cruzada le siguieron ocho más, ninguna de ellas realmente capaz de lograr el éxito de la primera, si es que podemos llamarlo éxito. En total, los logros de las Cruzadas duraron menos de 200 años. Pero un logro importante fue la reapertura del comercio internacional entre Europa y el Lejano Oriente, algo que había parado durante unos cientos de años.Las Cruzadas han resultado ser el centro de muchos estudios y debates históricos. Suelen estar relacionadas con la situación política y social de la Europa del siglo XI, el surgimiento de un movimiento reformista en el seno del papado y el enfrentamiento político y religioso del cristianismo y el islam en Oriente Medio. El Califato Omeya había conquistado Siria, Egipto y el norte de África al Imperio Bizantino, predominantemente cristiano, y España a los visigodos cristianos arrianos. Cuando los omeyas se derrumbaron en el norte de África, surgieron varios reinos musulmanes más pequeños y atacaron Italia en el siglo IX. Pisa, Génova y Cataluña lucharon contra varios reinos musulmanes por el control del Mediterráneo.Los cruzados estaban envalentonados en sus perspectivas de éxito en Tierra Santa debido a los éxitos que habían tenido en la Reconquista, la conquista de los moros musulmanes en la Península Ibérica. A principios del siglo XI, los caballeros franceses se unieron a los españoles en su campaña para recuperar su patria. Poco antes de la Primera Cruzada, el Papa Urbano II animó a los cristianos españoles a reconquistar Tarragona, utilizando gran parte del mismo simbolismo y retórica que más tarde empleó para predicar la Cruzada a los pueblos de Europa.Europa occidental se estabilizó después de que los sajones, vikingos y húngaros se incorporaran a la Iglesia a finales del siglo X. Pero la desaparición del Imperio carolingio dio lugar a toda una clase de guerreros que no tenían más que luchar entre ellos. La guerra incesante mermó la fuerza y la riqueza de Europa. Europa necesitaba un enemigo externo contra el que pudiera dirigir su ira. Como vimos en un episodio anterior, aunque la violencia de los caballeros era condenada regularmente por la Iglesia, y se intentaba regularla en los tratados conocidos como Paz y Tregua de Dios, los caballeros ignoraron en gran medida estos intentos de pacificación. La Iglesia necesitaba una amenaza externa hacia la que pudiera dirigir el ansia de batalla de los caballeros.También fue en esta época cuando los Papas estaban en constante competencia con los emperadores de Occidente por la cuestión de la investidura, es decir, la cuestión de quién tenía la autoridad para nombrar obispos: la Iglesia o la nobleza. En algunas de las disputas entre la Iglesia y el Estado, los papas no se privaron de llamar a los caballeros y nobles que les eran leales para que hicieran retroceder el poder del emperador y de los nobles recalcitrantes. Así que la movilización de una fuerza armada por parte del Papa no estaba tan fuera de contexto.Otra razón por la que el Papa Urbano convocó la Primera Cruzada puede haber sido su deseo de afirmar el control sobre Oriente. Recuerda que el Gran Cisma se había producido 40 años antes y las iglesias habían estado divididas desde entonces. Aunque los historiadores sugieren que ésta es una de las razones que impulsaron al Papa Urbano a iniciar la Cruzada, no hay pruebas en ninguna de sus cartas de que esto influyera en sus planes.Hasta la llegada de los cruzados, los bizantinos habían luchado continuamente contra los turcos musulmanes por el control de Asia Menor y Siria. Los Selyúcidas, musulmanes suníes, habían gobernado en un tiempo el Gran Imperio Selyúcida, pero en la Primera Cruzada se había dividido en varios estados más pequeños enfrentados entre sí. Si la Primera Cruzada se hubiera librado sólo una década antes, probablemente habría sido aplastada por una fuerza Selyúcida unida. Pero cuando llegaron a Oriente Medio, los Selyúcidas estaban enfrentados entre sí.Egipto y la mayor parte de Palestina estaban controlados por el Califato árabe Chiíta Fatimí, que era mucho más pequeño desde la llegada de los Selyúcidas. La guerra entre los fatimíes y los Selyúcidas causó grandes trastornos a los cristianos locales y a los peregrinos occidentales. Los fatimíes perdieron Jerusalén a manos de los Selyúcidas en 1073, y luego la reconquistaron en 1098, justo antes de la llegada de los cruzados.Como dije al principio de este episodio, esto es sólo un resumen de la Primera Cruzada. Como se trata de un momento tan crucial en la Historia de la Iglesia, volveremos a él en nuestro próximo episodio.Para terminar, quiero decir una vez más: "Gracias" a todos los amables comentarios y a los que han dado un "me gusta" a la página de Facebook de CS.De vez en cuando menciono que CS está apoyado únicamente por unos pocos suscriptores. Probablemente puedas decir que el podcast es el típico arreglo de un solo autor, "un tipo, un micrófono y una computadora". Estoy muy agradecido a los que de vez en cuando envían una donación para que CS siga adelante.
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