The Other God: Dualist Religions From Antiquity... -
Traces the evolution of dualism from late Egyptian religion, the revelations of Zoroaster, and the Orphics through to the Dead Sea Scrolls and Gnostic teachers.
Includes an extensive bibliography and index for further research. The Other God: Dualist Religions From Antiquity...
Detailed examination of the Bogomils and Cathars in medieval Europe, viewing them as heirs to ancient dualist traditions. Traces the evolution of dualism from late Egyptian
Features maps and tables to illustrate the geographical spread of dualist movements. Features maps and tables to illustrate the geographical
Roughly 490 pages, commonly found as part of the Yale Nota Bene series.
The book by Yuri Stoyanov is a comprehensive study of religious dualism—the belief that the universe is a battleground between opposing forces of good and evil. Key Thematic Features
Integrates political, cultural, and religious history to explain how these systems developed in response to contemporary political shifts and social conditions.