Ancient Culture Wars?

The video explores the intellectual crisis in 5th century Athens, focusing on figures like Annexaggerus, who challenged traditional religious beliefs with scientific explanations, leading to his exile. It also discusses Prodigus' ideas and the famous trial of Socrates for impiety, highlighting a pattern of religious trials in Athens, including the case of Endosides. The Athenians' struggle to reconcile religion and science during a time of political turmoil is a central theme.

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