Phoenician Religion was a powerful yet often overlooked spiritual system that flourished across the Mediterranean long before Roman and Greek dominance. Known for their maritime prowess and invention of the alphabet, the Phoenicians also nurtured a complex polytheistic religion with roots in Canaanite tradition.
In this video, we explore the heart of Phoenician spirituality—from powerful gods like Baal and Astarte to controversial rituals and the lasting influence of their sacred practices. From Tyre and Sidon to Carthage, the Phoenicians carried their beliefs across the ancient world—shaping religious ideas from North Africa to Spain.
🔍 Topics Covered:
The pantheon of Phoenician gods: El, Baal, Astarte, Melqart, Eshmun, and Tanit
Temple worship, priesthoods, offerings, and religious festivals
The controversial topic of child sacrifice in Carthage
How Phoenician religion spread across the Mediterranean
The connection between Phoenician, Canaanite, and later Greco-Roman belief systems
This episode offers a deep and balanced look at a civilization whose religious legacy still echoes in the myths and rituals of later empires. Perfect for fans of ancient history, comparative religion, and lost civilizations.
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🔑 Keywords:
Phoenician religion, Baal and Astarte, ancient Canaanite beliefs, Melqart of Tyre, Phoenician rituals, Carthaginian religion, ancient Levant, sacred temples of Phoenicia, Punic spiritual traditions, ancient Mediterranean deities
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