Every Eradicated Religion Explained in 20 Minutes

#AncientReligions #ExtinctReligions
Every Eradicated Religion Gets Explained in 20 Minutes. These ancient extinct religions no longer exist, but were once very popular.

We explore the following forgotten beliefs:

0:00 Mithraism
0:55 Catharism (Cathars)
2:02 Canaanite Religion (Canaanism)
3:09 Aztec Religion (Aztecism)
4:28 Shakerism
5:20 Baltic Finnic Paganism
6:20 Orphism (Thracian Religion)
7:32 Olmec Religion
8:29 Celtic Paganism
9:32 Etruscan Religion
10:46 Manichaeism
12:07 Ancient Mesopotamian Faith
13:28 Vedism
14:31 Ājīvikism (Ajivika)
15:38 Minoanism
16:38 Atenism
17:31 Din-i Ilahi
18:38 Yahwism
19:25 Hittite Religion

#AncientReligions #Canaanism #Minoanism #ReligiousHistory #Cathars #Aztecreligion #oldreligionsoftheworld #forgottenreligions

[thealmightyoppai]

300 million people died are you kidding me? That would be double the entire population of Europe at the time. Where did you get your research?

[baltzy]

Vedic "Religion" wasn't Eradicated but was Transformed into Dharma (Today's Hinduism) and then further split into Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism.

We all still follow majority of Vedic Rituals even Today with the Lone Exception of Animal Sacrifice but some Communities still Practice even that today but not many.

Also we Hindus at least (don't know about others for a fact) still do our Wedding Ceremonies using The Vedic Process that is called "Vedic Padhat" of getting Married.

[clem]

"the Inquisition caused 300 million deaths"

From that point on, i knew the video would'nt be too serious about its subject..

[SlaveOfDevas]

Fun fact: Mitra is a god in both vedic and iranian religion. Not only that mitra is the god of justice in hinduism and can remove sins of a person. He is also called rtavan aka the one with rta or the true order of life. This word actually is related to the english word right so you know that this is a very old indo european concept unlike dharma which is buddhist concept

[p_b]

I believe there are 3 Shakers now, since they got a new guy there. Great video 👍🏽

[natebrown]

6:14 those must have been some insane backshots

[Worldbreaker-db]

Claim: The Inquisition caused the deaths of 300 million people over its centuries of operation.
Response: This claim is both exaggerated and historically inaccurate. Here’s why:
1. Historical Scope of the Inquisition:
Claimed Fact: The Inquisition spanned over four centuries and caused widespread death across Europe and the Americas.
Counterpoint: While the Inquisition did span several centuries and caused significant suffering, reliable historical research does not support the figure of 300 million deaths. The major inquisitions (Medieval, Spanish, and Roman) targeted specific groups and regions, and their death tolls are estimated in the thousands, not hundreds of millions. Historical scholars such as Henry Kamen have studied the records and found that the Spanish Inquisition alone executed around 3, 000 to 5, 000 people over its entire history. Claims of a death toll in the hundreds of millions are unsupported by any credible evidence.
2.Misattributions of Death Toll:
Claimed Fact: Deaths during the Inquisition included widespread persecution and massacres across Europe and the Americas.
Counterpoint:The figure of 300 million often conflates deaths caused by the Inquisition with deaths from unrelated events such as wars, plagues, and other forms of persecution. For instance, the Bartholomew's Day Massacre, which is sometimes cited in these claims, resulted in about 2, 000 to 3, 000 deaths—far fewer than millions. Furthermore, deaths among indigenous populations due to European colonization and diseases are separate from the Inquisition’s activities and should not be counted as part of its toll.
3.Historical Evidence and Documentation:
Claimed Fact: The Inquisition was responsible for massive death tolls across various regions.
Counterpoint: Detailed historical records and research consistently show much lower figures. Documents from Inquisition trials, church archives, and scholarly reviews indicate a death toll in the tens of thousands rather than hundreds of millions. The Spanish Inquisition’s own records, as examined by historians, reveal far fewer executions than the inflated figures suggest.
4. Exaggeration and Sensationalism:
Claimed Fact: The Inquisition’s reign of terror led to millions of deaths across Europe and the New World.
Counterpoint: This figure is a sensational exaggeration often used for polemical purposes rather than based on historical fact. Reliable historical scholarship does not support such large numbers. Instead, accurate historical analysis shows that while the Inquisition was indeed brutal and led to significant suffering, the death tolls were far smaller and documented within a historical context that separates these events from other global tragedies.

5. Critical Historical Analysis
Claimed fact: The Inquisition's impact was so extensive that it resulted in over 300 million deaths.
Critical historical analysis involves separating different events and understanding their impact within context. The Inquisition’s activities should not be conflated with other historical atrocities or population losses. Accurate history is based on careful analysis of evidence, not on exaggerated figures. Peer-reviewed research consistently refutes the claim of 300 million deaths, emphasizing that while the Inquisition was a dark chapter in history, its true impact was far less than the sensational numbers suggest.
The claim that the Inquisition caused 300 million deaths is a dramatic exaggeration not supported by historical evidence. The Inquisition's impact, while significant and tragic, involves death tolls in the thousands rather than millions. Accurate historical analysis relies on credible research and context, not inflated figures.

[richardcrosby]

Mesoamerican religions, including the Aztec religion, are still being practiced today and are even experiencing something of a revival.

[ikebeckman]

The Minoan bull must have influenced the myth of the Minotaur

[Worldbreaker-db]

A Historical Examination of the Inquisition: Addressing Exaggerations and Defending Historical Accuracy:
The Inquisition, a complex and controversial chapter in history, is often cited in discussions about religious persecution and the broader impact of Christianity. Recent claims suggest that the Inquisition led to the deaths of 300 million people, an assertion that is both inflated and misleading. This essay provides a detailed examination of the claims made about the Inquisition, addressing each point in historical context to demonstrate why such exaggerated figures do not accurately reflect historical events. By critically analyzing these claims, we aim to defend the historical integrity of Christianity and clarify the true impact of the Inquisition.
1. The Cathar Crusade of the 1200s:
Claim: The Cathars, deemed heretical by the Pope, were eradicated by Simon de Montfort, resulting in mass deaths.
Historical Context and Analysis:
The Albigensian Crusade, launched in 1209, was a response to the Cathar heresy in southern France. The Cathars were a Christian sect with beliefs that were deemed heretical by the Catholic Church. The crusade, led by figures such as Simon de Montfort, was indeed brutal. During this period, significant violence was inflicted upon the Cathar community, with numerous battles and sieges resulting in substantial casualties.
However, the number of deaths attributed to the Albigensian Crusade is estimated to be in the tens of thousands, not the millions. For instance, the siege of Béziers in 1209 resulted in the deaths of around 7, 000 to 10, 000 people, including both Cathars and local residents. While the crusade was severe and devastating, it does not support the claim of millions of deaths. The exaggeration stems from conflating the specific events of the Albigensian Crusade with the broader Inquisition, leading to inflated death tolls.
The Albigensian Crusade was a targeted campaign to suppress a particular heretical movement rather than a systematic, prolonged period of widespread persecution that characterizes the Inquisition.
2. The Persecution of the Knights Templar (1300s):
Claim: The Knights Templar were persecuted by King Philip IV, leading to many deaths and the formation of secret societies like the Freemasons and Illuminati.
Historical Context and Analysis:
In 1307, King Philip IV of France launched a campaign against the Knights Templar, accusing them of heresy, blasphemy, and other crimes. This campaign was motivated by Philip’s desire to seize the Templars' wealth and consolidate his own power. The trials, conducted over several years, led to the arrest and execution of many Templars. Historical records suggest that approximately 100 to 200 Templars were executed, with many more being imprisoned or forced to renounce their order.
The assertion that the Templars formed secret societies like the Freemasons or the Illuminati is largely speculative and lacks substantial historical evidence. The Freemasons, for example, did not emerge until the late 16th and early 17th centuries, long after the suppression of the Templars. The notion that Templar persecution led to the creation of powerful secret societies is more legend than fact.
Moreover, this event, while significant, is not part of the Inquisition. The persecution of the Knights Templar was a separate and distinct episode from the activities of the Inquisition, which began later. The exaggeration of the Templar deaths and their alleged connection to secret societies inflates the historical impact and contributes to misleading narratives about the Inquisition.
3. Persecution and Expulsion of Jews (1400s):
Claim: The expulsion of Jews from Spain in the early 1400s resulted in significant deaths and migration.
Historical Context and Analysis:
The expulsion of Jews from Spain was formalized by the Alhambra Decree issued in 1492 by Ferdinand and Isabella. This decree required Jews to convert to Christianity or leave Spain. The expulsion had profound consequences for the Jewish community, leading to the forced conversion or departure of many individuals. Many Jews fled to other parts of Europe or to the Ottoman Empire, where they were generally treated with relative tolerance.
While the expulsion caused considerable hardship and suffering, the death toll associated with this event does not reach the millions. The hardships faced by the expelled Jews included economic and social challenges, but the claim of millions of deaths is an exaggeration. The expulsion should be understood as part of broader patterns of religious intolerance and persecution but is not directly related to the Inquisition’s actions.
The deaths resulting from the expulsion were significant but not to the extent suggested by inflated figures. The suffering of the Jewish community during this period was severe, but it should be recognized in its own historical context rather than conflated with the Inquisition.
4. The Spanish Inquisition (1400s–1600s):
Claim: The Spanish Inquisition was extremely harsh, leading to millions of deaths through persecution and torture.
Historical Context and Analysis:
The Spanish Inquisition, established in 1478, was notorious for its efforts to maintain Catholic orthodoxy in Spain. It used methods such as torture to extract confessions, leading to executions and severe punishments. However, historical research and documentation indicate that the death toll from the Spanish Inquisition was relatively modest compared to the exaggerated figures presented.
Estimates suggest that between 3, 000 and 5, 000 people were executed by the Spanish Inquisition over its entire history. While these figures reflect a considerable degree of persecution and suffering, they fall far short of the claimed millions. The Inquisition operated within a complex legal and social framework, and its activities, while harsh, were not as widespread or fatal as suggested by exaggerated claims.
The Spanish Inquisition's practices, including the use of torture and public executions, were indeed severe and should be acknowledged. However, the inflated numbers of deaths reflect a misinterpretation of the Inquisition’s impact, conflating its actions with other historical events to produce misleading figures.
5. Protestant Reformation and Related Conflicts:
Claim: The rise of Protestantism led to massive death tolls due to religious wars and massacres, such as the St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre.
Historical Context and Analysis:
The Protestant Reformation, which began in the 16th century, led to significant religious conflicts across Europe. The St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre of 1572, where thousands of Huguenots were killed, was one of the most notable events of this period. Historical estimates suggest that approximately 2, 000 to 3, 000 Huguenots were killed during the massacre, which was a severe and tragic event but did not result in millions of deaths.
The conflicts associated with the Reformation, including the Wars of Religion, were indeed bloody and impactful. However, the death toll from these conflicts should be understood separately from the Inquisition. The Reformation led to significant religious and political upheaval, but conflating its death toll with that of the Inquisition distorts historical understanding.
While the Reformation era was marked by considerable violence, including massacres and wars, the exaggerated figures about the number of deaths should be approached with caution. Accurate historical analysis separates these events from the Inquisition and considers their impact within a broader context.
6. Deaths of Indigenous Peoples in the Americas:
Claim: The Inquisition’s impact includes the deaths of indigenous peoples due to Spanish conquest and forced conversion.
Historical Context and Analysis:
The Spanish conquest of the Americas led to significant loss of life among indigenous populations, primarily due to warfare, disease, and forced labor. These deaths were not directly caused by the Inquisition but were a result of broader patterns of colonization and imperialism. The Inquisition's focus was primarily on religious orthodoxy in Europe, not on the colonization of the Americas.
The inclusion of indigenous deaths in the Inquisition’s death toll is a misrepresentation. The impact of Spanish colonization on indigenous populations is a distinct historical issue that should be addressed separately from the activities of the Inquisition.
The deaths of indigenous peoples due to Spanish conquest were tragic and significant, but they should not be attributed to the Inquisition. Understanding these events within their own historical framework helps provide a clearer picture of their impact and prevents the conflation of different historical phenomena.
Conclusion:
The claims of 300 million or even 200 million deaths attributed to the Inquisition are significantly exaggerated and do not reflect historical reality. The Inquisition was indeed a period marked by severe persecution and harsh practices, but the actual death toll, based on historical evidence, was in the thousands rather than millions. The Albigensian Crusade, the persecution of the Knights Templar, the expulsion of Jews, and the conflicts related to the Protestant Reformation are separate events that should not be conflated with the Inquisition.
Accurate historical analysis requires distinguishing between different events and understanding their specific contexts. While the Inquisition was a dark chapter in history, it did not result in the inflated death tolls claimed by sensationalist accounts. Defending the historical integrity of Christianity involves acknowledging its complex history while rejecting exaggerated and misleading claims. By addressing these claims in detail, we can better understand the true impact of the Inquisition and provide a more accurate representation of historical events.

[imaXenoX]

Vedic isn't eradicated we still do Yagyas mentioned in Vedas worship Surya it's eternal part of Hinduism don't spread misinformation

[darkranger]

"eradicated religions.. number 7.. Zoroastri-"

me, with a bone fire the size of a house in the 21 century : *GOOD THOUGHTS GOOD WORDS GOOD DEEDS*

[Jordan-ehfv]

300, 000, 000 deaths!? I don’t think there were even than many people alive on planet earth on that time. I think you were mistaken friend. Maybe 30, 000 or 300, 000?

[SubmissiveMemerality]

There’s a surviving Manichaen community in China from what I recall

[aniruddhadatta]

Mithra is also a indian vedic Deity ....but he is the Sun God and God of friendship and treaties

[govindomar]

Vedism didn't extint but evolved in Hinduism or sanatan dharma
Vedism and sanatan dharm both are same but sanatan dharm had some evolution

[CharlieMoomin]

Celtic paganism is definitrly still alive

[LegetusOptioxNarbonensii]

"300m killed in Christian Persecution"

Lmao how dumb do you have to believe to believe this?

[Leolanischpani]

I would love to see more of the Polynesian gods and native Americans ones too

[satyamindnectar]

Vedism is Vedic-Brahminism Brahminism later evolved more with philosophies amd and Denomination