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Mansa Musa's Daily Rituals and the Weight of Gold
While previous episodes have explored Mansa Musa’s hajj, his architectural projects in Timbuktu, and the economic shockwaves of his gold devaluation in Cairo, this episode turns inward to the daily life of the Mali court. We examine the physical reality of ruling an empire built on salt and gold, focusing on the specific rituals that reinforced his divine authority. Lucas and Luna discuss the ceremonial use of gold dust in private audiences, the role of the jeliw in chronicling these moments, and the intricate social codes defined by the Kouroukan Fouga. You will hear about the specific…
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