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The Catacombs of Rome: Underground Christian Burial and Persecution
In this episode, Lucas and Luna descend into the dark labyrinth of Rome's catacombs—the underground burial networks used by early Christians from the 2nd to 5th centuries. They explore how the catacombs were dug, decorated, and used for worship during times of persecution. Lucas explains the role of the fossors, the grave-diggers who excavated the tunnels, and describes the vivid frescoes and inscriptions that survive, from the Good Shepherd to the Ichthys fish symbol. The conversation touches on the Roman legal status of Christian burial societies, the catacombs' rediscovery in the…
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