Quest for truth and the quest for power
Description
The subject matter for episode three surrounds the influence of religious, military and economic powers throughout history and subsequent conflicts and collaborations. Since the time of the Greeks, philosophers and religious leaders have sought truth and yet the pursuit of knowledge has often involved hidden motivations including the thirst for power and control.
Runtime
62 min
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Date of Publication
2012
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Alexander Street
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