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Neil MacGregor focuses on special gatherings and how they shape a communal identity.

Neil MacGregor continues his series on the expression of shared beliefs in communities around the world and across time, and focuses on festivals, and their role in shaping a communal identity.

Producer Paul Kobrak

Produced in partnership with the British Museum
Photograph (c) The Trustees of the British Museum.

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14 minutes

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Sun 17 Jul 202200:15
BBC Radio 4

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  • Fri 10 Nov 201709:45
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Fri 10 Nov 201719:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 15 Jul 202214:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Sun 17 Jul 202200:15
    BBC Radio 4

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  • Living with the Gods

    Neil MacGregor explores the role and expression of shared beliefs around the world.