Greg Pasciuto
@greg-pasciuto
Greg is a Massachusetts-based writer whose curiosity has always felt unquenchable. He is intrigued by stories from societies across time and around the world, regardless of geographic boundaries. His historical interests are particularly centered on the history of religion and the interactions of different cultural groups.
How the Moriscos Resisted the Spanish Inquisition
In the face of persecution by the Spanish Inquisition, many Moriscos used both arms and prophetic narratives to keep their Islamic identity alive.
The Persecution of the Conversos in Spain and Portugal
Caught between Judaism and Christianity, the Conversos of Spain and Portugal fell under widespread suspicion.
Why Did Ethiopian Rulers Claim to Be Descendants of King Solomon?
From the Medieval Period to the Modern Era, Ethiopian rulers rooted their legitimacy in claims of descent from the biblical King Solomon.
The Manila Galleons & Trans-Pacific Trade: What Did They Carry?
The Manila galleon trade was a crucial economic network linking Asia with Europe and the Americas for over 200 years.
6 Inquisition Cases From Colonial Mexico
The Mexican Inquisition dealt with thousands of cases during the Spanish colonial era. The following examples show how varied Inquisition trials in Mexico could be.
The Life of Lu Xun: Writing on China at a Crossroads
Lu Xun is one of the most famous authors in modern Chinese literature. He lived during a time of chaotic social transformation.
Bordeaux Wine in France: A Historical Primer
France is one of the three largest wine-producing countries on Earth. The southwestern Bordeaux wine region offers unique Bordeaux wines and a rich history.
What Was the Mandate of Heaven in Imperial China?
The Chinese world order outlined exactly how an emperor obtained the right to rule. He had to possess the Mandate of Heaven.
How Did the Kingdom of Aksum Give Birth to Ethiopian Christianity?
Under King Ezana and his successors, the Kingdom of Aksum became Africa’s first Christian state. This was the dawn of Ethiopian Christianity.
What Are the Rock-Cut Churches of Lalibela?
The town of Lalibela rests in the highlands of Ethiopia. Eleven extraordinary churches mark important pilgrimage sites for the Christian faithful.
Jansenism: The 17th Century Heresy That Divided the Church
During a time of Jesuit supremacy in Catholicism, a movement of theologians challenged prevailing doctrine. Harkening back to the Church Fathers, Jansenism was deemed heretical.
Just How Christian Was the Kingdom of Kongo?
Officially, the Kingdom of Kongo became the first Catholic state in Africa. But how closely did its people follow the religion?