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A devout Anglican and a dedicated Spiritualist, Charles Nicholson (1808- 1903) was also the co founder of the University of Sydney and the benefactor of the museum which bears his name. Filled with the antiquities he purchased with his considerable wealth, the Nicholson Museum is only a part of this extraordinary Australian's achievements, which included business, politics and medicine.
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Prosperity and political acumen is what Presbyterians became famous for in 19th Century Victoria. Their strong moral and disciplinary code made them natural leaders, but their tendency toward wealth could be a double edged sword. Malcolm Wood's meticulous history sheds new light on Francis Ormond and the Hon James Balfour among others.
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He became known as the Luther of medicine for his reformist medical practices, but Paracelsus, who was born in Switzerland in 1493, was also a religious man. Read Transcript
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In northern Israel, the late archaeologist Avraham Biran discovered the ancient site of Dan, settled by the warrior tribe of Dan. Here, Biran discovered an ancient Canaanite Gate, the altar to the Golden Calf, and the only stone inscription of "The House of David". Archaeological tour guide, Walter Zanger tells the story on location. Read Transcript
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