Neil MacGregor's series on the role and expression of beliefs continues with a focus on societies and faiths with a single god.
Using objects from both ancient Babylon and ancient Egypt, Neil examines how one god could become central to worship in these societies.
Producer Paul Kobrak
Produced in partnership with the British Museum
Photograph (c) The Trustees of the British Museum.
Published on Tuesday, 21st November 2017.
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