Professor Dave Explains
Introduction to Modern Philosophy: The Emergence of Rationalism
With medieval philosophy covered, it's time to dive into modern philosophy, which started with the Renaissance, and lasted until the turn of the 20th century. The beginning of this era is market by the onset of rationalism and...
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World War II
Those who take the U.S. Citizenship Test must understand the reasons behind the United States’ involvement in World War II, why the U.S. was initially neutral, and what happened as a result of Imperial Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor in...
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Kateri Tekakwitha: First North American Indigenous Saint
Kateri Tekakwitha's journey from a Mohawk village to Catholic sainthood reflects the intertwined tales of faith and colonization in 17th century America.
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Yarrow Mamout: From Slavery to Financier
African Muslim Yarrow Mamout rose from a life of slavery to become a popular businessman in Washington, D.C. Artist Charles Willson Peale painted his portrait and discovered his incredible story.
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Integrity: Schechter Brothers
In the 1930s, Jewish butchers the Schechter brothers showed integrity when they fought what they felt were unjust regulations, in order to uphold their faith and customer trust.
Learning Mole
Church of Saint Siva
Learn about the amazing Church of Saint Siva in Serbia. Discover it's exciting history and past.
The Guardian
Getting rid of the beard is a challenge': the secret world of Asian drag queens
Meet Ali, a gay Pakistani asylum-seeker preparing for his first performance as a drag queen. Ali fled Pakistan, where he was persecuted for being gay, but now faces abuse from his neighbours in London. Mentored by Asifa Lahore, the UK's...
The Guardian
Love jihad: India's lethal religious conspiracy theory
The mutilated body of a 24-year-old Muslim, Arbaaz Aftab Mullah, was discovered on a railway track near his home. His family believe he was murdered because of his interfaith relationship with a Hindu woman and that he is one of the...
The Guardian
Sudan's deadly military coup: will the fight for democracy ever be won?
Sudan has had more military coups than any other country in Africa, having undergone three popular uprisings since its independence from British colonial rule. The most recent revolution in 2019 is still under way, with protesters...
The Guardian
Muslim Americans on life after 9/11: 'The toll has been huge'
In the years that followed the terrorist attacks, Muslim Americans faced intense suspicion and discrimination. Here, Kausam Salam, Zainab Johnson, Sabiha Hussain, Mehdi Hasan and Jaime 'Mujahid' Fletcher reflect on the events of that day...
The Guardian
Apocalypse, how? A survival guide to the end of the world
We live in uncertain times. With global tensions escalating and unpredictable leaders like Donald Trump, Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin in office, increasing numbers of people are turning to self-sufficiency as insurance against...
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Signs You Might Be Struggling With Scrupulosity (Religious OCD)
Do you sometimes feel like you're being too hard on yourself? That maybe your thoughts and feelings just don't line up with what everyone else seems to believe? If so, you might be struggling with scrupulosity. In this video, I talk...
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Towards An Open Debate
Historian David Hollinger (UC Berkeley) relates his frustration of having religious beliefs being simultaneously private and independent of the American political culture.
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High Five Facts - Christ the Redeemer
This video explores five fun facts about Christ the Redeemer.
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Experiencing Tribalism
Historian David Hollinger (UC Berkeley) relates his early experiences with religious tribalism that left a great impression on him.
Schooling Online
T.S. Eliot - Journey Of The Magi Lesson 1
Enjoy the Nativity story as you’ve never seen it before! In this lesson, we analyse lines 1-20 from ‘Journey of the Magi’ using easy explanations and fun visuals. Meet the famous Magi from the East and hear all about their tough journey...
Schooling Online
T.S. Eliot - Journey Of The Magi Lesson 2
Join us for our 2nd and final lesson on TS Eliot’s spiritual poem ‘Journey of the Magi’. Our magus is waiting to tell you what it was like to attend the Christ Child’s birth. Was it life-changing? You bet! But perhaps not in the ways you...
Hip Hughes History
Christianity 101: Religions in Global History
A short overview of Christianity. Please support the World History Playlist!
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Buddhism Explained: Religions in Global History
What does a Buddhist believe? What are the basic beliefs of Buddhists? An introductory lecture to the basics of Buddhism. Please consider support HHH this summer for more World History vids for the kiddies!
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Tortured Artist: Van Gogh's Stunning Story & Facial Re-Creations Revealed | Royalty Now
Vincent van Gogh: What is his true story? And of course, what is his true face? Vincent Van Gogh is known as the quintessential “tortured artist”. His life was spent as something of a pilgrim - van Gogh was constantly on a quest to find...
Mister Simplify
Fowler's Stages of Faith Development - Simplest Explanation Ever
In the same bracket as the developmental theories developed by Piaget, Kohlberg or Erikson, Fowler's Stages of Faith Development focuses on the development of Faith in a human being. This video covers the important aspects of Fowler's...
Amor Sciendi
Art and Faith | AmorSciendi Theory of Knowledge
This is another video with themes from my Theory of Knowledge class, and another video where I draw heavily from my experience studying and teaching Renaissance/Reformation history. I'm keeping the long format video/essay style for now,...
Mediacorp
Baba Ramdev: India's God Man and Yoga Master
This video explores the world of Baba Ramdev, India's most famous God man. With a $300 million estate and plans to open 700 schools, Baba Ramdev aims to address India's failing education system. However, the video also raises questions...
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Vietnam, Cadoaism Religion
Dao Cao Dai (Caodaism in English) is the third largest religion in Viet Nam, after Buddhism and Roman Catholicism. "Cao" means "high"; "Dai" means "palace". Caodai refers to the supreme palace where God reigns -- that is the Kingdom of...