The first Temple of Hera, built around 550 BC by the Greek colonists, is the oldest surviving temple in Paestum. Eighteenth-century archaeologists named it "The Basilica" because some mistakenly believed it to be a Roman building. (The...

Learn all about the origins of Hanukkah. What is Hanukkah? What is the history of Hanukkah? What are the major symbols of Hanukkah? What is a menorah? What foods are eaten during Hanukkah? When does Hanukkah occur each year? The...

The ancient city of Jerusalem is protected by three defensive walls. A few days before Passover, Titus begins his assault on the Third Wall. The Romans breach it within two weeks, and the Second Wall falls one week later. Titus orders...

In the remote province of Judea, Jewish leaders are upset about Greek merchants sacrificing birds in front of their temple. The Roman governor ignores their complaints, so they stop offering prayers and sacrifices for Emperor Nero in the...

Video Atlas of Asia: This clip takes a look at China's major traditional religions.

Video Atlas of Asia: This clip introduces the nation of Israel.

Excellent for every American Sign Language (ASL) student as well as teachers, parents and professionals learning ASL to be able to communicate clearly, naturally and start signing with the deaf community and people with hearing loss....