Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Beliefs of Hinduism
Common to virtually all Hindus are certain beliefs, including, but not limited to, the following: 1. a belief in many gods, which are seen as manifestations of a single unity. These deities are linked to universal and natural processes....
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Khan Academy: Bon, Tibet's Indigenous Belief System
Bon, Tibet's indigenous belief system, is a high form of religious ritualism primarily concerned with righting the causes of human ailment and misfortune and coexisting with the underlying forces of the universe. It focuses on the...
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Khan Academy: Beliefs of Hinduism
Read a quick description of the most common Hindu beliefs and view a picture of a sandstone statue of Harihara.
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On Earth as in Heaven: Eastern Orthodox Beliefs and Non Beliefs
Provided here is a list of both beliefs and non-beliefs of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
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Religious Taoism: Taoist Practices and Beliefs
A good description of Taoist philosophy and way of life. Includes information on the major symbols associated with Taoism, a discussion on the "Taoists Sects," and a short explanation of its origins and evolution as a religion.
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Intro to the Ancient Essenes & the Modern Essene Church
Discusses sources on the Essenes (Philo and Josephus). Also discusses Enoch, founder of the Essenes, the Essenes relationship to Christianity, and their beliefs.
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Islam101: The Islamic Concept of Life
This essay explains that Islamic beliefs and traditions are not limited to religion and spirituality, but that the goal of Islam is to "shape both individual lives as well as society as a whole." Discusses the basic rules, principles,...
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Khan Academy: Roots of Hinduism
Hinduism is one of the world's oldest religions. It has complex roots, and involves a vast array of practices and a host of deities. Its plethora of forms and beliefs reflects the tremendous diversity of India, where most of its one...
A&E Television
History.com: The Silk Road: 8 Goods Traded Along the Ancient Network
The vibrant network opened up exchanges between far-flung cultures throughout central Eurasia. The Silk Road wasn't a single route, but rather a vibrant trade network that crisscrossed central Eurasia for centuries, bringing far-flung...
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West Virginia University: A Summary of Native American Religions
This is an excellent introduction to Native American religious beliefs and practices. Includes an explanation of the major Native American Religions and their history. Site is extensive and exclusively text-based.
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: Teacher Serve: Native American Religion in Early America
Lesson plan page from the National Humanities Center details the religious systems of Native Americans and the similarities and differences with early modern Europeans. The site is very interesting and informative, with pictures and...
Buddha Dharma Education Association
Buddha Net: Buddhist Studies: Introduction to Buddhism
Short essay instructs readers in several core Buddhists beliefs, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, and nirvana.
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Web Winds: The Iroquois Dream Experience and Spirituality
The religious life of Native Americans relied in large part on dream interpretation. This article focuses on the beliefs of the Iroquois.
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Luther College: Magic and the Common People of Early Modern Europe
Examines the role that superstition and a belief in magic played in people's lives in early modern Europe.
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Hindu Website: An Essay on the Hindu Way of Life
Learn the reasons that Hinduism as a religion cannot be separated from Hinduism as a way of life. Understand Hindu belief and practice.
Arizona State University
Arizona State University: Why Was the Valve Invented?
Dr. Ericson holds firm to his beliefs that the valve was not invented as "a mere crook changing device." Dr. Ericson embraces the idea that the "co-inventors of the valve clearly intended to perfect the brass instruments by making them...
Boston University
Boston University: The Paideia Project: Kant, the Body, and Knowledge
Discusses the significance of Kant's interest in cosmology and Newtonian mechanics. Relates Kant's beliefs about how mind and body interacted to his more influential epistemology. Article has a historical perspective and is quite readable.
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: Teacher Serve: Church of England in America
Article from the National Humanities Center details the beliefs of the Church of England, also known as the Anglican Church. In the Student Discussion section there is information on the differences in Anglicanism and other Protestant...
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: Teacher Serve: Apocalypticism in American Culture
Article on religion in America features an essay by historian, Randall Balmer with an overview of apocalyptic notions and beliefs held throughout U.S. History. Includes guidelines for student discussion and scholarly historian debate.
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: Teacher Serve: American Indians: The Image of the Indian
Essay tracing the stereotypes and commonly held beliefs about Indians and how they have been written about and portrayed in film and literature. Section for guiding student discussion and scholarly debate.
University of Calgary
University of Calgary: Conservative Judaism
Covers history of the development of the Conservative movement. Also discusses major beliefs of conservative Jews.
Scientific American
Scientific American: Smart People Believe Weird Things
This article, published by Scientific American (September 2002), explores how smart people can believe weird and silly things. The article comes to the conclusion that our beliefs are shaped more by our environment than our understanding...
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania: Betty Friedan's Secret Communist Past
This is a review of Daniel Horowitz's biography of the sixties women's rights activist, Betty Friedan. Published in Salon January 18, 1999.
Henry J. Sage
Sage American History: Native American Cultures: The Pre History of America
Article on pre-Columbian Native American history and culture, including discussion on the impact of the Europeans.