An overview of the three main religions
Christianity, Judaism, and Islam are the three major religions in the world. They are known as Abrahamic religions because their founders, or major figures, are descended from Abraham.
Hands off my hijab! Young Muslim women protest proposed French ban
Sixteen year-old Mariem Chourak is a devout Muslim who considers wearing a hijab an expression of her devotion to the Prophet Mohammad, but a proposal by French senators might soon deny her the freedom to do so in public spaces.
Religion vs. Spirituality: The Difference Between Them
You may have heard—or even used—the terms religion and spirituality interchangeably. But while they aren’t diametric opposites, neither are they the same. Learn how to tell the difference between religion and spirituality.
Islamic Belief: In the Whirl of a Dervish
Known for the whirling dance of meditation, Dervishes are devoted followers of Islamic Sufism.
What Is Scientology?
Developed by L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology is a religion that offers a precise path leading to a complete and certain understanding of one’s true spiritual nature and one’s relationship to self, family, groups, Mankind, all life forms, the material universe, the spiritual universe and the Supreme Being.
Bahāʾī Faith
Bahāʾī Faith, religion founded in Iraq in the mid-19th century by Mīrzā Ḥosayn ʿAlī Nūrī, who is known as Bahāʾ Allāh (Arabic: “Glory of God”).
Who are the Sikhs and what are their beliefs?
In the Sikh tradition, a truly religious person is one who cultivates the spiritual self while also serving the communities around them – or a saint-soldier. The saint-soldier ideal applies to women and men alike.
5 facts about Israeli Druze, a unique religious and ethnic group
Unlike the Kurds, who are largely Muslim, the Druze are a unique religious and ethnic group. Their tradition dates back to the 11th century and incorporates elements of Islam, Hinduism and even classical Greek philosophy.
4 Teachings of Daoism
Anybody can grasp some of Daosim's key concepts with a few quotes from one of its most important books, the Dao De Jing.
Atheists and Believers Surprisingly Share Moral Values, Except for These 2 Key Differences
Are believers and nonbelievers really so different?
Meet the Muslim Woman Who Inspired Nike To Enter the Hijab Business
Pioneering UAE weightlifter Amna Al Haddad and other female athletes help Nike to address the sportswear needs of a massively underserved market.
Zoroastrianism
Zoroastrianism is an ancient Persian religion that may have originated as early as 4,000 years ago. Arguably the world’s first monotheistic faith, it’s one of the oldest religions still in existence.
Gnosticism: Definition and Beliefs
The word Gnosticism is derived from the Greek word gnosis, meaning “to know” or “knowledge.”
Hey America, Religious Muslims Are Model U.S. Citizens
A new survey finds that nearly everything you hear about Muslims on the Republican campaign trail isn’t true.
The Mystical Kumbh Mela in India
The largest religious gathering in the world, the Kumbh Mela brings Hindu holy men together to discuss their faith and disseminate information about their religion. It's attended by millions of people each day.
5 Tips for Addressing Religion During the Hiring Process
Employers should familiarize themselves with laws such as Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This law prohibits employers from asking prospective employees about their religious views.
Atheism has ancient roots and is not ‘modern invention’, claims new text
Cambridge academic’s new book disputes that atheism is a ‘modern invention’ and sets out evidence that ‘disbelief in the supernatural is as old as the hills’
Major Religions Of South America
Christianity is by far the biggest religion in South America and is the dominant religion in all countries of the continent.
Everything You Need to Know About Brazil’s Diverse Religious Beliefs
Brazil is the most religious country in Latin America, with approximately 90 percent of all Brazilians associating themselves with some religion. It is also the most religiously diverse nation on the continent, thanks to African influences from slavery 500 years ago, and more recent migration from Asia, Europe and the Middle East.
Christian Vs Catholic
What are those many differences between the Catholic’s and Christians?