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History and Morality
Historian Martin Jay, UC Berkeley, describes how a study of history can sharpen our moral understanding, showing that, rather than adhering to inflexible rules of behaviour, each situation presents a unique set of “competing moral...
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Athenian Impieties
Classicist Richard Janko (Michigan) describes how classical Athenian society was much more sensitive to religious fundamentalism than many people might imagine.
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Scientific Sibyls
Historian Darrin McMahon, Dartmouth College, describes how the 19th-century psychological view known as “degeneration theory” went a considerable distance towards confirming the ancient religious, prophetic notion of a “mad genius” in...
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169 - Did Rye Bread Start the Crusades - One Minute History
The Crusades were a series of religious and political wars fought between Christians and Muslims in the medieval period, beginning in 1096 and lasting for several centuries. The causes of the Crusades were complex; including religious...
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Many Different Paths
Renowned scientific polymath Freeman Dyson, Institute for Advanced Study, describes his conviction that, while science is one important way to gain knowledge about the world around us, it is by no means the only way.
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Dictatorships and Theocracies
"Dictatorships and Theocracies" analyzes the purposes, structure, and functions of dictatorships and theocracies.
Sir Linkalot
Lesson 66 - More Words Inside Words (Levels 3-5)
Here is the gospel according to Sir Linkalot... Material Covered: Aisle Medieval Recommend Perseverance Sacrilegious Susie's Story - Sacrilegious
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Creepy Crawlies in French Part 1 (basic French vocabulary from Learn French With Alexa)
Alexa teaches you some basic French vocabulary: creepy crawlies in French (part 1).
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The Wall, "The Supreme Court, Religion and Public Schools"
A look at the landmark cases that have helped defined the role religion can play in public schools.
Religion for Breakfast
Is Religion Good for the Environment?
Back in the 1960s, the historian Lynn White Jr. blamed Christianity for the climate crises of the 20th century. More recently, many religious leaders have published eco-friendly versions of their theology. But is it helping? Can religion...
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High Five Facts - Celtic Druids
This video explores five fun facts about Celtic Druids.
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Nefertiti and Akhenaten part 3: Political Climate and Religious Practices
Akhenaten and Nefertiti continued to consolidate their power and promote changes in society and family life. Was their zealous worship of Aten the beginning of the royal couple's downfall? Examine communications between Akhenaten and...
Religion for Breakfast
What is Shinto?
What is Shinto? This is Episode 1 of a 5-part series introducing what some call the indigenous Japanese religion. What is it all about? What are kami? And how do people practice it?
Religion for Breakfast
When Shinto Became a “Religion"
In this episode we examine the topic: When Shinto Became a “Religion"
Hip Hughes History
The 1992 Election Explained
Slick Willy! Read my Lips! "Crazy Ross Perot! 1992 Election on your radar? Have no fear, HipHughes is here! Studying for a big exam and feel sick to your stomach? Well HipHughes has the right medicine for you, the election series for...
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The 2012 Election Explained
A video lecturing skipping across the 2012 Presidential election between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney. Perfect for political science students, #APGOV kids, life long learners and the cray cray on the internets.
History Hit
The Silk Roads: Changing Perspectives: The Parthian monopoly
Why were the Parthians intent on maintaining their monopoly on the silk trade? The Silk Roads: Changing Perspectives, Part 5
Religion for Breakfast
Ceremonial Deism: The Religion of the Supreme Court
In this episode we examine the topic: Ceremonial Deism: The Religion of the Supreme Court
Religion for Breakfast
You Don't Need to be Religious to Study Religion
You don't need to be religious to study religion. This might sound really obvious to you...but from my experience, lots of people assume this.
Mediacorp
Religious Harmony and the Impact of Terrorism
This video explores the impact of terrorism on religious harmony in Singapore. Through interviews with university students and individuals from different faiths, the host uncovers the challenges faced in bridging the gap of understanding...
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The Least Religious Countries in the World
In this episode we examine the topic: The Least Religious Countries in the World
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China, Beijing - Temple of Heaven
The Temple of Heaven Park is located in the Chongwen District, Beijing. Originally, this was the place where emperors of the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) held the Heaven Worship Ceremony. It is the largest...