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Catholic Encyclopedia: St. John Baptist De La Salle

For Teachers 9th - 10th
"Founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, educational reformer, and father of modern pedagogy" are just a few of Saint John Baptist de La Salle's attributes. Check out this website to find out more about this...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: John Bosco

For Teachers 9th - 10th
"Don Bosco's method of study knew nothing of punishment." Find out how he implemented his program with thousands of students. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: The Colosseum

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed history of the Colosseum in Rome with a focus on the religious history (Christianity). Gives information about the games, and the many saints that are connected to the building. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia," is...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Daniel Carroll

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides biographical details on the life of Carroll, with an emphasis on his role as a Catholic, and also his role in the picking of Washington D.C. as the capital. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Letters of St. Augustine of Hippo

For Students 9th - 10th
Two hundred sixty-nine letters written by St. Augustine, divided into those written before and after he became Bishop of Hippo. A great source of primary source material. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: The French Revolution

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of The French Revolution with a special emphasis on the role of the Catholic Church. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Hammurabi

For Students 9th - 10th
This synopsis of Hammurabi?s life and accomplishments has some references to the Bible in its description of the laws in Hammurabi?s Code. The New Advent is a Catholic organization. Nonetheless, the article contains interesting...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Meister Johann Eckhart

For Students 9th - 10th
Written from a Catholic point of view, a biography of Meister Eckhart with numerous hotlinks to related topics. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Mormonism

For Students 9th - 10th
This article on the Mormonism provides information on the religion's founder (Joseph Smith), holy book, (the "Book of Mormon"), and basic tenets. Also included is a history of Mormonism and the Mormon people, including an overview of the...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Fray Alonzo Benavides

For Students 9th - 10th
A short description of the missionary work of Fray Alonzo Benavides is presented. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Maria De Agreda

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the life of Maria de Agreda and the impact of one of her works "Divine History of Mother of God." Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Huron Indians

For Students 9th - 10th
This Catholic Encyclopedia entry was written in 1910 and contains a very complete history of the Huron, as well as in-depth looks at their religion, way of life, and even their personalities as a People. Please note that ?The Catholic...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Baptism

For Students 9th - 10th
Extremely thorough site exploring the history and rituals of baptism in the Christian Church. Content includes a focus on what the Church says about baptism, what it means to be baptized, the various forms of baptism, where and when...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Laity

For Students 9th - 10th
Entry from an online encyclopedia discussing the laity, the ranks of faithful outside of the clergy. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Gospel and Gospels

For Students 9th - 10th
Intelligent look at the Gospels, from an explanation on the titles to the classifications and inconsistencies among them. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Dissecting the Sermon on the Mount

For Students 9th - 10th
Two part analysis of The Sermon on the Mount. Very indepth and intellectual information given. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Chronology of the Life of Jesus

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry on the life of Jesus presented as a chronology of his life's events. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: The Character of Jesus

For Students 9th - 10th
Explores the character of Jesus by looking at his relation to man and God. Very in-depth encyclopedia entry. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Miami Indians

For Students 9th - 10th
This Catholic Encyclopedia article gives a very detailed history of the effort to covert the Miami Indians to Catholicism, as well insights into their character. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Chippewa Indians

For Students 9th - 10th
Wonderful look at the history and culture of the Ojibwe (Chippewa) Indians. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated around 1910.
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Iroquois

For Students 9th - 10th
Toward the bottom of this page about the Iroquois Indians is a section about the wars and battles they were involved in. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Cecilius Calvert

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives a detailed biography of the second Lord Baltimore, Cecilius Calvert, and his rule over the colony for almost forty years with an iron hand. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: George Calvert

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes George Calvert's life and attempt to find land where Catholics could settle. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material...
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Catholic Encyclopedia: Leonard Calvert

For Students 9th - 10th
This article concerns the first Governor of Maryland, Leonard Calvert, and his struggles for land he was trying to settle. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...