TED Talks
Noah Feldman: Politics and religion are technologies
Noah Feldman makes a searing case that both politics and religion -- whatever their differences -- are similar technologies, designed to efficiently connect and manage any group of people.
Religion for Breakfast
Religion and the No True Scotsman Fallacy
Religion is a tough subject to study. One of the reasons why is because we bring our own preconceptions about particular religions to the subject. Our stereotypes affect how we interpret different religious traditions. This can lead to...
Curated Video
An Overview of Major World Religions: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism
New ReviewReligions of the world Explained: 5 of the worlds most widespread and influential religions are Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism and Judaism. You may be surprised to learn that they all share something in common. In order to...
Curated Video
Indonesia Religion
New ReviewMany people in Indonesia believe in the spiritual power behind objects and forces, and most societies have organized ceremonies and rituals to mollify these spirits. In Indonesia, traditional animist beliefs have been combined with the...
Curated Video
Germany Religions
New ReviewGermany guarantees its people the freedom to practice the religion of their choice; there is no state religion. Protestant and Catholic churches have enjoyed equal status in Germany for centuries. The Peace of Augsburg in 1555 recognized...
The Daily Conversation
The Future of World Religion (in 2050)
New ReviewBy 2050, the number of Muslims around the world will nearly equal the number of Christians, as Islam will grow faster than any other major world religion.
Curated Video
China Religion
New ReviewOfficially, China is an atheist society, although freedom of worship is guaranteed under the Chinese constitution. Religious beliefs vary widely, which isn’t surprising in a country with 56 officially recognized national minorities....
Curated Video
Religion, faith and the role they play today
Religion and faith are an integral part of people’s lives worldwide. But in many countries the number of people who believe in God is in decline. We examine the changing role of religion around the world.
Step Back History
What is the Sikh Religion?
What if I were to tell you there was a religion out there, dedicated to the unity and equality of all humankind, and social justice? What if I told you that their most holy site is also a soup kitchen? Does that sound like a religion you...
Curated Video
Italy Religion
New ReviewItaly has no official religion, and freedom of religion is protected under the country’s constitution. At the same time, more than 90 percent of Italians claim to be Roman Catholic, and the Catholic Church tries to exert a strong...
Curated Video
Ex-Muslims share their experiences
The decision to turn your back on your religion can have huge ramifications. Two women who were shunned by their families and community share a rarely seen perspective on faith—and on losing it.
Curated Video
Singapore Religion
New ReviewSingapore is a secular state, and people of all religions are free to worship. This history of religious tolerance dates back to a time when traders, immigrants, and conquerors introduced the islanders to their religions. Over the...
Ancient Lights Media
China: Traditional Religions
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip takes a look at China's major traditional religions.
Curated Video
France Religion
New ReviewThe French believe strongly in the separation of church and state, and the constitution notes the secular foundation of the country’s principles. French secular attitudes permeate many aspects of daily life. In fact, in an effort to...
The Guardian
Mona Eltahawy: All religions are obsessed with my vagina
Whether rich or poor, religious or secular, men in Egyptian society routinely harass women – and the attacks are often violent and rarely punished, says Mona Eltahawy, a journalist and speaker on Arab and Muslim issues. She describes her...
Hip Hughes History
Islam Explained: Religions in Global History
What do Muslims believe? What are the basic beliefs of Islam? A short overview of Islam.
PBS
Why Do So Many Religions Have Headwear?
Hijabs, yarmulkes, habits, and dastars - why do so many religions have rules about hair? The practice of covering hair is common across many faiths, so today we're talking about various types of head coverings, their significance, and...
History Hit
Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet: What about religion
Did the Ottomans success have to do with religious morale or technological advantages? When does religion become important at times for the Ottoman? Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet, Part 3
Curated Video
Mexico Religion
New ReviewThe overwhelming majority of Mexicans—86 percent—are Roman Catholic, and morally and politically, the church is a powerful force. This isn’t to say that all Mexicans attend church regularly. Less than half the people in the large cities...
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Why Are Followers Of Islam Called Muslims?
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Big Think
Why Religion Influences Politics More Now Than 50 Years Ago | Monica Duffy Toft
Religion influences politics more now than it did 50 years ago. To help explain how we moved seemingly backward from global secularism to increased religious involvement in public policy, Professor of International Politics Monica Duffy...
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I'm Not Accepted for My Religion
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The March of Time
1951: MASJID: Mosque beyond gated window covering. LAHORE, PAKISTAN: HA XWS Badshahi Masjid (mosque) w/ huge courtyard filled w/ praying Muslims (not Moslems). WS Muslims rising from prayer. Landmark, Mughal era, religion, religious, community.
MOT 1951: MASJID: Mosque beyond gated window covering. LAHORE, PAKISTAN: HA XWS Badshahi Masjid (mosque) w/ huge courtyard filled w/ praying Muslims (not Moslems). WS Muslims rising from prayer. Landmark, Mughal era, religion, religious,...
The Daily Conversation
The Future of World Religion (in 2050)
What you need to know about the future of world religions: by 2050, the number of Muslims around the world will nearly equal the number of Christians, as Islam will grow faster than any other major world religion. The study by Pew...