A teacher-compiled site for students taking the high school Regents Examination in New York. Site offers exam preparation materials for nine world religions--animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism,...

The rich, vibrant African American culture has spread far and wide through our world. Follow the routes taken over the millennia by examining the following maps that include short descriptions. Listen to audio from slaves describing...

Newberry Library learning module uses primary resources from which students examine Western Christian religious beliefs, political relationships, and personal values during the Middle Ages and how the goals and actions of the Crusades...

Explains the major religious beliefs held by the Pilgrims.

General overview of Islam, its origin, beliefs and practices and important books.

A summary of a survey taken on Muslim Americans done in 2007 that reveals they are glad to be living in the United States and they are moderate in their religious beliefs.

Article examines the various religious options that were available to Roman and non-Romans living in the empire.

Mary Dyer was on a spiritual quest to Boston, to Portsmouth, to Newport, and to the northwest coast of England, where she became an ardent member of a new religion - a Quaker, or a member of the Society of Friends. Determined to spread...

This site from the Fordham University provides a detailed biography of this remarkable woman includes information about her writing, her health (she apparently suffered from migranes), her music, and her religious beliefs. A bibliography...

Nice site! Info filled! Good research facts here on the Christian Scientist religion.

This site gives an excellent description of Elijah Muhammad's life, religious beliefs, and influence. It is very detailed and informative, written from the perspective of the Nation of Islam.

The idea of protesting by using non-violent means was a philosophy Gandhi modeled in India. Read about his background and how his religious beliefs inspired his peaceful ways. Included are conversations with Millie Polak who lived with...

This resource discusses the history of the Buddhist kingdoms, and how their godlike monarch worked. Discusses Buddhist religious rituals and beliefs as well.

A long essay from this personal site detailing Hinduism's tolerance of other religions and downplaying Hindu-Muslim tension in present-day India. Claims that Hindu India has always been a sanctuary for oppressed members of other...

Details the primary religious demoninations in Uganda.

A long and detailed description of Lutheran Religion Gives a long history of the evolution of Lutheran Religion from the time of the Protestant Reformation. Includes information on the Lutheran Churches today, their beliefs, and their...

A nice outline-type article on the famous Doric-style temple in ancient Greece located in Kolonos Agorias.

The late 19th century was a time of scientific theory, inquiry, and teaching. Read about the backlash to such modernism in the early 20th century with the ideas from Christian Fundamentalism and Pentecostalism. Find the five fundamentals...

James E. Kiefer's extensive biography features anecdotes from Samuel Johnson's childhood plus discussion of his struggles with disability and the metamorphosis of his religious and philosophical beliefs. This site includes excerpts from...

The religious beliefs in Sumer correlated with nature and agriculture. Read some of their religious stories to better understand their society and compare these stories to well-known Bible stories from today. A bibliography and pictures...

A perfect resource to better understand the African art form of mask-making. Reading sections include religious beliefs, design and decoration, and manufacturing.

This reference introduces the Abenaki tribe located in Northeast America. Read about their religious beliefs and practices, arts, medicines, and ceremonies.

Explains the role that amulets played in ancient Egypt.

Explains the meaning and role of the ancient Egyptian 'Book of the Dead.'