British Library
British Library: Expressions of Faith: Hindu Manuscripts
A collection of seven Hindu books from various time periods. There is a written commentary plus great illustrations. The author of the commentary is Ravi Shankar, the famous Sitar musician.
Smithsonian Institution
National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: Joseph Priestley
View the artwork for a U.S. postage stamp issued in 1983 to commemorate Joseph Priestley, the scientist who discovered oxygen. With a short passage on his contributions to the teaching of history, religion, and science.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Scroll Paintings (Lesson Plan)
Students apply knowledge about Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and work collaboratively with classmates creating scroll paintings in this lesson. The Book of the Dead is referred to in teaching students about Ancient Egypt and...
PBS
Pbs Frontline: The Rise of Christianity
A sociologist examines why the message of early Christianity was so appealing which led to its success and survival. The central message was one of virtue.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: Opportunity & Organization in Early Christianity
The author examines how historical circumstances were right for the development of Christianity and how the early organization of the movement allowed it to survive and grow.
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Cao Dai
The official online home of the Cao Dai religion, with information about its history, teachings, beliefs, and spiritual practices.