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Understanding World Religions

Religion is the driving force behind much of what happens in the world today -- particularly when it comes to the "big three" religions -- Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Religious differences have ... Read more

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Taoism

Taoism

Our quote for today is from Lao Tzu [LAH-O-ZAH]. He said, "In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to t... Read more

12 Nov 2015

19mins

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Hinduism

Hinduism

Our quote for today is from the Indian philosopher and religious teacher Swami Prabhavananda. He said, "The little space... Read more

21 May 2015

22mins

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Baha'i

Baha'i

Our quote for today is from Albert Einstein. He said, "My religiosity consists in a humble admiration of the infinitely ... Read more

30 Apr 2015

20mins

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Christianity: What Sets It Apart?

Christianity: What Sets It Apart?

Our quote for today is from C.S. Lewis. He said, "Aim at heaven and you will get earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you g... Read more

2 Jan 2015

17mins

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Roman Catholic Christianity

Roman Catholic Christianity

Our quote for today is from Albert Camus. He said, "I would rather live my life as if there is a God and die to find out... Read more

9 Jan 2015

17mins

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Eastern Orthodox Christianity

Eastern Orthodox Christianity

Our quote for today is from G.K. Chesterton. He said, "The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting. It has ... Read more

14 Jan 2015

17mins

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Zoroastrianism

Zoroastrianism

Our quote for today is from Francis of Assisi. He said, "I have been all things unholy. If God can work through me, he c... Read more

11 Mar 2015

18mins

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Tibetan Buddhism

Tibetan Buddhism

Our quote for today is from Buddha. He said, "There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not goin... Read more

29 Jul 2015

18mins

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The Beginning of Islam

The Beginning of Islam

Our quote for today is from journalist Bruce Buursma. He said, “Almost every story around the world has a religion sub-p... Read more

18 Mar 2015

21mins

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What is Religion? (Part 2)

What is Religion? (Part 2)

Our quote for today is from Mahatma Gandhi. He said, "When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, m... Read more

17 Dec 2014

12mins

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Jainism

Jainism

Our quote for today is from Marcus Aurelius. He said, "It is a ridiculous thing for a man not to fly from his own badnes... Read more

11 Jun 2015

19mins

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Theravada Buddhism

Theravada Buddhism

Our quote for today is from Gautama Buddha. He said, "A man is not called wise because he talks and talks again; but if ... Read more

16 Jul 2015

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The Nation of Islam

The Nation of Islam

Our quote for today is from Joe Mullally. He said, "I judge a religion as being good or bad based on whether its adheren... Read more

23 Apr 2015

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Native American Religions

Native American Religions

Our quote for today is from Luther Standing Bear. He said, "Out of the Indian approach to life there came a great freedo... Read more

12 Feb 2015

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Sikhism

Sikhism

Understanding World Religions #27 Our quote for today is from Guru Granth Sahib. He said, "I didn’t ask for it to be ove... Read more

8 Jul 2015

21mins

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The Beliefs of Islam

The Beliefs of Islam

Our quote for today is from David C. Hill. He said, "Debating theological niceties is fine, and even useful, but if it d... Read more

9 Apr 2015

19mins

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The Unitarian-Universalist Association, The Unity School of Christianity, and The Unification Church

The Unitarian-Universalist Association, The Unity School of Christianity, and The Unification Church

Our quote for today is from Elizabeth Gilbert. She said, "Look for God. Look for God like a man with his head on fire lo... Read more

12 Dec 2015

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The Historical Development of Judaism

The Historical Development of Judaism

Our quote for today is from Eliezer Berkovits. He said, "The foundation of religion is not the affirmation that God is, ... Read more

26 Feb 2015

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Hinduism: Beliefs and Practices

Hinduism: Beliefs and Practices

Our quote for today is from Buddha. He said, "There are only two mistakes one can make along the road to truth; not goin... Read more

28 May 2015

19mins

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Judaism Today (Part 2)

Judaism Today (Part 2)

Our quote for today is from Anne Graham Lotz. She said, "Abraham is such a fascinating figure. Three world religions -- ... Read more

4 Mar 2015

22mins

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