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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Letter From the Sixth Crusade, 1249

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a translation of a letter which was written during the Sixth Crusade in 1249.
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Article
Other

The Fertility of Niebuhr's Idea of Monotheism

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth discussion of Richard Niehbuhr's philosophy that there is only one God (monotheism) and humans are necessary for there to be a God.
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Handout
PBS

Pbs: Recovering the Material World of the Early Christians

For Students 9th - 10th
A scholarly article in which the author discusses the recent archaeological discoveries that have allowed us to construct a picture of the world of the early Christians. These findings include ancient manuscripts, ancient inscriptions...
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Article
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Believe: Counter Reformation

For Students 9th - 10th
This site looks at the Catholic Counter-Reformation in General and in a more advanced view.
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Primary
Other

Wesley Center for Applied Theology: Epistle of Marcus Aurelius

For Students 9th - 10th
A primary source document written by the great Emperor in which he gives thanks to the Christians for his winning a battle.
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Article
Other

Boston Globe: Beyond Serenity: Life of Reinhold Niebuhr

For Students 9th - 10th
A short biographical sketch of one of the leading American theologians of the 20th century focusing on the use of his prayer known as "the Serenity Prayer".
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Article
PBS

Pbs Frontline: The Rise of Christianity

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Article
PBS

Pbs Frontline: Opportunity & Organization in Early Christianity

For Students 9th - 10th
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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Handout
PBS

Pbs: Chronology of Early Christianity

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed timeline on the early history of the religion from the time of Julius Caesar (44 B.C.E.) to 327 C.E. and the death of Constantine.
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Primary
Other

The Urantia Book: The Life and Teachings of Jesus

For Students 9th - 10th
This site presents fresh insight into the lives and individual natures of The Apostles Of Jesus Christ, giving personality and character assessments of each of the Twelve.
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Website
Britain Express

Britain Express: History: Medieval Britain: Medieval Monasteries in England

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides details on monastery life in Medieval England.
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Website
On Being

American Public Media: Reinhold Niebuhr: Does His Legacy Have a Future?

For Students 9th - 10th
An article which examines the major ideas of the theologian, Reinhold Niebuhr, and their impact on America during the 20th century and what use they have in current American life.
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Article
Other

St. Mark Foundation: Spread of Christianity to Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a timeline involving the spread of Christianity in Egypt.