Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: Data Archive
A large collection of surveys, polls and other data related to religion in the United States and around the world. It includes surveys of general population and also surveys taken from members of religious denominations.
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg: Experience Colonial Life
Experience colonial life through a variety of narratives. Topics include the African-American experience, animals, Christmas, clothing, family, food, gardening, manners, politics, religion, tools, and trades.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Zionists
Provides history of the Zionist movement to segregate the Jewish people as a nation. Also discusses the Zionism in relation to Orthodox Judaism. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be...
Other
Hindu Website: The Four Highest Aspects of Brahman
A detailed look at the four major aspects of Brahman from the Upanishads.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Aztec Mythology
By clicking on one of the links provided, you can learn about seven different Aztec myths. Choose information based upon level of difficulty at the top.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Why Is This Passover Different From Past Passovers?
Article reports on the meaning of Passover when the world is experiencing high numbers of refugees in many countries.
Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Colonial Williamsburg: Colonial Religion
The site provides a detailed overview of role religion played in the lives of the colonists. Content explores how religion played a part in the Revolution, and the statute for religious freedom, as well as providing a lesson plan, a link...
Other
The Holy Bible: Online
An online version of the King James version of the Bible, both Old and New Testaments. Each book is represented in full and broken down by chapter and verse.
Teachnology
Teachnology: World Religions Teaching Themes
Enhance classroom learning about world religions with these additional lesson plans, vocabulary builders, interactive sites and more.
BBC
Bbc Religions: Buddhism: Four Noble Truths
This resource presents explanations of the Four Noble Truths of Buddhism.
Other
The Cosmic Mysteries of Mithra
This is an excerpt from a book dealing with the mystery cults that existed in ancient Rome, especially the cult of Mithra. Great information coupled with interesting pictures makes this site a must-visit.
Other
Hartford Institute for Religion Research: The Sociological Study of Religion
A resource site for examining religion from a sociological perspective. Includes links to articles, websites, and to academics working in the field.
City University of New York
Chinese Cultural Studies: Faxian Fa Hsien: A Record of the Buddhistic Kingdoms
This resource discusses the history of the Buddhist kingdoms, and how their godlike monarch worked. Discusses Buddhist religious rituals and beliefs as well.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Anguilla
Learn about religion in the Caribbean island nation of Anguilla, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts and history, as well as religious data.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: The Bahamas
Learn about religion in the Bahamas in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: British Virgin Islands
Learn about religion in the British Virgin Islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Us Virgin Islands
Learn about religion in the US Virgin Islands, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile. Includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Other
Personal: Prayer
This personal site gives a lesson by an Indian Swami on the nature of Hindu prayer.
National Gallery of Art
National Gallery of Art: British and American History Paintings of the 1700s
This website provides a nice exhibit of history paintings from the 1700s. There are eight paintings discussed depicting various historical events including religious and mythological stories.
Other
Understanding Hinduism: Hindu Scriptures
A lengthy introduction to the scriptures of Hinduism. Details the history and importance of the Vedas, the Upanishads, the Mahabharata, and the Ramayana. Also covers the Code of Manu.
Other
Ets: "The Summa Theologica" by St. Thomas Aquinas
This site presents the entire text by Aquinas in translation. It covers material from the explanation for the existence of God to treatises on law and justice.
Other
Ken Collins: The Nicene Creed
An excellent description of the Nicene Creed that includes its history, its theology, its controversy over the "filioque clause" and its significance.
PBS
Pbs: Evolution
This is the PBS Evolution site, including excellent information on Darwin, Change, Extinction, Survival, Sex, Humans, and Religion.
Other
The Pew Forum: Changing Faiths: Latinos and the Transformation of Religion
A summary of a survey taken (in 2007) of American Latinos showing how they are "transforming" the American religious landscape through traditional and non-traditional religious practices. The full report is available at the bottom of the...