Many of the spring flowers that announce the season have religious symbolism. Easter lilies represent Christ’s purity, red roses symbolize the blood He shed, and daffodils are thought to have bloomed after Christ rose from the tomb. As perennial flowers …
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When it comes to spoofing and mockery, there will be many different opinions about what is fair game. From people to places to ideas, many things are subject to parody, often as criticism or litigation of society’s understanding or execution of certain c…
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For those who grew up enjoying Christmas holidays, it can be hard to imagine the winter season without them. Every end of the year comes with glitter-festooned pageantry, complete with frankincense, gold, melodic carols, storytelling and sparkling lights, while sce…
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Syncretism refers to the combining of two or more religions into a new belief system. This blending of faiths typically happens either when a culture with religious traditions is conquered by or assimilated into another with different faiths. Religious syncr…
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The curation, editing, translation and collection of a vast range of religious texts have produced scriptural collections such as the Hebrew Tanakh and the King James Version of the Bible. Attempts to produce a cohesive chronicling from these writings have resulted…
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When you examine the roots of the word “theology,” (“theo” = God + “ology” = study), you might think it means the study of a deity. To some, that might sound like religion itself, especially since many of the world’s largest religions expect adhe…
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Engaging in daily spiritual rituals can be a helpful way to maintain a positive disposition and feel connected to a force more powerful than yourself. Naturally, it isn’t always easy to remember to follow daily practices. One helpful option to consider is cr…
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People generally associate monotheism with the three Abrahamic religions. The belief in one omnipotent deity is the focal point of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. While such faiths hold disproportionate influence in the modern world, monotheistic faiths are …
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Science and religious belief often can and do connect. Astronomy developed in ancient times because our ancestors saw their gods’ actions and intent in the skies. The Book of Genesis contains a familiar creation narrative. You may be surprised to learn that …
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Throughout the history of humankind, dance in world religions has always served as a form of expression. Whether as part of a performance enjoyed by an audience or part of a participatory event such as a party, humans have used body movement to communicate and…
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