Agnosticism
The Christian and Muslim Community In China is Multiplying
Reuters published a map of major religions in China along with projections for the religious makeup of China by 2050. Buddhism and Taoism have dominated the…
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Entertainment
Getting To Know the Hindu Festival Krishna Janmashtami
Celebrating the Hindu god Krishna’s birthday with praying, singing, fasting, lavish food, temple decorating and games. The Hindu festival Krishna Janmashtami or simply Janmashtami is a…
Entertainment
India’s Hindu Population Drops for the First Time while Muslims are on the Rise
Census shows changing faith landscape in India; Hindus fall below 80% of the population for the first time since independence. For the first time since it…
Anglicanism
Which Religions are the Least Discriminating Against Homosexuals?
A study focused on religion and homosexuality in 79 countries identifies the religions which have the least negative attitude toward gays. A new survey uncovers mainstream…
Agnosticism
Here are 10 Facts About the State of Religion in America Right Now
Religion in America is changing each year. Here are the most important facts to know right now. The Pew Research Center has compiled a list of…
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Aug 28, 2015
Anglicanism
Clinton Would Agree: These are Reasons Why Religion Should Be Taught In Public Schools
A list of reasons why students should learn about world religions as part of their primary education. Former U.S. President Bill Clinton is just one of…
Anglicanism
How Do You Get Happy and Stay Happy? You Join a Religion, Study Says
A recent study shows participation in religion makes you happy for a sustained amount of time. At least so state the results of a recent study…
Agnosticism
These are the Top 10 Definitions of God in One Word
If you could pick just one word to illustrate God what would it be? HuffPo publishes the top 10 definitions of God submitted by its readers.…
Entertainment
New Hindu Temple in Texas Sets Guinness World Record with 24-hour Chant
A newly opened Hindu Temple in Texas, Karya Siddhi Hanuman Temple, set a Guinness World Record when over 500 people chanted for 24 hours. The Karya…
Agnosticism
How Ethnically Diverse are Religions?
Research by Pew ranks the least and most racially diverse religions. A Protestant denomination, the Seventh-Day Adventists, weighs in as the most racially diverse religious group…
Atheism
Fallout, the Post-Apocalyptic Video Game Series Borrows from Religious Stories
The popular video game series Fallout takes inspiration from religious texts and stories. Fallout is a series of video games set in a post-apocalyptic 22nd and…
Agnosticism
What is Religious Trauma Syndrome?
American psychologist, educator and writer Marlene Winell describes her research on the effects some feel after leaving a religion. According to American psychologist, educator and writer…