USCIRF Chair Katrina Lantos Swett, Commissioner Mary Ann Glendon, and Executive Director Jackie Wolcott with parliamentarians at the launch of the International Parliamentary Coalition to Advance Religious Freedom, November 8, 2014, Oslo.

30 Parliamentarians Meet With USCIRF In Oslo To Sign A Freedom Of Religion Charter

USCIRF Chair Katrina Lantos Swett, Commissioner Mary Ann Glendon, and Executive Director Jackie Wolcott with parliamentarians at the launch of the International Parliamentary Coalition

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Religion and Aliens: How Extraterrestrial Life Might Affect Religious Beliefs

Astronomy professor David Weintraub’s new book explains what leaders of the world’s major religious affiliation believe about the possibilities of alien life. The question

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These Two Religions May Support Brittany Maynard’s Decision on Assisted Suicide

While many Christians believe it's wrong to end one's own life, other religions, such as Jainism and Hinduism, differ. Brittany Maynard was a 29-year-old

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How Alabama Christians are Using Yoga to Connect with God

Yoga is not restricted to Hinduism. In Alabama, Yoga takes a Christian flavor as a pathway to becoming closer with God. While yoga has

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Upset Hindus urge withdrawal of Lord Vishnu beer of Brazil

Upset Hindus have urged Brazil based Cervejaria Colorado to apologize and withdraw its India Pale Ale beer carrying the name of Lord Vishnu, calling

The Debate on Yoga: Why a Peaceful Practice is Under Scrutiny

Yoga is a mix of fitness and religious practice. Yoga not only removes the mental stress of the body but also helps to maintain

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Mohan Bhagwat Says Hinduism Not Just for India at Encyclopedia’s Release

At the Encyclopedia of Hinduism's release, Mohan Bhagwat claimed that Hinduism was not the property of Indians. It was meant to be shared with

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What Companies Like Chick-fil-A Can Teach Us About Religion’s Influence on Corporate Leadership

Practical Wisdom in Management  explores how practical wisdom from spiritual traditions permeates corporate cultures. The pursuit of knowledge and wisdom may be seen as bestowing

New Book Says America Is Growing More And More ‘Churchless’

The Number of Churchless Americans Has Jumped by Nearly One-Third in Just 20 Years. A new book, 'Churchless: Understanding Today's Unchurched and How to

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Understanding Diwali, the Festival of Lights

Many people associate Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, with the Hindu religion; however, it also plays a significant role in other religions, including