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The native religious beliefs and practices of Japan are referred to as Shinto (or Shintoism), which has no founder or official sacred scriptures. It is a religion with no fixed articles of faith for adherents to follow, but yet in still , it has managed to keep alive the initial beliefs and rituals for many…
If you’ve ever seen, heard, or possessed an interest in Yin and Yang, then you may appreciate the information contained in this article, which also touches upon a bit of background pertaining to Zoroastrianism, a religion with roots in Persia. Taoism: Around 550 BC, Lao-Tzu founded Taoism in China, which has attracted millions upon millions…
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Have you ever seen a commercial linked to the Church of Latter Day Saints? Have you come across the word ‘Sikhism’ and wondered what the term was all about. In this article, you will get a chance to learn about both religions, including three facts on each belief system. Mormonism: In 1830, a man by…
With a history that traces back around 1300 BC, Judaism is the religion of the Hebrews, which progressively thrived after the destruction of the Second Temple (that took place in 70 AD) More than 14 million people follow the Judaic faith, believing in One God (Yahweh). Adherents strive to obey God’s commandments and live an…
Have you ever come across the image of a hand with an interesting symbol positioned in the middle? Ever heard of a mosque but have no clue what it is used for? These points and more are illustrated in this article, which focuses on information regarding the Islamic faith and Jainism. Islam: In Saudi Arabia,…
A very important part of Confucianism is ‘filial piety,’ which involves both the living and the deceased , even those who are distant relatives and ancestors.In this article, you will learn more about Confucianism, as well as backgorund information on Hinduism. Confucianism: This religion was named after its founder , Confucius (551,479 BC), which has…
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With echinacea, a North American plant native to prairies and the eastern part of the United States, we have at our fingertips , one of the most important herbs in the medicinal world. Belonging to the Aster family, it’s not hard to pinpoint the plant that produces pink or purple daisy-like flowers with orange/brown centers….
Some religions are as old as the hills, while others have found a newfound following in members that stretch across the world. In this article, you will be introduced to the founder of Buddhism, as well as important values associated with the belief system of those who follow the Three Teachings. Buddhism: Founded by…
Some religions have been serving as an influential belief system in the lives of people for thousands upon thousands of years, while others have existed for a relatively short period of time. In this article, we will randomly explore an assortment of religions and how long people have been following their teachings. Aladura: This mostly…
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Anyone who has an interest in the Ice Age will certainly enjoy hearing that Los Angeles has uncovered an impressive collection of Pleistocene ice age fossils, including a nearly complete mammoth (affectionately called Zed). In this article, you will learn what has scientists at the La Brea tar pits abuzz with joy. Imagine finding hidden…