A GOD FIGHT For All Religions Multifaith discussion and information resource. Information from agnostic to zoroastrian. http://groups.msn.com/AGODFIGHTforallreligions
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Religions And Cultures Guide Comprehensive guide to beliefs and customs for health staff and social care services. http://www.religionsandcultures.moonfruit.com
The World Council Of Religious Leaders The formation of the world Council of Religious Leaders was one of the stated goals of the Millennium world Peace Summit. The objective of this Council is http://www.millenniumpeacesummit.com/
Extractions: Home Site Map Contact Us The World Council About the World Council of Religious Leaders Leadership Charter Annual Meetings ... News Room "The World Council of Religious Leaders, an independent body, works to bring religious resources to support the work of the United Nations in our common quest for peace. WCRL is not an official part of the United Nations, nor does it have any status with the United Nations." The formation of the World Council of Religious Leaders was one of the stated goals of the Millennium World Peace Summit. The objective of this Council is to serve as a resource to the United Nations and its agencies around the world, nation states and other international organizations, offering the collective wisdom and resources of the faith traditions toward the resolution of critical global problems. The launching of the World Council took place in Bangkok on June 12th-14th, 2002, at Buddhamonthon and at UNESCAP. Participants adopted a Charter that outlines key areas in which religious leaders can play an active role in reducing conflict and addressing the critical needs of humankind. The Founding Meeting of the World Council of Religious Leaders
Alternative Religions Links, articles, and resources for the traditional religions of the African continent as well as AfroCaribbean religions and ancient Egyptian religion (About.com). http://altreligion.about.com/religion/altreligion/cs/africanreligions/
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Religious Freedom Home Page Defines religious freedom as the notion that people of religion can freely partake of the practices of their religion without opposition. This would not only include private devotions, but also acts of religious significance within the realm of government. The author applies the latter clause only to practitioners of Western religions. http://www.mindspring.com/~careyb/rframe.html
Extractions: Current Points of Interest Think Atheism is rational? Think again. Read Francis Bacon's Of Atheism Yes, Virginia, vouchers are constitutional. Just when you thought that the First Amendment could be abused no further: Read Lust at the Library in Loudon County Enjoy a year-old Church/State debate between Newt Gingrich and Ira Glasser. A Claremont Institute panel discusses homosexuality A separation of church and state extremist wants Christmas abolished as a federal holiday. Read all about it. Read a Library of Congress Information Bulletin regarding Thomas Jefferson's famous letter to the Danbury Baptists. Using FBI technology to uncover certain inked-out portions from the original, it presents the letter, specifically the "wall of separation" buzz-phrase, as a political statement, rather than one of principle. In the interests of fairness, read an attempt to refute the LCIB mentioned above. Patrick Fagan tells us about the importance of religion in society. Religious Freedom Home Page This page is dedicated to opposing the separation of church and state extremism which has taken all too strong a foothold in the body politic. Here, we refute the historical revisionists as well as those who would misinterpret the Constitution to make the case that the Founding Fathers wanted to divorce religion completely from government. "Of all the dispositions and habits, which lead to political prosperity, Religion and Morality are indispensable supports. In vain would that man claim the tribute of Patriotism, who should labor to subvert these great pillars of human happiness, these firmest props of the duties of Men and Citizens."
The Bahá'ís recognized as an independent religion established throughout the world. Today, the Baháí communitymade up of people from every race, religion, http://www.bahai.org/
Extractions: UNITED STATES: Ambassador talks peace at Green Acre ... David S. Ruhe, 1914-2005 A message from the Universal House of Justice to the world's religious leaders. This is the changeless Faith of God, eternal in the past, eternal in the future. Some people view the worldâs religions as opposing groups competing for supporters. Bah¡âuâll¡h did not see it that way. He said they were all one. Their central truths are harmonized; the social laws, however, change according to the times. Recognizing this unity among religions will help us create a peaceful global society. You are invited to join us. The Individual, Family, Society
Spiritual Awakenings Spiritual issues of sexuality and gender, selflove vs. selfishness, spirituality vs. man-made religions. Includes news, articles, and writings. http://SpiritualAwakenings.faithweb.com/
Facts JPN-religion A survey of the religions in Japan. http://asnic.utexas.edu/asnic/countries/japan/japreligion.html
Extractions: Religion in Japan "Freedom of religion is guaranteed to all. No religious organization shall receive any privileges from the State, nor exercise any political authority .." (Article 20 of the Constitution). AU religious organizations in Japan today enjoy complete freedom in the exercise of their beliefs. Religions in japan are classified into Shinto, Buddhism, Christianity, and miscellaneous religions. Shinto is essentially indigenous, but has been heavily influenced by Buddhist ideas and practices. Buddhism and Christianity were both introduced from abroad, but the degree to which they have become indigenous to Japan differs substantially. Miscellaneous religions are mostly the so-called New Religions. Confucianism, while introduced somewhat earlier than Buddhism, has functioned primarily in the sphere of moral precepts rather than as an organized religion. Figures on religious organizations and their leadership and membership in 1985 as reported by religious organizations to the Agency for Cultural Affairs are as follows: Shinto Buddhism Christianity miscellaneous Religions Members 1 15,602,000 92.065,000 1.688,000 14,444,000
Peace Prayer Web Site Resources and events for religious communities seeking peace. Includes prayers for a variety of religions. http://www.peaceprayer.org/
Extractions: Living God, we praise you for the multitudes of women, men, young people, and children who, across the earth, are striving to be witnesses to peace, trust and reconciliation. Brother Roger of Taize Praying Together for Peace The 20th century was full of war and the 21st century has begun with more war and terrorism. Even where there is no active fighting, there is often oppression, killing oppression that is not peace. Please join all of the people around the worldpeople of many faiths, people in great need and people of privilegein praying for peace. Join those who know we need changed hearts and changed policies. Join those who know we need solidarity and caring, not mere tolerance and good will. Join those who say no to the powers and principalities and yes to the common good, yes to hope. Indifferent people will not create a different world. New Peace Resources Available. Peace Groups Read our invitation to you and find out more about this Peace Prayer site Questions? Please e-mail
Women-Related Religion/Spirituality Email Lists Discussions via email, some with webbased boards. General and special interests inside and outside recognised religions. Specialist support lists (e.g.; female ministry, nuns, lesbians, goddessing). http://www-unix.umbc.edu/~korenman/wmst/f_rel.html
Extractions: BRIDGES is a moderated list that explores Jewish feminist identity and considers both Jewish and female existence and activism in relation to movements for change. To subscribe, send the message SUBSCRIBE BRIDGES Your Name to LISTPROC@SHAMASH.ORG is an ecumenical forum on ordination of women. The list is for prayerful and charitable group reflection, and no flaming is allowed. Membership is now restricted to members of Ecunet , an interactive Christian community. Free and moderately priced memberships are available. is a women-only discussion forum "for Christian women who use the Internet for personal, domestic, business, and/or ministry activities." For more information or to subscribe, go to the CHRISTIAN_WOMEN web page CNWE is the email list for the Catholic Network for Women's Equality, a support and advocacy group for women and men in the Roman Catholic tradition. Based in Canada, the organization seeks "to effect structural change in the institutional church that reflects the mutuality and integrity of a community of co-equal disciples." It also seeks to create "life-giving alternatives to the present institutional structures." For more information, see the
Extractions: Indigenous Religious Beliefs and Cosmology of the Filipino Introduction Supreme God Filipino Trinity? Afterlife ... Ritual and Practice Introduction Besides, it is unwise, in most cases, to judge others except by the their own standards. For example, the slaughter and eating of cows would be considered a great evil by many orthodox Hindus. It would quite literally be the mark of savages. Yet, Hindus generally do not use this standard when judging non-Hindus. So, with this, let us proceed. While there somewhat of a trend going on in the ethnological circles claiming that widespread monotheistic beliefs found among many tribal peoples were due to the influence of diffusion, or by forced interpretation by missionaries, the belief in a Supreme God seems to be one of the most natural and simplest of beliefs. Indeed, very little evidence has been mustered in support of this theory and it remains simple conjecture. In the Philippines, the record of the Spanish, and the surviving indigenous traditions leave little doubt that the Filipinos had a belief in a Supreme Creator God. The name of this god varied depending on what region is discussed. Among some of the names are: Bathala, Diwata, Kabunian, Mansilatan, Makaptan, Laon, Lumauig, Mamarsua, Tuhan, etc.
Dialogal. Quaderns De L'Associació UNESCO Per Al Diàleg Interreligiós. Aquest Francesc Torralba, laic cristi i doctor en Filosofia i Teologia, i Jamyang Wangmo, monja budista, han mantingut un epistolari on, des de la pr²pia identitat i conviccions, han dialogat a lentorn de les seves religions http://www.dialogal.com/dialogal/4Hemeroteca/2002/4/reportatge/index_reportatge_
BBC - Religion & Ethics - Homepage News, features and weekly summary about religion in the UK. Includes information about religions, ethics issues, and BBC religious TV and radio programming. http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/
Extractions: Find out more about Rastafari beliefs customs and subdivisions Choose A Celebration for Ascension Day Africa programmes A Jazz Celebration for Ascension Day A Letter to Lilli Battle For Britain's Soul Belief Beyond Belief Bible Mysteries Biggest Organ in the World, The Birmingham Rep Riot, The Bollywood Dreams Boothie Goes Buddhist Cathedral Choice, The Choral Evensong Colonising the Slums Conversations with Gandhi Crossing the Dark Sea Daily Service Devout Sceptics Don't Panic, I'm Islamic Drop the Gun Easter programmes Europe's Lost Civilisation Everyman Faith to Faith Fast Friends First Christian Document? Forgiving Dr Mengele Four Noble Truths Generation Mohammed God on My Mind Good Book, The Good Morning Sunday Great Debates, The Heart and Soul: Goddesses Hindu Lives In the Footsteps of Muhammad Inside The Harem Islam's Furthest Frontier Jason and the Argonauts Long Search, The
Religion Religions Religious Studies Page Gene Thursby s extensive collection of information and links for the study and interpretation of religions. Categories include religious traditions, http://www.clas.ufl.edu/users/gthursby/rel/
World Religion WebQuest WebQuest an inquiryoriented learning environment that makes good use of the Web. http://mywebpages.comcast.net/mruland/MWH/WebQuests/wreligion.html
Extractions: Introduction In Modern World History, we strive to understand why events have happened so that we can better understand our present and the future. One of the the most important factors to help explain why people react in certain ways is religion. Throughout history, belief in a certain religion has effect the political, social, economic, and intellectual life of the belivers. You are continuing your work for the Ruland Time Traveling Detective Agency by creating a reference chart about some of the world's major religions. This webQuest was designed before the tragic events on September 11, 2001. Throughout history, many evils have been done in the name of religion. That does not mean the the religion or the majority of believers support those actions. In this time of grief and anger, it is important to learn what these religions really teach; the message of love, peace, and harmony are usually the central focus. The Task You are continuing your work for the Ruland Time Traveling Detective Agency. Your detectives need a clear reference chart that will give them some basic information about Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. You will be creating that chart. In creating your chart, you will also be determining which WWW sites are more helpful and accurate. You will also have to record basic bibliographic information for each site you decide to use.
International Reconciliation Coalition The greatest wounds in human history, the greatest injustices, have not happened through the acts of some individual perpetrator; rather through the institutions, systems, philosophies, cultures, religions and governments of humankind. http://www.reconcile.org/
