Russian reactions to the US report on international religious freedom
The yearly US report on International Religious Freedom, which has been published in September 2008, always creates some irritation in different countries of the world. It is once again the case this year, as evidenced by news recently published by a leading Russian news agency, Interfax - including a summary of the official reaction of the Russian foreign ministry.
Comparative research: different religious attitudes of young people in Australia and Thailand
Although a number of traditional religious beliefs have been eroded among young Thai Buddhists, there is no sign that they will abandon Buddhism and become unaffiliated; but among young Australians, religion is approached from an individualist perspective.
Norse Pagans receive cemetery in Denmark
Followers of the (revived) Norse religion living in the third-largest city of Denmark, Odense, will be entitled to their own cemetery, following a decision made by the Danish authorities.
Protestant Pastors View Islam with Suspicion
Protestant pastors in the U.S. have a negative view of Islam and more than half agree with Franklin Graham’s statement that Islam is an “evil” religion, according to a just-released study by LifeWay Research. More than 4 in 10 agree that Islam is dangerous and promotes violence.
Buddha Figurines: Why the Poses Are Important
Buddha reached Enlightenment while meditating under the Bodhi Tree For this reason, most Buddha figurines show him meditating
A journey covering Buddhist destinations while you travel to India!
This article aims to provide information on Buddhist destinations of India. India is a great place to come for holiday. If you made up your mind to travel India to get some view of the Buddhist culture and architecture, then visiting Buddhist destinations is must. Let’s throw some light on some of the famous Buddhist spots in India:
Buddhism and the West : Subsequent to a Friendly Encounter
It is estimated that there are now over 190,000 Buddhists in the United States Most of these, however, are Americans of Chinese and Japanese origin who belong to the Pure Land Sect and are organized under the name The Buddhist Churches of America
Buddhism in the Western World
The Scholarly Beginnings of Western Buddhism
HOW BUDDHISM CAME TO THE WEST
It is said that at present Buddhism is firmly established in England, Germany, France, and the United States The religion of the Buddha has taken firm roots in Western soil, and only time is needed for the roots to go deep
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The Year of Faith Tourism 2009 Proclaimed by the World Religious Travel Association
The World Religious Travel Association (WRTA) has designated 2009 as The Year of Faith Tourism. Serving as a special time set aside for the promotion of and participation in travel by people of faith, the purpose and goal of the year-long celebrations and activities is three-fold: (1) Highlight the New Era of Faith Tourism. (2) Increase the awareness of the personal and communal benefits of Faith Tourism. (3) Contribute to the overall growth and health of the global economy, travel industry, and individual travel providers. All sectors of society are encouraged to become actively involved in The Year of Faith Tourism including the media, governments, travel providers/suppliers, faith communities, and individuals.
The New Book that CAIR Does Not Want You to Read
Ex-Muslims risk death to condemn their former faith with new book, "Why We Left Islam: Former Muslims Speak Out".
Almost Eight Years Following 9-11 A New Book Warns Ignorance of Islam Threatens America's Freedom
Almost eight years following our experience of 9-11, Americans remain dramatically conflicted about the religion of Islam, practiced by 20 to 25 percent of the people of the planet. In a new book just released, Journeys into the Heart and Heartland of Islam, written by Marvin W. Heyboer, Ph.D., published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc., Pittsburgh, the author urges readers to answer the vital question: In the wake of terrorist attacks and threats of jihad, how do we and how should we relate to Muslims?
They cared for the children
When abortion was legalized in 1973, Catholic Charities of Boston saw the number of babies put up for adoption plummet, and its caseload fell from about 500 to 50 children a year. The agency changed its focus to finding homes for older foster children.
Faith Building 101A
Let Your Family and Friends Know That You Are A Person of Faith.If you are like my Magic Genie friend Gloriious and I, you may be shy about telling those you love and care about that you are a person of faith.
Buddhism Was Born Four Thousand Years Ago
One of the most important calculations of Indian history has been done on the basis of the lifetime of a certain Indian emperor called Ashoka, considered to be one of the greatest emperors of world history He was a Buddhist emperor who was responsible for the spread of Buddhism, to distant corners of India and the neighboring countries, by sending large number of Buddhist missionaries to these places
The Bible reveals next and last pope will be a devil impersonating John Paul II
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