21. World Religions: Comparative Analysis The goal of this comparative religion site is to investigate whether or not world religions are complementary and equally true. OF THE MAJOR world religions. http://www.comparativereligion.com/

Last modified March 18, 2004 options A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE MAJOR WORLD RELIGIONS FROM A CHRISTIAN PERSPECTIVE by Ernest Valea The goal of this site is to investigate whether or not there is sufficient evidence to prove that world religions are complementary and equally true, according to the model inspired by an old Indian tale - that of the blind men who tried to describe an elephant. It is said that once upon a time a king gathered a few men who were born blind. They were asked to describe an elephant, but each one was presented with only a certain part of it. To one was presented the head of the elephant, to another the trunk, to another its ears, to another the leg, the body, the tail, tuft of the tail, etc. The one who was presented with the head said: "The elephant is like a pot!" The one who was presented the trunk answered, "The elephant is like a hose". The one who touched only the ears thought that the elephant was a fan, the others said that it was a pillar, a wall, a rope, a brush, etc. Then they quarreled among themselves, each thinking that he was the only one right and the others were wrong. The obvious truth is that the elephant is a unity of many parts, a unity that they could not grasp in their ignorance. According to the pattern suggested by this tale, it is often said that world religions form a unity, and only this unity provides the right perspective on ultimate truth.

22. World Religions: Comparative Analysis The goal of this comparative religion site is to investigate whether or not world religions are complementary and equally true. IN world religions. http://www.comparativereligion.com/evil.html

THE PROBLEM OF EVIL IN WORLD RELIGIONS The problem of evil is a touchstone of any religion. Evil is present everywhere: in our society, in the environment, around us and even inside us. Out of our direct confrontation with evil results suffering, and thus endless questions about the meaning of life. That is why all religions have to give a proper answer regarding the origin, nature and end of evil. There are three major religious alternatives in explaining evil, stated by the pantheistic, dualistic and monotheistic religions. Pantheistic religions regard evil as ultimately unreal. Human suffering is a product of spiritual ignorance gathered in previous lives and distributed in the present one according to the dictates of karma. In the dualistic religions, good and evil are two eternal and rival principles. Neither has created the other one and each acts according to its own nature. In the monotheistic religions, evil has a personal identity. It is a being that has fallen from an initial good status as a result of misusing his freedom of will. Let us analyze these perspectives and see to what extent they are compatible with one another. Evil in Eastern religions Evil in Hinduism As mentioned in a previous article, Hinduism is a complex mixture of religious trends. Concerning the relation between Ultimate Reality and evil, there are at least three major perspectives, given by:

23. World Religion Resources - The Best Of The Net WORLD RELIGION RESOURCES. The Internet. Mysticism in world religions Interesting format, numerous links, especially to Buddhist resources. http://www.aril.org/World.html

WORLD RELIGION RESOURCES The following sites have been awarded the ARIL Hot Site designation as offering among the best resources concerning world religion on the Internet. Mysticism in World Religions Interesting format, numerous links, especially to Buddhist resources. These pages are put together by Deb Platt entirely out of her "household income." A wonderful example of how one person's intimate vision of the relationship between and among world religions can find creative expression on the Internet. Adherents.com The place to go for facts and figures about membership in most world religions and denominations. The Pluralism Project was developed by Diana L. Eck at Harvard University to study and document the growing religious diversity of the United States, with a special view to its new immigrant religious communities. The website includes a description of the CD-ROM and slide sets that give teachers and students of religion a remarkable multi-media resource to enhance their appreciation of religious diversity. English Literature and Religion.

24. Religions Of The World This includes the beliefs and history of six of the world s most known religions. Religions of the World. An Introduction to the Study of world religions. http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/cultural/religion/

Religions of the World Islam Judaism Buddhism Animism ... Hinduism Use our clickable map showing the geographic concentrations of religious groups to explore today's major world religions. An Introduction to the Study of World Religions From the earliest known evidence of human religion by Homo Sapiens Neanderthalensis around 100,000 years ago to the present day, religion continues to be a very influential aspect of human lives. Today, there are numerous challenges and problems faced by humans from every possible background, location and social class. Every day people must face issues of health, safety and mortality. It is because of these daily challenges that religion continues to exist. Religion is the universal tool for explaining things which we do not understand through the context the known physical world. Although there are countless religions, each different from the other, they all serve the same purpose. Each answers questions which all humans seem to be programmed to ask: Why are we here? What happens when I die? How shall I live my life? Religion helps us to transmit our values from one generation to another, and influences the way we interact with the natural environment. It teaches us how to see ourselves in light of the universe and gives purpose and meaning to life.

25. Summaries Of World Religions : Presented By FECHA America. Summaries of world religions. Churches. During most of Japanese history, it was combined with other religions and world views. When http://securehosts.com/fecha/religion.htm

The First Electronic Church of America S ummaries of W orld R eligions Churches T he word "church" can mean a building, or those who congregate and worship there. Here in FECHA, "church" means "community"-one linked by the technology of electro-space. By simply logging on to this site, you have joined our congregation. Feel free to explore the many "rooms" and levels of FECHA, dedicated to the recognition and celebration of the power of focused electrons thru the ages. Does FECHA seek converts? Hardly. We don't wish to turn you away from your religious beliefs or traditions. We see all religions as part of human history; all churches as temporal extensions of their founders' particular visions of a power greater than themselves. We hope that you will come to accept, and participate in, this exciting electronic connection. No matter which religion we embrace, we are all made of electrons. That is our linkage. That is our heritage. That is our destiny. That is our Church: FECHA. Catholicism T Hinduism A Islam I slam has 840 million followers around the world. It was founded by the prophet Mohammed, who received the holy scriptures of Islam, the Koran, from Allah (God) c. A.D. 610. Islam (Arabic for "submission to God") maintains that Mohammed is the last in a long line of holy prophets, preceded by Adam, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus. In addition to being devoted to the Koran, followers of Islam (Muslims) are devoted to the worship of Allah through the Five Pillars: the Statement: "There is no god but God, and Mohammed is his prophet;" Prayer, conducted five times a day while facing Mecca; the giving of alms; the keeping of the fast of Ramadan during the ninth month of the Muslim year; and the making of a pilgrimage at least once to Mecca, if possible. The two main divisions of Islam are the Sunni and the Shiite. The Wahabis are the most important Sunni sect, while the Shiite sects include the Assassins, the Druses, and the Fatimids, among countless others.

26. Spirituality And Religions: Internet Links Internet links to articles, papers, studies and abstracts related to homosexuality and world religions. http://fsw.ucalgary.ca/ramsay/gay-lesbian-bisexual/6a-religion-gay-lesbian.htm

Graphics by Websight West: - Acknowledgments Information Limitations INTERNET LINKS Note: Changes / Additions to this resource will initially be made on - This Web Page - and here about one month later. Page Index: - General Information Same-Sex Marriage The Christian Right Roman Catholicism ... Trangender Spirituality. - Resources Web Resources Bibliographies / Book Lists Books General Information Policies of 28 Christian Denominations and 13 Other Religions Towards Homosexuality Summary of Religious Views on Homosexuality Beliefs on Homosexuality within various mainline Denominations The Conflict of Culture and Religion ... Dost Thou Mind the Pink Triangle ? N/A The Gay and Lesbian Religious Movement in America Christian denominations and sects and GLBT people from Yahoo.com Fellowship of Christian congregations with a special outreach to GLB communities For the love of God: Embracing Homosexuality in Today's World ... Search findarticles.com : many full text articles and papers. - Google Directory Same-Sex Marriage Major World Religions on the Question of Marriage Submission: Same-Sex Couples and the Law (NZ, May 2000)

27. INTERFAITH CALENDAR INTERFAITH CALENDAR Primary sacred times for world religions, 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014. 2004 2005 2006 http://www.interfaithcalendar.org/

INTERFAITH CALENDAR Primary sacred times for world religions Definitions Alternate formats Resources Families of Religions ... Work practices Day by Day Month by Month Year by Year Sacred times provide occasions for celebration, reflection, prayer, study, and devotion. Print out page editions June 2004 Spanish Edition Judaism Islam ... Native American and more Update: June 11, 2004 Since 1995 Global Service Email contact With appreciation to the Mall Area Religious Council MKL

28. World Religions worldWorld—Countries world religions. Afghanistan, Islam (Sunni 84%, Shi ite 15%), other 1%. Related content from HighBeam Research on world religions. http://www.infoplease.com/cgi-bin/id/A0855613

HOTWORDS CITE PRINT EMAIL in All Infoplease Almanacs Biographies Dictionary Encyclopedia Home Almanacs Atlas Encyclopedia ... Father's Day Infoplease Tools Periodic Table Conversion Tool Perpetual Calendar Year by Year ... Site Map Career Center Job Search Post Your Resume Continuing Ed. more . . . Also from Infoplease Search Infoplease Info search tips Search Biographies Bio search tips World Countries World Religions Afghanistan Islam (Sunni 84%, Shi'ite 15%), other 1% Albania Islam 70%, Albanian Orthodox 20%, Roman Catholic 10% Algeria 99% Islam (Sunni) Andorra Roman Catholic Angola Indigenous 47%, Roman Catholic 38%, Protestant 15% (1998 est.) Antigua and Barbuda Anglican and Roman Catholic Argentina Roman Catholic 92%, Protestant 2%, Jewish 2%, other 4% Armenia Armenian Orthodox 94% Australia Anglican 26.1%, Roman Catholic 26%, other Christian 24.3% Austria Roman Catholic 78%, Protestant 5%, Islam and other 17% Azerbaijan Islam 93.4%, Russian Orthodox 2.5%, Armenian Orthodox 2.3%, other 1.8% (1995 est.) Bahamas Baptist 32%, Anglican 20%, Roman Catholic 19%, Methodist 6%, Church of God 6%, other Protestant 12% Bahrain Islam (Shi'ite 70%, Sunni 30%)

29. Major Religions Of The World There are twelve classical world religions—those religions most often included in history of world religion surveys and studied in world religions classes http://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0113529.html

HOTWORDS CITE PRINT EMAIL in All Infoplease Almanacs Biographies Dictionary Encyclopedia Home Almanacs Atlas Encyclopedia ... Father's Day Infoplease Tools Periodic Table Conversion Tool Perpetual Calendar Year by Year ... Site Map Career Center Job Search Post Your Resume Continuing Ed. more . . . Also from Infoplease Search Infoplease Info search tips Search Biographies Bio search tips Society and Culture Religion Major Religions of the World Judaism Christianity Islam Hinduism ... Taoism See Major Holidays for listings of religious holidays. Religion The Major Faiths Search For: Source Type: Documents (from Newspapers, Magazines, Journals, Newswires, Transcripts and Books) Images and Maps Reference Research our extensive archive of more than 28 million documents from 2,600 sources. About Contact Link to Infoplease Privacy Related sites:

30. World Religions And 101 Cults and commentary of world religions and 101 cults, sects, the occult, freemasonry, new age, with art gallery. world religions...... http://religion-cults.com/

World Religions and Cults Sects , Denominations J. Domínguez, M.D. Description and Personal Commentary of Religions, Cults, Sects, Denominations, The Occult, Freemasonry, New Age FBOs, Mind Sciences, Ku Klux Klan Western: Judaism Islam Christianity ... Europe Greeks, Romans, Witchcraft America North and South American Indians Africa Voodoo, Santeria, Egyptians.... Asia Hindus, Babylon Oceania Totemism, Maoris Art Gallery Esoteric Mind Sciences, UFOs, Silva Method, Gurdjieff- Ouspensky, Atheism... Overview of Religions Membership - Chronology - Religions, Sects, Cults... Larger Picture Holy Scriptures Bibles Quran ... ... My aim in these Commentaries : One World Religion - Ecumenism - Religions Tolerance- The Authentic Religion Antichrist - Second Coming of Christ - End of the World - Armageddon - Rapture - Last Judgment "Salvation" by faith?... by works?... can a Jew or Muslim or a Hindu go to Heaven? RELIGIONS ART GALLERY ... Bible Commentary Book by Book, and by Themes The Jerome Bible Commentary, book by book Expanded commentary Jesus Christ and His Church in each book of the Bible Over 1000 prophecies of the Old Testament fulfilled in Jesus and His Church Search Engines - Submit Free Author's Biography Other Web Sites of Dr. Dominguez

31. ALA | Internet Resources: World Religions world religions on the Web A guide to some of the most helpful sites. This is true in relation to religion in general and also for specific world religions. http://www.ala.org/ala/acrl/acrlpubs/crlnews/backissues2002/june/worldreligions.

ALA American Library Association Search ALA Contact ALA ... Login Quicklinks Career Opportunities Chapters CHOICE Committees Directory of Leadership e-Learning Forms Information Literacy Marketing @ your library Publications Catalog RBM Recruiting to the Profession Scholarly Communication Sections Tipsheets Publications Career Opportunities Back Issues: 2004 Back Issues: 2003 ... Back Issues: 2002 June INTERNET RESOURCES World religions on the Web: A guide to some of the most helpful sites June 2002 Vol. 63 No. 6 by John Jaeger This can be a particular problem when searching in the area of world religions because the terrain is often unfamiliar, and it can be difficult to know when bias is presented in materials. During times of political tensions, such as the current ones in the Middle East, these kinds of issues particularly come to the forefront. Subtle bias also can appear in sites due to insular or missionary zeal. Web guides are useful in just these kinds of situations. They can help pull out from the abundance of sites on the Web the ones that are most helpful and most balanced in approach. This Web guide covers several main areas: world religion sites, specific religion sites, religious text sites, historical research sites, reference resource sites, and electronic journals. World religion sites Finding God in Cyberspace.

32. Definitions Of Religious Terms Alphabetized and crosslinked collection of definitions taken from the Oxford Dictionary of world religions and the Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of world religions. http://www.bloomington.in.us/~okolicko/definitions.html

Alphabetized As a service to you, my visitors, I'm providing definitions of some terms used in these pages, for the sake of clarity. Religious terms will be taken from the Oxford Dictionary of World Religions (Many of the entries in the Oxford dictionary provide a reading list of books devoted to that term). Also, the 1999 edition of Merriam-Webster's Encyclopedia of World Religions. This note will appear after definitions from the (M-W EWR) . Links are provided to this page whenever a defined term is used in the text. There's a note to this effect on the index page. Wherever you see an asterisk immediately before a term, it means that the term is also included in this list of words. There are many terms here that do not appear in my journals, which are provided for comparative reasons. Sacred texts refered to here are collected on their own page. This collection of terms and people includes personages throughout history and the world in my lifetime that have influenced or impacted me. I would not be what I have become in my fifty-some years were it not for the beliefs and practices of those varied and sundry people I have met. I hope you find this service informative and useful. The buttons below take you to that letter in the listings. *Agni from Sanskrit , 'fire' cf. Latin, ignis

33. World Religions: Comparative Religion From A Baha'i Perspective Comparative religion studies from a Baha i viewpoint, containing scripture quotations and links to various world religions. In the http://bahai.freeservers.com/

  In the late 60's after going through a bitter and cynical "anti" organized religion periodfor I had seen far too many examples of religious organizations causing discordI took a Comparative Religion course at the University of Illinois. While the professor mocked organized religion relentlessly, what I discovered surprised me. World Religions I found similar patterns in each of them and found that the same essential Truths were taught in all the world's true religions. That led me to search to see if there really was a religion that put all this together and made sense. I stumbled upon it a few blocks away from my apartment and Life has never been the same sincethankfully. John A . Nesbit About Me "The religion of God and the creed of God hath been revealed and made manifest from the heaven of the will of the king of pre-existence for the sake of union and harmony among the people of the world; make it not a means for disagreement and discord!" Bahá'u'lláh janesbit1@rocketmail.com

34. World Religions I believe God has always been with Man and has always provided a teacher to give us guidance. It is as if we are continually in http://bahai.freeservers.com/religion.html

I believe God has always been with Man and has always provided a "teacher" to give us guidance. It is as if we are continually in schoolwhile our first grade teacher may have known as much as the college professor, he/she only gave us the information we were ready for. Likewise, the college professor doesn't deny any of the Truths taught to us by our elementary teachers; he/she brings us new knowledge that we can now comprehend. This is a concept Bahá'is call progressive revelation and is something you must investigate yourself. Indigenous Hinduism Zoroastrianism Judaism Buddhism Taoism Christianity Islam Bábism Bahá'i Faith Religious Resources "These attributes of God are not, and have never been, vouchsafed specially unto certain Prophets, and withheld from others. Nay, all the Prophets of God, His well-favored, His holy and chosen Messengers are, without exception, the bearers of His names, and the embodiment of His attributes. They only differ in the intensity of their revelation and the comparative potency of their light." Bahá'u'lláh janesbit1@rocketmail.com

35. CSWR Center for the Study of world religions. Upcoming Events at CSWR On Fire. Fri., May 21, and Sat., May 22, 730 pm Dance performances http://www.hds.harvard.edu/cswr/

Center for the Study of World Religions The 2003-2004 schedule of events and programs has ended. Public events will resume in the fall. last modified: May 26, 2004 comments about this page should be addressed to: Kit Dodgson

36. The Western Sufism Of William Blake: The Blaketashi Dervishes. A comparison of Christian mysticism to Sufism. An instructive example of how cults are built and maintained, as well as an examination of the root similarities of all major world religions. http://www.blaketashi.com/

Blaketashi Darwish FAQ Older Material The Blaketashi Darwishes are dedicated to the continual re-incorporation of the Perennial Philosophy into Western Culture, a function performed in the East by the Sufis. The Perennial Philosophy is native to all lands and all times, and arises by its own Accord from the Ground of Being. It arises in a manner which is fructifying, providing Spiritual Nourishment in ways often Unexpected. The Unexpected, rather than being surprising, hides unexpectedly amongst Common Things. As William Blake says: How do you know but ev'ry Bird that cuts the airy way, Is an immense world of delight, clos'd by your senses five? In a culture which increasingly seeks novelty and calls it Nourishment, the Blaketashi happily points to the Providence and Abundance which is our collective birthright. New Material Pronunciation Khidr Interview (2004) Practices Interview with Khidr (2001) ... WE Blake Interview (2004) An interview (2001) of WE Blake Idries Shah The Lataif Sufi Persecution ... Links Jerry Seinfeld on: What's with Abdullah Goldstein?

37. URI Kids :: World Religions URI launches it s first website for kids and interactive learning tool about world religions. world religions. Welcome to the world religions pages. http://www.uri.org/kids/world.htm

World Religions Welcome to the World Religions pages. We hope the information contained in these pages helps to serve as an introduction to some of the many religions and spiritual traditions in the world. There is special information and activities contained within for teachers. Teachers p lease visit our Activities section. What is religion? What is a spiritual tradition? Religion is all or some of the attributes described below. Religion is different for different people and cultures. Some religion is so much a part of the culture of a given people that it is not so much a formal religion, but simply the spiritual aspects of that culture or group - the spiritual traditions which help define it. This is especially true of the indigenous traditions of a geographical area. a way of explaining the mysteries of life how the world was created why it was created why there is life and death what happens when people die why there is suffering a way of explaining a supreme power or absolute power, whether impersonal or personal, nameable or not

38. WWW Virtual Library: International Affairs Resources--World Religions world religions. Facets of Religion The World Wide Web Virtual Library Religion, with annotated links to sources on the major religions of the world. http://www.etown.edu/vl/worldrel.html

The WWW Virtual Library: International Affairs Resources Please select the next resource category that you want. Quick Clicks Menu Home Starter Tips for Internet Research Virtual Libraries Maps News Sources International Radio and Television Journals and Magazines United States Government Nongovernmental Organizations United Nations European Union Other Intergovernmental Organizations Research Institutes Global and Cross-Cultural Issues Western Europe Eastern Europe Latin America Middle East Africa Asia General Resources for All Countries Resources for Selected Countries International Business and Economics International Development Study/Work/Internships/Service Abroad International Communications World Religions Public Health Global Environment Peace/Conflict Resolution/Security International and National Law Human Rights and Humanitarian Affairs International and Comparative Education American Foreign Policy French Language Spanish Language German Language General Foreign Languages World Religions Academic Info: Religion Subject Index A large directory of Internet resources for the academic study of religion.

39. Resources On World Religions / Comparative Religion Resources on world religions / Comparative Religion. Ishwar.com http//www.ishwar.com/ This site offers the basic sacred texts of the major world religions. http://www.wabashcenter.wabash.edu/Internet/worldrel.htm

Resources on World Religions / Comparative Religion syllabi and teaching resources electronic texts Encyclopedia Mythica http://www.pantheon.org/ "This is an encyclopedia on mythology, folklore, magic, and more. It contains over 4300 definitions of gods and goddesses, supernatural beings and legendary creatures and monsters from all over the world." Maintained by M.F. Lindemans. Internet Sacred Text Archive http://www.sacred-texts.com/index.htm "This site is a freely available non-profit archive of electronic texts about religion, mythology, legends and folklore, and occult and esoteric topics. Texts are presented in English translation and, in some cases, in the original language. This site has no particular agenda other than promoting religious tolerance and scholarship." Here you will find texts relating to the major world religions, as well as many lesser known topics. Ishwar.com http://www.ishwar.com/ This site offers the basic sacred texts of the major world religions. Religion Online http://www.religion-online.org/

40. Religion & World Religions Web Sites Religion world religions Web Sites. Internet Sites for Comparative Religious Studies and world religions. Compiled by James T. Cloud http://www.nain.org/links/religion.htm

NAINet NORTH AMERICAN INTERFAITH NETWORK NAINet's CHAT ROOM CLICK ON THE LINK ABOVE: Enter a Nickname and click connect. (no email necessary) Please wait, It may take a while to load Home Page Table of Contents Join NAIN Library ... Religion Link Web Sites Internet Sites for Comparative Religious Studies and World Religions. Compiled by James T. Cloud, Editor, The Sacred Books Library (CD-ROM) and Director of the Multifaith Institute. General and Academic Sites Sites by Religion African Religions Baha'i Faith ... Zoroastrianism General and Academic Sites Academic Info http://www.academicinfo.net/religindex.html An annotated directory of internet resources, including links, for the academic study of religion. American Academy of Religion http://www.aarweb.org

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