A term to describe an organized belief system which revolves around supernatural elements and entities.
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Is the Bible considered a reliable historical resource? [closed]
I realize there is probably a large spectrum of opinions on this matter. Nevertheless, what is the general consensus among academics on the historical reliability of the Bible? Is it a sound ...
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What were Hitler's religious beliefs?
Hitler is often cited as an example of an evil atheist (along with Stalin and Mao). But there are several quotes from him that seem to indicate he believed in the Christian God - and even used this to ...
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What was the religion of the Arabic people before conversion to Islam?
What was the dominant religion of the Arabic people when Prophet Muhammed started the Islamic religion?
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What was the structure of religious beliefs among the Arabic peoples before conversion to Islam?
Other questions on this topic has addressed the pre-Islamic religious beliefs in broad detail, including the conversion of near-Arab cultures.
What was the specific nature of the pre-Islamic ...
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Orphism's alleged influence on Christianity
I've read in Nils Johan Ringdal's delightful but ill-footnoted Love For Sale: A World History of Prostitution that the apostle Paul was influenced by Orphism when he set out to weaken women's roles in ...
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Was there ever any organization of thieves or pickpockets?
I don't know all that much about history, but I am writing a book about a clan of thieves. Can anyone suggest any historical examples of an established group specifically dedicated to organized ...
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Was there any theological opposition to the lightning rod?
Apparently, there was some opposition to the lightning rod at the time of its invention because lightning was seen as "the wrath of God" and should not be controlled.
I'd like to find some citations ...
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Where does the tradition of Christmas gifts comes from?
Where does the modern tradition of exchanging gifts from Christmas comes from? I've heard that it's inspired by a similar tradition the Ancient Romans had on one of their festivals, is that true?
