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World religions
Links for World religions added within the last month:
All links for World religions:
Afghanistan's Taliban: Not a Valid Interpretation of Islam
(Link #346)
An article by Dr. Laila Al-Marayati, a Los Angeles physician and past president of the Muslim Women's League, expressing that women's rights is consistent with the spirit of egalitarianism expressed in the Koran.
Art Concordance
(Link #176)
This is an amazing resource! You will find hundreds of links to artwork indexed according to biblical and liturgical subjects. A visual feast!
Belief Net
(Link #143)
This is a huge site! Multifaith and independent in nature, Belief Net has a mission to "help people meet their own religious, spiritual, and moral needs by providing information, inspiration, community, stimulation, and products." The site is easy to navigate and is divided into the categories of religion, spirituality, morality, inspiration, culture, news, teens, milestones, and family. Articles, Web site addresses, and multimedia opportunities abound on this very informative site that is suitable for both teachers and students!
BITESIZE for Religious Education
(Link #254)
This site is filled with bite-size pieces of information on various religious education topics. The revision feature leads the learner through an outline and summary of the content. A test feature is an option as well. Topics include death, God, human relationships, discrimination, sanctity of life, war and peace. This is a great resource for comparative religion courses!
Buddhism
(Link #52)
The World Wide Web Virtual Library presents the Internet Guide to Buddhism and Buddhist Studies, which is well maintained by a knowledgeable staff. This is a one-stop resource for sites, texts, newsletters, art, journals, and databases pertaining to Buddhism. The search function is particularly helpful.
Buddhist Studies
(Link #59)
The Barre Center for Buddhist Studies and the Insight Meditation Society have contributed to this site focused on Buddhism. A list of teachers and centers online, as well as links to articles and talks in the dharma resources section and the Insight magazine online, make this site current, user-friendly, and excellent for background. An interesting feature of the site is the audio dharma talks. These could be helpful in research and multimedia presentations for the classroom.
Christian Classics Ethereal Library
(Link #64)
This site boasts that it has "enough good reading material to last a lifetime," and that is very true! Access to the World Wide Study Bible and writings from early church writers is given in an easy-to-use format. Maintained by Calvin College out of Grand Rapids, Michigan, the site is ecumenical in approach. A search function is provided throughout the site to ease the location of material. In the World Wide Study Bible, each book of the Bible can be clicked on, and numerous articles and sources are given for that book.
Christian Timeline
(Link #65)
Looking for a very detailed chronology of Christianity? The purpose of this timeline is to give Christians of any denomination the background and historical context surrounding the development of those religious traditions. The timeline is easy to view and would serve well as an introduction to a course or a companion piece throughout a church history class.
Church World Service
(Link #232)
Church World Service is a ministry of the National Council of the Churches of Christ. CWS offers many resources for teaching social justice, including this superb Web site! Essays, links, a free lending library, teaching activities, study guides, and current news from all areas of the world are just a few of the features you will find on this site.
Ecclesiology and Church History
(Link #265)
This award-winning site has excellent content that teachers and students will find helpful. Avery Dulles's models of church are described, vivid artwork fills the pages, and an eight-module history of the church provides an excellent sketch of the key points of church history from apostolic times to the present.
Electronic New Testament Educational Resources
(Link #225)
This comprehensive site, maintained by Professor Felix Just, SJ, of Loyola Marymount University, has incredible resources for students and teachers of Scripture. Links to articles, glossaries, lists, handouts, charts, reviews, and other Web sites are easy to find. The major categories include the four Gospels and evangelists, Paul and the epistles, and the Book of Revelation.
Encyclopedia Brittanica
(Link #115)
This online encyclopedia is an excellent resource for any topic, and that includes religion classes! On the home page, click on religion and there are three options to choose from: news and features, web's best sites, and the encyclopedia. Each option contains an incredible amount of information. The news and features are kept current and explore media and culture. The encyclopedia gives a brief article with links to any element of the study of religion imaginable. Click on Roman Catholicism, and an article on its history appears, with detailed links at the bottom of the page. Comprehensive and current, this site is a must for teacher background and student research.
Ethical Teachings of Jesus
(Link #279)
This short article looks at the basis for Jesus' ethical teachings. Good background reading and discussion starter.
Faith Central: Virtual Classroom
(Link #227)
Faith Central is an online faith community and a Marist Internet Project, currently sponsored by the Society of Mary, New Zealand. The site, which is easy to navigate and contains excellent content, covers topics such as art, music, architecture, the Eucharist, the church year, the life and times of Jesus, the psychology of religion, sects and cults, the Holy Spirit, the influence of the media, and much more. This is an excellent resource for students and teachers!
From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians
(Link #117)
This is one of the most comprehensive sites on Christianity that I have ever seen! From PBS Frontline, this site looks at Jesus from a historical perspective and from the spiritual dimension of Christ. The site gives the latest research surrounding Jesus and his world. The four Gospels are explored, along with Q, the Gnostics, and the Gospel of Thomas. The first Christians and how the sect spread and became successful are discussed in detail. The home page offers five major categories to choose from, and each of those takes you to subcategories containing a wealth of information. Maps, charts, pictures, and audio excerpts from the program are also included. The teacher's guide is extremely well done, giving suggestions for using the content and site in history, religion, English literature, and psychology classes. This is a must-see!
Gandhi Today
(Link #77)
Honoring the memory of Mohandas Gandhi, this site is full of information about his way of life and his commitment to nonviolence. Headings such as "the man," "the concept," and "the opinions" make this web site easy to explore. An opportunity to subscribe to the magazine Gandhi Today is given.
Holidays Around the World
(Link #205)
This site is packed with information about holidays that are celebrated all over the world. Links can provide pictures, lesson plans, timelines, and the historical background of the holiday. It is good for teacher and student use.
Holy Net
(Link #240)
Holy Net is a very visual site that includes online virtual tours of important sites in the Holy Land that Jesus himself actually walked. Beautiful photographs make the study of church history come alive!
Interview with God
(Link #290)
In a beautifully designed flash presentation, questions are posed to God. The responses will touch you and give you pause to ponder. Available in many languages, such as English, Spanish, French, German, Finnish, Italian, and Hungarian. A wonderful experience to share with colleagues and young people.
Into His Own: Perspective on the World of Jesus
(Link #223)
This Web site is designed as a tool for the historical study of the Christian Scriptures. Many of the works are written by Jewish authors, especially those composed after the Hebrew Scriptures that can be found in any Christian "Old Testament." Selections from non-Jewish sources are also available, which can bring the writings of Christian authors into a clearer cultural perspective. This is an excellent resource for teacher background.
John Paul II: The Millennial Pope
(Link #119)
This Frontline site focuses on Pope John Paul II and explores the sources of his character and beliefs. This site is a must see! There is a biography of John Paul II, along with his anecdotes and stories and encyclicals. A teacher's guide with many questions for discussion, glossary, and debate activities is also included. There is a video clip that includes a roundtable discussion on the Catholic Church and sex that addresses homosexuality, women, and contraception. This is an excellent, thought-provoking piece.
Judaism
(Link #81)
The Jewish Internet Consortium is a comprehensive site from Brookline, Massachusetts' Hebrew College. There are four major parts to the site: (1) Jewish resources on the Internet, (2) frequently asked questions about Judaism, (3) the Shamash store, and (4) a list of kosher restaurants. Teachers will find the first two parts helpful for research and background. Hundreds of links are provided to Jewish museums, exhibitions, the arts, congregations, organizations, the calendar, books, the Holocaust, and travel. The questions frequently asked about Judaism are answered in clear, concise essays that students would be able to follow.
Lesson Plans from the Peace Corps
(Link #263)
If you are looking for some ways to integrate global education into your lessons, this site from the Peace Corps contains many activities that have been sorted by grade level and curricular area. Although none of the activities are specifically for theology classes, many of the great ideas can be easily adapted.
Maryknoll Work in Cambodia
(Link #148)
This is the home page of Fr. Charlie Dittmeier, a priest who works with Maryknoll and peopole who are deaf. Having ministered in India and Hong Kong, Fr. Charlie is now living and working in Cambodia. Some of the interesting features of this Web site include pages on Cambodia (daily life, culture, photographs, and a diary that details Charlie's move there), the week's liturgy with the reading and short reflection, a justice and peace page with links and updates, notable quotes, occasional outbursts, and information on Maryknoll. This is an excellent site to use with students.
Orthodox Christians
(Link #89)
This site gives a good introduction to what it means to be an Orthodox Christian. An essay on this topic is one of the first items encountered on the site. It gives a basic overview of orthodoxy. The site includes the divine liturgy, Orthodox prayers, readings, and news. The resources are set up as links from the site and are comprehensive in nature. The "Icons" feature provides illustrations of beautiful icons, and icon clip art is available from this site as well.
Pluralism Project
(Link #158)
This is an excellent site if you teach or are interested in world religions! From Harvard University's Pluralism Project, there are many resources and networking opportunities. The "selected links" feature offers links to outside websites exploring the various traditions and beliefs of the following: Afro-Caribbean, Baha'i, Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Islam, Native American, Paganism, Taoism, etc. An excellent resource for teachers and students.
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year
(Link #390)
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year. This link provides a good summary of this ancient feast.
Spirituality and Health
(Link #300)
A goldmine of resources, articles, links, self-tests, and discussions on spirituality and health. Easy to navigate and filled with dynamic and engaging content, both students and teachers will find great material on this site. Be sure to check out the spiritual practices section on the right toolbar of the home page.
Theology and Religion Educational Resources
(Link #194)
This site contains resources and lesson plans for religious education and includes many links to sites of particular interest to Catholic educators. It includes lesson plans and units for world religions, church history, famous people, prayer, and the Catechism. This is a great resource for teachers.
Thomas Merton Foundation
(Link #237)
The Thomas Merton Foundation supports the preservation of Thomas Merton archives. The foundation is dedicated to raising awareness of the spiritual discipline and contemplative practices of Thomas Merton to people around the world as a means of addressing global issues and assisting them in realizing peace, justice, and the sacred in their personal and public lives. The Web site features a quote of the week, resources, links, and information on programs sponsored by the foundation. A good resource for everything Merton!
Today's Catholic Teacher
(Link #307)
This is a free online curriculum support service to help catechists and teachers find resources and ideas to use in planning lessons. Be sure to click on the file feature to find lesson plans and thematic resources.
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