War Is Not “Hell” It’s “Sin”: Jews and Muslims Hunger Strike Against Violence
Five things happened to our ancestors of the 17th of Tammuz and five things happened on…
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The Big Lie Misrepresentation in Louisiana “Seal of Confessional” Case
The systematic abuse of the free exercise clause strikes again. In this latest episode, according to bloggers at Hot Air and the American Conservative, “[t]he…
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How Did the Buddha Become a Medieval Saint?
When Saint Francis Xavier attempted to bring Christianity to Asia in the middle of the…
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Addressing the Culture War Without Touching the Culture War
In his latest book, historian George Marsden attempts to provide an account for the current state of…
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The Fourth of July Is Not America’s Birthday
No, in July of 2014 we don’t face the urgent threat of an established church, but we do face an ongoing struggle with those abusing freedom of religion.
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Christianity’s Greatest Counterfeit
Like it or not, the Republicans in Congress are now a kind of congregation, a reality of church, a particular church, but still a church. Inescapably, now they present a Christianity in total power.
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The Real Mormon Moment
At least a dozen Mormons nationwide have faced or are facing discipline for criticizing Church practices or policies—even in anonymous chat rooms.
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Vatican Reverses Anti-Liberation Policies in Mexico
Maya deacon ordinations signal sea change in the Church.
Read MoreDavid Brat, Theological Conundrum
First question: does Brat intend to legislate his religious beliefs if elected? Second question: what are those beliefs exactly?
Read MoreThe Blockbuster Spirituality of John Green’s “The Fault In Our Stars”
In my department’s hallway, there is a placard that asks, “What can I do with…
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