Tag Archives: religion
Islam is peace
I have been asked to shed some light on Islam as a peaceful religion. In view of the shortage of time, I can only address this subject briefly. Whenever one wishes to speak about Islam as a religion of peace, … Continue reading
Love & Compassion; to children, parents & those whom we invite to do good
The article focuses on the fact that Holy Quran is full with verses and phrases of love and compassion. In fact, according the authors, “the variations of the word “rahmah” (i.e. mercy and compassion) can be found around 178 times … Continue reading
Mutual Vulnerability: a key issue in humanising pedagogy in post-conflict societies
This article published in 2009 argues about the needs that face the education programmes in post-conflict societies, focusing as well in the intercultural, ethnic and religious perspective. The authors introduce the principle of mutual vulnerability.
Religion News Service
The website offers secular news and photo service devoted to religion and ethics. Website’s first priority is to provide intelligent, objective coverage of all religions – Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Asian religions and private spirituality. It also provides commentary from a … Continue reading
Video of student initiative about the Parliament of the Worlds Religions
This is a video of a student initiative about the Parliament of the World’s Religions. It convenes leaders from the religious, academic, and civic spheres of society with the aim of developing a more peaceful planet. The Parliament began in … Continue reading
Religion in Education. A contribution to dialogue or a factor of conflict in transforming European countries (REDCo)
The main aim of the Religion in Education (REDCo) project was to establish and compare the potentials and limitations of religion in the educational fields of selected European countries and regions. The project identified approaches and policies that could contribute … Continue reading
The Mormons
The Mormons is a 4 hour documentary on one of the fastest growing religions in the world. Interviews with church members, writers and historians as well as supporters and critics. Teacher Guides are also provided, as well as other links. … Continue reading
A Different Conversation
"A Different Conversation" documentary explores the experiences of college students on a trip to Jerusalem, evoking individual and collective narratives as to how religion is both relevant and alive today. Within the context of Jerusalem’s political tensions, the students explored … Continue reading
Tolerance and Tension: Islam and Christianity in Sub-Saharan Africa
A Pew Forum survey of respondents in 19 Sub-Saharan African countries on the role of religion and tolerance has resulted in this report. The report has a detailed and sometimes unexpected portrait. Besides offering background information, the report is a … Continue reading
Religion in Public Schools
One of the most controversial religion-state issues in the United States is the issue of religion in public schools because of the perceptions of the First Amendment. In this lesson, students will focus on on this issue. By doing research … Continue reading