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Explore the History of Religion, its teachings, and practices of faiths that influenced humanity's spiritual essence across eras

Preacher & Religious Author: Who Was John Bunyan?
Preacher & Religious Author: Who Was John Bunyan?

Emerging from the shadows during the Protestant Reformation, the untrained preacher John Bunyan went on to become a widely popular religious author.

What Is the First Epistle of Peter About?
What Is the First Epistle of Peter About?

The First Epistle of Peter is a powerful letter written with an audience that was suffering persecution in mind.

What Is the Book of Hebrews About?
What Is the Book of Hebrews About?

The Book of Hebrews, more than any other New Testament epistle, explains the fulfillment of the Old Testament ceremonial system.

Who Were the 5 Most Important Lutheran Reformers?
Who Were the 5 Most Important Lutheran Reformers?

Following the earthquake caused by Martin Luther, these men emerged to carry the Lutheran torch.

History of Christian Missionaries: From Apostles to Modern Day
History of Christian Missionaries: From Apostles to Modern Day

This article explores how missionaries have spread the message of Christianity through the world since the days of the Bible until today.

Himmler, Hitler, & Occultism: The Nazi Search for the Arcane
Himmler, Hitler, & Occultism: The Nazi Search for the Arcane

Hitler and the Nazis obsessively pursued occultism, seeking arcane artifacts to legitimize their racist ideology, and manipulating mysticism to fuel their quest for domination.

Simone Weil: Did George Herbert Convert the French Mystic?
Simone Weil: Did George Herbert Convert the French Mystic?

Did a British Christian Poet affect a culturally Jewish, agnostic, quasi-mystic French philosopher? This is the story of George Herbert and Simone Weil.

What Bible Translations Existed Before and During the Protestant Reformation?
What Bible Translations Existed Before and During the Protestant Reformation?

Prior to the Protestant Reformation, only a few Biblical translations were made in vernacular and common languages, including those in our list, which are now rare and treasured relics.