History
Learn about how different alternative religions developed and changed with time, along with important events that shaped individual faiths.
Monotheism or Dualism? Zurvanite Confusions with Zoroastrianism
Zoroastrianism today is monotheistic, acknowledging only a single divine being. However, many people today are familiar with stories – often from world history or comparative religion classes – that portray Zoroastrianism as a dualism featuring two opposing deities. This is actually a reflection of a set of beliefs called Zurvanism.
Zoroastrianism today is monotheistic, acknowledging only a single divine being. However, many people today are familiar with stories – often from world history or comparative religion classes – that portray Zoroastrianism as a dualism featuring two opposing deities. This is actually a reflection of a set of beliefs called Zurvanism.
Baha'i and Babi Roots in Shi'a Islam
Developing in Iran, the Baha'i and Babi Faiths can trace their roots back to Shi'a Islam. The similarities and differences between the two religions led to considerable conflict in the 19th century - including the execution of the Bab - and continues to influence Baha'i-Muslim relations today.
Developing in Iran, the Baha'i and Babi Faiths can trace their roots back to Shi'a Islam. The similarities and differences between the two religions led to considerable conflict in the 19th century - including the execution of the Bab - and continues to influence Baha'i-Muslim relations today.
Why Are Zoroastrian Figures Referred To By Multiple Names?
Zoroastrianism has evolved considerably over time, and important writings on the faith were generated over many centuries in multiple languages. As such, different source materials may provide conflicting doctrines as well as reference supernatural beings by varying names.
Zoroastrianism has evolved considerably over time, and important writings on the faith were generated over many centuries in multiple languages. As such, different source materials may provide conflicting doctrines as well as reference supernatural beings by varying names.
The Religion In Africa and Cuba: How Different Are They Really?
A comparison of Cuban Santeria and the original Yoruban tribal religion of Africa from which is descends.
A comparison of Cuban Santeria and the original Yoruban tribal religion of Africa from which is descends.
History of the Rastafari Movement
A concise overview of Rastafari history.
A concise overview of Rastafari history.
Operation Snow White - The Snow White Program in Scientology
The infamous Snow White program, commonly referred to as Operation Snow White, is one of the blackest marks on the Church of Scientology and led to the arrest and incarceration of several highly placed members, including the founder's wife.
The infamous Snow White program, commonly referred to as Operation Snow White, is one of the blackest marks on the Church of Scientology and led to the arrest and incarceration of several highly placed members, including the founder's wife.
History of The Baha'i Faith - A Timeline of Events
A timeline of events leading up to the formation of the Baha'i faith and its further development.
A timeline of events leading up to the formation of the Baha'i faith and its further development.
History of Sikhism - An Overview of The Ten Gurus
An overview of Sikh history, focusing on the ten gurus credited with shaping the faith.
An overview of Sikh history, focusing on the ten gurus credited with shaping the faith.