Religion

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‘Journey of Jesus’: The First-Ever Messiah-Based Video Game?

LIghtside Games, a leader in religious social media games, wants players to ‘walk in the Messiah’s steps’.

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Gambling, Smoking and Drinking Monks Scandalize South Korea

Ever heard the phrase “drunk as a monk”? We thought not.

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Catholic Priest, Theologian to Teach Swiss Sex Classes

A Jesuit priest and Catholic theologian are offering a unique sex-education course to couples in Switzerland–and so far, they have the church’s approval.

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Urban Outfitters Under Fire over ‘Holocaust T-Shirt’

The Anti-Defamation League has condemned the fashion retailer over a yellow shirt with what appears to be a six-pointed star.

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London Mayor Boris Johnson Pulls Anti-Gay Ads from Buses

The Mayor of London has blocked ads promoting gay conversion therapy.

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Tim Tebow Draws Thousands to Easter Service

Though professional athletes have often publicly professed their faith, Tebow is the first active player to preach at an Easter Sunday sermon.

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Good Friday Traditions Across the Globe

From Rome to Rio, a glimpse into Good Friday celebrations. The solemn holiday remembers Jesus’ crucifixion and is commemorated during Catholic services throughout the world.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Maundy Thursday

Maundy Thursday marks the beginning of the three-day Easter celebration, and you may also hear it referred to as Holy Thursday, Sheer Thursday, or, intriguingly, Thursday of Mysteries.

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What Are the Most Religious States in America?

If you eyeball Gallup’s latest data-driven map of religiosity in the United States, it looks similar — with a few tweaks — to an electoral map from a recent presidential election.

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Atheists Assemble: Reason Rally Descends on Washington, D.C.

Nonbelievers gathered on the National Mall for the first “Reason Rally” in a display of solidarity for their secular views.