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What Caused the Rise — and Fall — of the Ottoman Empire?
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For 600 years, the Ottoman Empire covered a territory stretching across Europe and the Middle East, until it all came down after World War I.
Archangel Gabriel: Messenger and Angel of the Annunciation
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Archangel Gabriel is one of the most revered and influential figures in religious traditions across the world, often seen as a messenger of divine will and a guide to those seeking spiritual clarity.
African King Mansa Musa Was Even Richer Than Jeff Bezos, Some Say
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In the 1300s, Mali's Mansa Musa set out for Mecca with an entourage of 60,000 people bearing thousands of pounds of gold. So, where did all that gold come from? And what would that be worth today?
How Moroccan Traditions Work
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Movies like 'Casablanca' aren't necessarily reflective of genuine Moroccan traditions. Read about traditions in Morocco at HowStuffWorks.
How Many Religions Are There? Which Ones Are Most Influential?
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Religion is as diverse as humanity, with major world religions well-known, yet countless others have existed throughout history.
The Angel of Death Has One Job, and He Does It Well
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In TV shows and movies, sometimes an angel of death appears to tell some unfortunate soul their time on Earth is over. But where did this idea come from? And what if you tell the angel, "I'm not ready?"
How Missionaries Work
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Missionaries have a complex and controversial history. Read this article to learn how missionaries have performed their work over the centuries.
Asian History Quiz
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Asia is a massive continent with countless cultures and histories going back thousands of years. Put your Asian history knowledge to the test with this quiz!
The World's Oldest Tattoo Shop Has Been in Business Since 1300
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For centuries, Razzouk Tattoo in Jerusalem has provided tattoos to pilgrims and posers, using hand-carved wooden stamps, some of which are 500 years old.
How Suicide Bombers Work
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Suicide bombers use a unique form of terrorism in order to advance their message. Learn about suicide bombers.