Search Results | heaven
Your search for "heaven" returned 469 results
Who Were the Nephilim, the Bible's Mysterious Race of Giants?
people.howstuffworks.com/nephilim.htm
An obscure passage in Genesis mentions a group of superhumans who were the offspring of angels and women. Who were the Nephilim and what do they have to do with the Watchers?
12 Anime Angel Characters in TV Series
entertainment.howstuffworks.com/anime-angel.htm
Even if you aren't an anime fan, you're likely aware of the genre; it's hugely popular worldwide. A quick glance at the roster of shows and movies can be overwhelming in its sheer variety of characters, but certain trends will quickly appear.
Mother Nature Says Stop Releasing Balloons
Helium balloons are dangerous to the environment and wildlife - so why isn't releasing them illegal?
Jade Stone Meaning: Powerful Healing Properties, Symbolism & Ancient Wisdom
science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/earth/geology/jade-meaning.htm
Discover why jade is called the "stone of heaven" across ancient civilizations. Learn how this powerful crystal not only attracts wealth but also heals the heart chakra in ways modern science is just beginning to understand.
Before Christianity, Judaism and Islam, There Was Zoroastrianism
people.howstuffworks.com/zoroastrianism.htm
It's the oldest (and probably most obscure) monotheistic religion. So, how did it influence so many of the better-known ones? And will Zoroastrianism survive?
Catholic Lingo Quiz
play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/catholic-lingo-quiz
Do you know the difference between the Apostles' Creed and the Nicene Creed? Can you rattle off the seven sacraments and explain how to pray the rosary? If the answer is yes, then take this Catholic lingo quiz and make Sister Mary Josephine proud!
Catholic vs. Christian: Overlap and Differences in the Religions
people.howstuffworks.com/catholic-vs-christian.htm
All squares are rectangles, but not all rectangles are squares; the same goes for the Catholic vs. Christian distinction. All Catholics are Christian, but not all Christians consider themselves Catholic.
The Infamous Cults Quiz
play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/infamous-cults-quiz
Some cults promote harsh conservative judgment; some are more into free love and spaceships. Others are incredibly dangerous, harming their own members and innocent people. With this quiz, we'll see how much you really know about infamous cults.
Do You Know the Opening Lyrics For These '70s Songs?
play.howstuffworks.com/quiz/do-you-know-the-opening-lyrics-these-70s-songs
The 1970s were all about disco. The Bee Gees, John Travolta and "Saturday Night Fever" were on the big screen. We've compiled a list of some of the best and most popular '70s songs. Can you name them all? Take this quiz and find out!
Shooting Star Meaning, Spirituality and Superstitions
science.howstuffworks.com/10-superstitions-about-stars.htm
These days, we may take the stars for granted, but it's not hard to imagine the wonder early humans must have felt gazing up at those inexplicable points of light. Naturally, superstitions were bound to develop - some more fortuitous than others.