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Were people vying to become slaves in the Ottoman Empire?
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Some Ottoman slaves were volunteers, believe it or not. Read about the devsirme system and the appeal of becoming an Ottoman slave.
What's the Difference Between Agnosticism and Atheism?
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HowStuffWorks finds out what agnostics believe and how they differ from atheists.
St. Francis Is Credited With Creating the First Nativity Scene in 1223
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The earliest biblical descriptions don't mention animals by the manger when Jesus was born. So how did those Nativity scenes evolve into what we know today?
Norse Mythology Is Way More Than Thor
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Many of us may have a passing familiarity with Norse mythology because of the 2011 film Thor, but there's a lot more to it than Chris Hemsworth's abs.
Who Is Papa Legba, the Vodou Link Between the Human and Spirit Worlds?
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Papa Legba is a figure that stands as a mysterious link between the human and spirit worlds in the religion of Vodou, but who is he and what's his story?
How the Crusades Worked
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The Crusades were religious wars. Find out what triggered the First Crusade and how the pope persuaded people to go on a crusade.
How Many Muslim Countries Are in the World?
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Islam is one of the world's largest religions, practiced by over 1.9 billion people across the globe — that's nearly a quarter of the world population. The world's Muslims are spread out across the globe, but the largest Muslim population is in the Middle East and other surrounding regions.
Satanism Origins, Misconceptions and Modern Manifestations
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Rumors abound about Satanism. Its adherents are often portrayed as evil, bloodthirsty deviants in popular culture. But that's a mischaracterization of the philosophy of Satanists.
Archangel Jophiel: Bringer of Beauty and Wisdom
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Archangel Jophiel, whose name means "Beauty of God," is said to emanate divine inspiration and wisdom, transforming negative emotions into positive energy. His energy encourages both inner and outer beauty, helping people cultivate not just physical grace but also a deeper sense of spiritual self.
How Narnia Works
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Explore the inspirations behind the Chronicles of Narnia. Take a look at the newest movie adaptation of the most famous of the seven books.