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World Religion 101 Quiz
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Well over 80% of the global population is religious. Although most faiths advocate living in a moral and charitable way, the particulars vary as much as human cultures themselves. Do you know the facts about some of the most widely practiced world religions today? Take this quiz to find out!
What Is Einstein's 'God Letter'?
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HowstuffWorks takes a look at Albert Einstein's famous 'God letter.'
How Does the Hanukkah Menorah Work?
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How does the Hanukkah Menorah work?
How well do you know "The Pianist?" Take this quiz to find out.
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"The Pianist" is an award-winning 2002 bio flick of a real-life artist who miraculously survived the Holocaust. While it’s a heart-wrenching tale of survival, it’s also a good story to tell us how the human spirit triumphs over adversities. Test your knowledge of the movie with this quiz.
How Do They Determine What Date Easter Will Occur On?
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How do they determine what day Easter will occur on? It seems to be different every year.
The Hamsa Symbol Is Found in Many Cultures, But What Does It Mean?
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The hamsa, a depiction of a human hand, often with a central eye motif, is a protective symbol meant to ward off evil.
Why Were the Pharisees the 'Bad Guys' in the Bible?
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The New Testament is full of tense exchanges between Jesus and the Pharisees, who often tried to trip him up in legalistic debates. But who were the Pharisees really and what did they believe?
Tiny Group of Samaritans Still Practice Their Ancient Religion
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The word "Samaritan," might have you thinking of a hospital or the Bible story about the Good Samaritan. But "real" Samaritans still exist in Israel.
When Did Jesus Die? Scholars Are Divided
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Jesus's death and resurrection are celebrated by Christians either in March or April, and there is no agreement as to the actual dates of the events. So, when do most scholars think Jesus died?
Did the Nazis invent the Volkswagen Beetle?
Did the Nazis invent the Volkswagen Beetle? Find out more about 'The People's Car' at HowStuffWorks.