Bible History Online Images and ResourceResources for study of the Bible and the ancient world. Maps, timelines, images, software, links. http://www.bible-history.com |
Center for Buddhist Studies, NationalOnline Buddhist texts. Many in Chinese. http://ccbs.ntu.edu.tw |
Center for Studies on New ReligionsEstablished in 1988 and recognized in Italy as a public cultural institution in 1996, CESNUR is an international research center in the field of religious studies and new religious movements. http://www.cesnur.org |
Adherents.comResources for research into world religions, large and (very) small. Includes links to websites, research papers, statistics, and specialized search engines. http://www.adherents.com |
RE:QuestResources for teaching about Christianity in Religious Education, suitable for Key Stages 1 to 4. Includes worksheets and resources for students. http://www.request.org.uk |
Religious MovementsJeffrey K. Hadden`s extensive collection of resources covering cults, sects, and new and established religions. Includes profiles and links for over 200 religious movements, discussion of cult group controversies, and teaching course materials. http://religiousmovements.lib.virginia.edu |
Faithnet.org.ukArticles by Religious Education teacher exploring aspects of contemporary Christian humanism, theology, and philosophy at a level appropriate for Key Stages 3 and 4 and A-Level students. Includes some revision notes. http://www.faithnet.org.uk |
The Pluralism ProjectHarvard University project studying the growing religious diversity of the United States. Includes teaching resources, articles, and details of current research. http://www.pluralism.org |
Religions of the WorldAn introduction to the six major religious traditions of the world from the EMuseum at the University of Minnesota. Includes histories and basic beliefs of Animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism; glossaries, and links. Use our http://www.mnsu.edu/emuseum/cultural/religion |
University of Wales, LampeterThe Department of Theology, Religious Studies & Islamic Studies, University of Wales, Lampeter, offers a broad range of modules for BA (Hons) degrees. There are also opportunities for postgraduate studies, for M.A., M.Phil. and Ph.D. degrees. http://www.lamp.ac.uk/trs |
Religious Studies PageGene Thursby`s extensive collection of information and links for the study and interpretation of religions. Categories include religious traditions, religious studies programs, teaching resources, and religious experiences. http://www.clas.ufl.edu/users/gthursby/rel |
Rutgers UniversityDepartment of Religion. http://religion.rutgers.edu |
AFF`s Cult Information ServiceResources concerning psychological manipulation, cult groups, sects, and new religious movements. Includes conferences, full text essays, study guides, and details of periodicals. http://www.csj.org |
University of PennsylvaniaThe academic study of religion examines how the beliefs and values of contemporary and historical cultures shape and are shaped by societal factors, long-standing traditions, and distinctive forms of literary and artistic expression. http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/rs |
American Religion Data ArchiveCollection of quantitative survey data on churches and church membership, religious professionals, and religious groups (individuals, congregations and denominations). Data sets available for download. http://www.thearda.com |
World ReligionsResources for pupils and teachers, including lesson plans for Years 8, 9, and GCSE (ages 12-16). Covers Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism. http://www.lapraik.com/cordeaux |
Religions, Faith Groups, and EthicalDescription of various religions and ethical systems, including Christian denominations, provided by Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance. http://www.religioustolerance.org/var_rel.htm |
Buddhist Studies Virtual LibraryOnline Buddhist texts. Many in Chinese. http://www.ciolek.com/wwwvl-buddhism.html |
Religious Practices of American YouthA collection of research resources for anyone interested in the relationship between religious beliefs and American youth/adolescents. http://www.youthandreligion.org |
World Religions: Religion, History, andBrief descriptions of several world religions, and a large collection of links to religious texts and to other religion and mythology websites. http://www.geocities.com/athens/forum/1699 |
Canadian Corporation for Studies inConsortium of Canadian academic societies. News, articles, job listings; directories of Canadian researchers, journals, and academic departments. http://www.ccsr.ca |