One of the world’s most ancient religions–and one that is quickly gaining popularity in areas other than the Far East–Buddhism has quite a significant online presence. For an excellent introduction to the basic tenets of Buddhism, try Dharma & Nirvana, with its excellent definitions of basic terms and concepts. Here’s [...]

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Think of the traditional questions and answers of the seder meal and you’ll realize that Passover truly is an “interactive” observance — so it makes perfect sense that the Internet has become a place where families can plan their celebrations, learn more about their Jewish faith and even take part in [...]

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In recent years there has occurred a mysterious event in the psyche of popular Western culture regarding salvation of the spirit. There is a resurgence of people seeking non-traditional answers to the eternal questions of how and why. Out of this quest has come the inevitable flash-in-the-pan roads to salvation (and [...]

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In a month rich in celebration, Kwanzaa (December 26 through January 1) celebrates life and the richness of African culture. Each of the seven days is dedicated to one of the seven goals, or Nguzo Saba, of Kwanzaa, which include umoja (unity), kujichagulia (self-determination), kuumba (creativity) and imani (faith).
The festival was founded [...]

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Long before there were websites, there were sacred, religious sites. These cities, temples and other assorted places have become woven into the fabric of worship for all the major religions. For devotees of these traditions, a trip to the holy place can reaffirm faith, purify the spirit and fulfill a mandate [...]

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What do you do for Christmas? Is your Christmas on the secular side, a chance to see family and old hometown friends, do some sledding, singing and eggnog drinking? Or is midnight Mass the heart of the matter? Perhaps an amalgam thereof? The times we live in offer old and new [...]

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