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Most Inspiring Person 2006 Nominee: Russell Simmons

In this public service announcement for The Foundation for Ethnic Understand, music mogul Russell Simmons, talks about the need to stand up against racism and bigotry.

Related Topics: Music, Public Service Announcement, Inspiration, Russell Simmons, Inspirational Video, Most Inspiring Person, Media, Racism, music mogul, Foundation for Ethnic Understand, public service, Service, person

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The Religious Cancer of Racism

White theologians should study racism as seriously as they investigate the historical Jesus

Related Topics: Faiths, Theology, Racism, white theologians, modern world, white supremacy, Theologians, Race criticism, biblical faith, religion scholars, horrible crimes

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Religious Leaders Urge Proactive Approach to Ending Racism

Statement calls racism 'incompatible with God's intention for humanity' and urges people to be 'consciously inclusive.'

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Nation of Islam

Learn more about the Nation of Islam, a religion founded by Wallace D. Fard to raise the moral, social, and economic standing of non-whites. With Malcolm X as one of its controversial heroes (he later broke with NOI to join mainstream Islam), the Nation of Islam has a rich history in the United States. Beliefnet offers a breakdown of wh at NOI is, how it differs from Islam, who its main founders are, and other essays and blog posts.

Related Topics: Black Muslims, Elijah Muhammad, Malcolm X, Minister Louis Farrakhan, Nation Of Islam, Warith Deen Muhammad, Islam, economic standing, turning racist ideas, Nation, Islam Understanding, Islam Features, Religion, calling whites, Movement, Islam Discussions

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Watch Trailer: 'The Secret Life of Bees'

In this new movie based on the bestselling book, a young girl learns the meaning of family when her beliefs are put to the test.

Related Topics: Entertainment, Movies, Family, Family Ties, young girl, bees, bestselling book, South Carolina, Watch Trailer, Trailer, turbulent backdrop, Meaning

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The Press Isn't Helping the Church Wipe Out Racism

When the media attack the LDS Church on racial issues, they may make it harder for Mormons to eradicate old racist attitudes

Related Topics: Faiths, Church, Doctrine, official church, church leaders, Racism, council meeting, inner city branch, racist doctrines, Racist, black members

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The Souls of Cylons

Ron Moore, executive producer of Battlestar Galactica, talks about the theology behind the Sci Fi Channel series.

Related Topics: Entertainment, Movies, Cylons, Religion, belief system, Show, human beings, Belief, monotheistic beliefs, pagan religious practices, pagan religion, God

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2008

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, black religious leaders are a crucial component of a rich and diverse spiritual landscape. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation's most influential black spiritual leaders in 2008. While by no means comprehensive, the list includes some of today's most prominent--and controversial--spiritual figures, some up-and-coming figures of note, and several individuals whose lifelong efforts have earned them a place in history.

Related Topics: Role Model, Spiritual, Church, Women, religious leaders, spiritual values, congregation, black spiritual leaders, Leader, influential black, social justice congregations

Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

In black communities, religious leaders have historically occupied a powerful position as gurus, advocates, stewards and preachers. In honor of Black History Month, Beliefnet has compiled a list of some of the nation's most influential black spiritual leaders in 2008.

Related Topics: Faiths, African-American, Black Americans, Spiritual, Church, Women, religious leaders, spiritual values, congregation, black spiritual leaders, Leader, influential black, social justice congregations

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