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Steven Waldman Interviews Rick Warren

Rick Warren, pastor of Saddleback Church and author of "The Purpose of Christmas," spoke with Beliefnet Editor-in-Chief Steven Waldman at the offices of our partner, The Wall Street Journal.

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Hindu Group: Why 'The Love Guru' Offends Us

With the guru-disciple relationship being so sacred, some Hindu groups say 'The Love Guru' comedy will spread stereotypes.

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Giving Kids the Gift of Faith

A strong spiritual foundation can be central to a happy, purposeful, and ethical life. Here are tips to lay the groundwork...

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Should Science Speak to Faith?

Two prominent defenders of science exchange their views on how scientists ought to approach religion and its followers.

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Loving Your Enemies

What Martin Luther King Jr. preached about 'words lifted to cosmic proportions.'

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Therese's Depression Journey

A blog chronicling the daily spiritual journey of life with depression and anxiety.

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Harnessing the Future of Islam

For Daisy Khan, gathering young Muslim leaders was more than a meeting of intellect. It was a crucial step in taking back Islam.

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Torture's Medical Accomplices

Dr. Steven Miles explains how the war on terror led healers to become conspirators in prisoner abuse and torture.

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Crunchy Con

Rod Dreher blogs about religion, culture, and politics for Beliefnet.

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What Is a Hindu Kingdom?

A popular pilgrimage site, Nepal has been paralyzed by protests against the king, considered by supporters to be a Hindu god.

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