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Jainism

Learn the basics of Jainism as well as the beliefs and practices of one of the oldest religious traditions of India.

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Allow Good Things Into Your Life

By using positive affirmations, we can build confidence and get what we want out of life.

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Beliefnet members talk about what they are trying to let go of in their lives. We all struggle with the act of letting go--whether it's physically letting go of material goods, emotionally detaching from an old love, or spiritually freeing yourself to the possibilities of a higher being.

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Christian Science

Beliefnet presents beliefs, articles and more about Christian Science.

St. Clare (1194-1253)

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Deepak Chopra Splash

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The Twittering World

Are social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter substitutes for our spiritual lives? Or do we connect deeper with our own spirituality by being constantly "plugged in"?

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Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders 2007

Whether inspiring their congregations to stand up against social injustice or urging a focus on God-centered family values, African-American 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 African-American spiritual leaders. 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.

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