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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.

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Taoism

Learn all about Taoism or Daoism, a religious philosophy centered around the natural movement of energy, the Way (or Tao, Dao) of the universe.

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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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Discussions - Mini Boards Index

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Beliefnet Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief Steven Waldman Steps Down to Lead FCC Future of the Media Initiative

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Tara Suri

From Chicken Soup for the Soul: Extraordinary Teens

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A Fierce Band of Women With Bibles Tucked Under Their Arms

'The time has come for woman to move in that sphere which Providence has assigned her.'

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Beliefnet Names Ju-Don Roberts of WashingtonPost.com as New Executive Editor

Respected Veteran Web Editor to Oversee Content Divisions at Leading Spirituality and Inspiration Website

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Beliefnet Launches Godwink Stories™ Video Series Hosted by Best-Selling Author and Network TV Innovator, SQuire Rushnell

A Father of Emmy-Winning Schoolhouse Rock and ABC Afterschool Specials Brings Popular “When God Winks” Stories to Life on the Web—Exclusively at Beliefnet.com

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