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Halima Bashir

Tortured and raped in Darfur for saving girls' lives, this young doctor is determined to end the continuing brutality against women and children.

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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.

Related Topics: Role Model, Spiritual, Leader, african american, religious leaders, affordable housing, Women, spiritual values, best selling author, spiritual leaders, Social

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When the Devil Comes to Town

A hotel in the small village of Viscos plays host to the most unlikely of visitors, the devil himself.

Related Topics: Entertainment, Books, Village, stranger, front door, gold bars, rocky outcrop, restaurant serving food, telling peoples ages, Devil, strangers arrival, mountain

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Greek Village Salad

Quick and simple without leaving out the flavor

Watch Trailer: 'The Tale of Despereaux'

In this trailer, a fearless mouse named Despereaux explores the limits of his village – and himself.

Related Topics: Family Friendly Films, Animation, Movies, Entertainment, Trailer, fearless mouse, Watch Trailer

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Depravity in Darfur

While U.N. investigators won't call them genocide, the atrocities against innocents in Darfur are a blot on humanity's record.

Related Topics: News, Politics, Women, Government, government forces, Attack, government soldiers, Arab militia, degrading treatment, civilian population, inhumane acts, Village

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Religion For Sale

A multifaith slideshow of novelty sacrilege.

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Haji Ali's Lesson

While building schools in Pakistan, Greg Mortenson learned a lesson from an illiterate man--the wisest man he had ever known.

Related Topics: Faiths, Islam, Village, mortenson, illiterate man, wisest man, Education, thirty five men carrying, conservative mullahs way, Greg Mortenson, men carrying roof, School

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Your Favorite Houses of Worship

From a charming church in the Greek Isles to a soaring cathedral in Idaho to a colorful temple in Singapore, Beliefnet members share photos of their favorite places to pray, at home and throughout the world. Check out these stunning photos, then visit the Beliefnet Community to find more and share your own.

Related Topics: posted, Temple Bat Yam, Photo, Idaho Temple, Temple, Beliefnet, Rexburg Idaho, Singapore, Worship, Caption Contest