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- What is Hinduism?
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- Essentials of Faith: Hinduism
It is not a religion in itself—rather, Hinduism is more of a family of faiths that focus on God in different ways. Nevertheless, the majority of Hindu traditions share the same colorful festivals, reverence for sacred animals, and scriptural use of Sanskrit. This program sifts through perspectives from four practitioners of the Hindu faith who discuss both unified and divergent ways in which their spiritual energy is expressed.
- Inside a Hindi Mandir
How do mandalas feature in the floor plan of a mandir? Who conducts a puja service? What does aarti involve? This programme answers these questions and others through an exploration of Hindu religious beliefs and rituals. Viewers will learn about the ways in which Hindus show their devotion towards deities and how mandirs are designed to accommodate these expressions of faith.
- What is Buddhism?
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- Essentials of Faith: Buddhism
Buddhism holds that life and the physical world are illusions, transcended by emptying the mind and simplifying one’s life. In reality, Buddhism is complicated—no unified teaching exists. This program presents ways of articulating Buddhist thought from six straightforward and insightful practitioners who explain parallels and distinctions between Buddhist traditions.
- Inside a Buddhist Temple
What is the difference between Theravada and Mahayana? Why are elephant motifs found in temples? What is a mantra? This program investigates these questions and more by taking a look at Buddhist symbolism, rituals and practices. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of the core beliefs of Buddhism and the importance of temples in worship and devotion.
- Judaism: Part of the Series: Art Of Faith
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- Essentials of Faith: Judaism
shared heritage, a spiritual belief system, a set of rules for living—these are all aspects of Judaism, but the order in which they are emphasized varies greatly within the faith. This program features opinions from four articulate and sometimes controversial adherents to the Jewish religion who share their views on differences and similarities within Judaism.
- What is Judaism
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- Inside a Synagogue
Where is the ark in a synagogue? How many candles are in a menorah? When does Shabbat take place? This programme looks into these questions and more by investigating the sacred objects found in a synagogue and the services that are held within. Learners will come away with an understanding of Jewish rituals and practices and the important role that the synagogue plays.
- Christianity: Part of the Series: Art Of Faith
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- Essentials of Faith: Christianity
Beliefs spelled out in the Apostle’s Creed link Christians around the world—but in practice, the faith has fractured. This program presents views from five insightful and widely differing believers who reveal their thoughts on conflict and harmony within Christianity.
- What is Evangelical Christianity?
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- What is Catholicism?
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- Inside a Catholic Church
How were churches built? What symbols can be found inside? What happens during Mass? This programme explores these questions and more through a historical and contemporary lens, from the history of church design to the ceremonies carried out in a church. Learners will gain insight into Catholic practices and rituals and the role of the physical structure of a church in facilitating worship.
- What is Islam?
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- Essentials of Faith: Islam
The Five Pillars of Islam—belief in one God, praying five times a day, fasting, giving to charity, and going on pilgrimage—guide all Muslims. But cultural and political influences have shaped the observance of the faith in various ways from country to country. This program explores the beliefs of four Islamic leaders and scholars who communicate penetrating insights and observations on the contrasts and continuity within their religion.
- Islam: Part of the Series: Art Of Faith
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- What is Jerusalem? The Seeds of Islam
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- Inside the Koran
This eye-opening film goes deep into the heart of the Muslim world to explore the history and current state of Islam. It also delves into the personal lives of its subjects, who range from ayatollahs and grand imams to simple farmers and women living in veiled seclusion; their relationship with this holy Book reveals a complex, beautiful and often contradictory guide for humanity. Run time = 97 min. Students must use MEID and password to view
- Inside a Mosque
Where does the term ‘mosque’ come from? In which direction does the mihrab face? What does wudu involve? This programme investigates these questions and others by taking learners through a mosque to experience the rituals performed by Muslims. Viewers will learn how aspects of the mosque represent the core beliefs of Islam and why this is important for people of faith.
- Seven Faiths: What They Have in Common-Let's Look at World Religions
This program compares the defining features of the seven largest religions and finds common threads among Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Sikhism, and the Bahá’í Faith. Using detailed examples, the video looks at structural similarities—a persecuted prophet, the importance of scriptures and prayer—as well as recurrent themes such as compassion, spiritual development, and the moral consequences of one’s actions. A part of the series Let’s Look at World Religions. (20 minutes)
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