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Comparative Religion

Inter-Faith Relations: Survey of World Religions (Part 3)

Baha’i The Bah’ai Faith grew out of Shi’ite Islam and the belief in a 12th Imam – a successor of Mohammed – who would renew religion and guide the faithful. In 1844 Mirza Ali Mohammed proclaimed an imminent appearance “of…

Jen (Rachel-Esther)
September 25, 2016

Holiday

Purim (5775/2015)

Purim (which means lots) is a post-Biblical celebration that occurs on 14 Adar (in February or March). Purim is one-day holiday in Rabbinic tradition and a two-day holiday in Karaite tradition. Purim celebrates the victory of Esther and Mordechai over…

Jen (Rachel-Esther)
March 1, 2015