Other Faiths

Sub-headings:

Other Faiths Religious & Sacred Texts

Resources in this category:

African Traditional Religion
http://www.afrikaworld.net/afrel/

Includes a bibliography on African Traditional Religion, major elements in African Traditional Religion, country by country statistics, a map of Africa showing the spread of African Traditional Religions, other articles, and links to other sites.

Haitian Vodoun Culture
http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Delphi/5319/

This page catalogs some of the myriad artistic expression of the Vodoun faith. Included are a list of the lwa, or deities, of Vodoun (cataloged by rite and family association), catalogs of songs and drum rhythms (including sound samples), a glossary of Vodoun "langaj" with French definitions, and examples of the veves drawn during ritual.

Hare Krishna Home Page
http://www.harekrishna.com/

This site includes information about the philosophy and culture of the Hare Krishna Movement, the founder of the Hare Krishna Movement, Srila Prabhupada, as well as images of Krishna Art. In addition, the site provides on-line versions of several books about the Hare Krishna Movement, vegetarianism, Karma, reincarnation, yoga, and meditation. A list of Hare Krishna Centers worldwide and other internet resources is also included.

JainNet
http://www.jainnet.com/

"JainNet is a non-commercial collaborative effort to be The Comprehensive Resource for Jainism." Includes a brief introduction to Jain beliefs, MP3 files of Jain songs and mantras, and a Jain discussion list.

Kay Aboudja
http://www.vodouspirit.com/

Kay Aboudja is a traditional house of Vodou located in New Orleans which "exists to serve the lwa of African Ginea in an authentic fashion, adhering to the strictest orthodoxy in our practice of the Vodou religion thereby maintaining it in its traditional form as it has been handed down to us from West Africa, through Haiti, & into the Diaspora." Their site contains a Vodou FAQ, several articles on Vodou practice and morality, and an annotated reading list (including books not to buy).

Krsnas Prasadam: A Collection of Recipes & Instructions
http://www.harekrsna.com/practice/prasadam/recipes/recipes.h...

Published by Hare Kryshnas, "this offered collection of recipes is intended to spread the mercy of Lord Krsna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead. We invite the devotees to share their favorite recipes - and best kept secrets - for Krsna conscious dishes. We will also include here the offering prayers and practices, and suggestions for preparing and distributing prasadam." Many of the recipes are traditionally Indian dishes.

Rastafarianism
http://www.swagga.com/rasta.htm

An introduction to Rastafarian history and belief. Discusses Rasta symbolism, the use of ganja (marijuana), and Rasta's connections to reggae.

Sahaj Marg Meditation
http://www.srcm.org/index.jsp

The site provides information on all aspects of Sahaj Marg, from its philosophy and history to its modern practice.

Santeria, La Regla Lucumi, and Lukumi
http://www.religioustolerance.org/santeri.htm

A summary of the Afro-Caribbean religion of Santeria, including brief descriptions of its origins, beliefs, and practices, and links to other Santeria resources on the Web. This page is part of the Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance website.

Shinto
http://www.religioustolerance.org/shinto.htm

A summary of several aspects of Shinto, including origins and history, beliefs and practices, and links to Shinto resources on the Web. This page is part of the Ontario Consultants on Religious Tolerance website. The site is searchable.

The Shinto Online Network Association
http://www.jinja.or.jp/english/index.html

The Shinto Online Network Association is "a non-profit volunteer organisation with the objective of publicising Japanese tradition and a correct understanding of the Shinto religion." Their Web site includes brief descriptions of the four kinds of Shinto, with further information on Jinja (Shrine) Shinto, and a small article on Shinto as the "Civilization of the Divine Forest."

Taoism and the Arts of China
http://www.artic.edu/taoism/

This site provides essays on the Taoist tradition, illustrated by works from the Art Insitute of Chicago's Taoism and the Arts of China exhibit. Glossary links within the text assist the reader in understanding the important terms and concepts associated with Taoism. The site also includes lesson plans and an extensive list of references.

The Taoism Information Page
http://www.clas.ufl.edu/users/gthursby/taoism/

This site is a compilation of annotated web resources on the philosophical and religious aspects of Taoism, Chinese Alchemy and Martial Arts. Links to various English translations of the following works are included: The Lao-tzu TaoTeh Ching, The Chuang-tzu, Sun Tzu's The Art of War, and The I Ching.

The Temple of Yehwe
http://www.vodou.org/

Discussion of Haiti and the Vodoun belief system, the use of herbs and energies in medicine in Haiti, and African presence in the New World.

Tenrikyo Official Home Page
http://www.tenrikyo.or.jp/

The official home page of Tenrikyo, a worldwide religious movement based in Japan. Includes a summary of Tenrikyo teachings, the organization's official newsletter, and contact information for Tenrikyo centers and missions worldwide.

Unitarian Universalist Association
http://www.uua.org/

"The Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) represents the interests of more than one thousand Unitarian Universalist congregations, on a continental scale. The UUA grew out of the consolidation, in 1961, of two religious denominations: the Universalists, organized in 1793, and the Unitarians, organized in 1825. The UUA provides resources and offers consultations to local congregations, creates religious education curricula, spurs social action efforts, expedites the settlement of professional religious leaders, supports Beacon Press, and produces pamphlets, devotional material, and the bimonthly journal, The World. The UUA works in concert with many organizations to provide a wide range of services." Comprehensive searchable Website covers all aspects of the Unitarian faith and the services of the UUA.

University of Michigan Jains
http://www.umich.edu/~umjains/

Web page for the Jain student group at the University of Michigan. Contains a brief overview of Jainism, explanations of Jain concepts, an interactive guide to Jain sacred geography, a Jain reading list with reviews, and links to other Jain resources.

The Vodou Page
http://members.aol.com/racine125/index1.html

This page, maintained by Mambo Racine, an Anglo priestess, contains lessons in Haitian Vodou history and practice, articles addressing special topics in Vodou, information about initiation, Vodou and Haitian politics, and links to other Vodou sites.

What is Scientology?
http://www.whatisscientology.org/

This page, operated by the Church of Scientology, provides "a complete description of Scientology: its religious philosophy, its practices, its organization, its activities and its growing influence on society."

Yasukuni Jinja
http://www.yasukuni.or.jp/index.html

Yasukuni Jinja Shrine (a Shinto shrine) has a close relationship with the Pacific war and Japanese military activities during World War II. This WWW site has both a Japanese page and an English page.