Across the world, religions appear very different on the surface. They use different names for God, different rituals, and ...

Once the faith of millions, a small but devoted number of adherents in Asia and North America keep the flame of faith burning. Farzin Yezishne, a Zoroastrian mobed (priest), performs a blessing ...

The rich history of ancient Egypt involves power struggles, amazing feats of engineering, advances in writing and art, and more. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Defining time and space -- Early inklings -- Gods, gods, gods -- Cities, states, and gods -- The lure of Egypt, 4000-1400 BCE -- The gods of Egypt -- The Akhenaten dream, 1350-1300 BCE -- Practice in ...

When Gerard Russell was a diplomat in the Middle East, he met followers of ancient religions facing extinction. His new book includes the origins of the Yazidis, who are fleeing the Islamic State.