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Sociologists of religion claim that Christian Pentecostalism is the fastest growing religious movement of the past century. Where did Pentecostalism begin?
Imperial Rome's legacy is more than the ruins left behind. Perhaps Rome's legacy resides in Latin, an unchanging language and the bedrock of legislation.
Babylon destroyed the Temple at Jerusalem in 587 or 586 BCE and pillaged much of its sacred furniture. But what happened to the Ark of the Covenant?
The development of railroads in the US played a significant role in uniting the East and West coasts of the Old West.
Among the strangest names of Jesus in the Bible is ‘Son of David’ since Jesus’ father’s name was Joseph - not David!
The Crusader era in the Holy Land lasted from 1096 to 1291. Battles and clashes marked this time, yet three marked turning points. Only one side would prevail.
Within four centuries, Manichaeism had spread from Roman North Africa to the Chinese Empire.
By definition, the trade winds are prevailing winds blowing near the equator. And in the Age of Exploration, these airstreams reliably powered navigation, trade, and cultural exploration.