Religion - History & Theory

Muhammad is easily one of the most influential figures in world history. But his story is not as well-known as the living religion he founded.

Several events associated with the Israelites' exodus from Egypt symbolize salvation. As such, Exodus is key to the narrative of salvation in Christ.

1 Kings 2 relates the last instructions David gave to Solomon. It deals with matters of faith and vengeance.

How did the verses in the Bible come about? It was a simple task, but translators still dealt with discrepancies after the divisions were created.

In Islam, Adam and Eve were created in Paradise. But after eating the forbidden fruit, God sent them to earth.

The Bible is undoubtedly one of the most popular books of all time, but its origin story and roots are shrouded in mystery.

The New Testament never says that Jesus wrote anything. But a Christian legend claimed that he once penned a letter to an Anatolian king named Abgar.

Studying the history of religion in the United States can help shed light on the nation’s motto “In God We Trust.”