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Article / Updated 10-26-2025
Scientology is a set of religious beliefs created by science fiction writer L. Ron Hubbard. Hubbard wrote a self-help book that explored the relationship between body and mind called Dianetics in 1950. In 1952, he expanded upon the success of Dianetics by creating Scientology. Hubbard then incorporated the Church of Scientology in 1953.
Article / Updated 10-24-2025
According to Exodus in the Old Testament, God issued his own set of laws, the Ten Commandments, to Moses on Mount Sinai. These 10 Commandments are listed here in order, and you can read on or click the links to learn more about each commandment and its meaning.Ten CommandmentsI am the Lord thy God, thou shalt not have any gods before Me.
Atheism For Dummies
An unintimidating guide to Atheism and secular philosophy Atheism For Dummies, 2nd Edition takes an unbiased look into the philosophical worldview of the lack of belief in gods. This approachable book showcases how atheism is a spectrum, from showing the secular values and lifestyles that resonate with many atheists to also showing how atheism can connect to other philosophical views such agnosticism, secular humanism, and more.
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Cheat Sheet / Updated 09-22-2025
Atheism is the simple but kind of startling idea that no god or gods exist. If you’re interested in exploring the topic, it helps to know some of the labels for different types and degrees of religious doubt, some of the most important thinkers in the history of atheism, and a few of the most fascinating spots on Earth for just saying no to God.
Article / Updated 09-05-2025
Rosary beads help Catholics count their prayers. More importantly, Catholics pray the holy Rosary as a means of entreaty to ask God for a special favor, such as helping a loved one recover from an illness, or to thank God for blessings received — a new baby, a new job, a new moon.Praying the Rosary is a bit complicated, so we've included a Rosary guide that explains how to say the Rosary.
Article / Updated 09-05-2025
If you want to know the basics of the Catholic faith, look no further than the articles of Catholic faith. This list of twelve articles mirrors the Apostles' Creed, a prayer that sets out Catholic tenets:What are the 12 articles of faith?Article 1: I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
Article / Updated 06-12-2025
A full astrological chart with its web of planets, signs, houses, and aspects, is as complex and confounding as an actual human being—and just as hard to understand. To get a sense of your chart without drowning in detail, concentrate on these factors: ‍The sunThe sun reflects your basic identity — your motivations, needs, will, and individuality.
Tarot & Oracle Card Reading For Dummies
Learn to divine the wisdom of the cards with this beginner-friendly reference Tarot & Oracle Card Reading For Dummies gives you the tools and expertise you need to become the savvy card reader you've always wanted to be. Inside, you'll find complete information on the meanings of the 78 tarot cards as well as insights into working with oracle card decks of all kinds.
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Cheat Sheet / Updated 05-12-2025
Whether you’re an experienced tarot or oracle card reader or just acquired your first deck, this Cheat Sheet is a quick guide to help you along your card-reading journey. Find tips for reading at events, help with what card symbols mean, and ways to avoid cold reading. And if you’ve wondered if a digital deck is just as good as a printed one, this Cheat Sheet covers that, too.
Article / Updated 05-02-2025
The College of Cardinals elects the pope. Nope, that’s not a university where priests and bishops learn how to become cardinals. Unlike Notre Dame and The Catholic University of America, the College of Cardinals merely refers to all the cardinals around the world, just as the College of Bishops is a way of describing all the world’s Catholic bishops.