Religions of the World
Ben Kingsley narrates fully encapsulating descriptions and retrospectives of world religions, both popular and relatively unknown.
Judaism
One of the world's oldest surviving religions, Judaism is both a theology and a way of life for its followers in the world today. The first religion to be founded upon the principle of monotheism.
Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity
Examine the interwoven histories of these two distinct branches of Christianity. Christianity spread throughout the Mediterranean region and eventually became the favored religion of the Empire, following the ascension of Constantine to the Roman throne.
Protestant Christianity
Political, religious and social events of 16th-century Europe changed the course of history. These factors sparked the birth of Protestant Christianity, whose new doctrines were formulated in reaction to the Roman Catholic Church.
Islam
Islam is one of the great monotheistic world religions practiced today. Discover the Islamic culture through the daily life and rituals of Muslims around the world.
Hinduism
Learn how and why Hinduism has survived to be one of the oldest and largest world religions.
Buddhism
Discover the history behind the philosophy that has led millions of followers on a quest for spiritual enlightenment. Learn why Buddhists believe that the key to Nirvana lies within themselves.
Shinto
Explore the rituals and ceremonies of Japan's Shinto through interviews, archival and on-location footage. Shinto is rooted in mythology and folk rituals that are passed through the generations.
Confucianism and Taoism
Learn how the philosophy and doctrine of Confucius have impacted Chinese culture. Enter the world once shrouded in secrecy as the rituals of Taoism are explained.
Religions of Small Societies
Examine the religious rituals and myths of the many small groups of indigenous people living around the world. Learn how these small societies have maintained their cultural identities while fighting off the encroachment of Western ideology.
Ancient Religions of the Mediterranean
Trace the spiritual history of the Mediterranean Basin, examining the ancient cultures that have greatly influenced the religions of the modern world.
African and African American Religions
Learn about the cultural diversity of Africa through its many religions -- traditional and neo-traditional African, Christianity, and Islam.
Native American Spirituality
Gain a broad understanding of Native American spirituality, featuring Aztec, Mayan, Eskimo, and Iroquois religions. Discover traditions with an ancient history that dates as far back as 9000 BCE.
Skepticism and Religious Relativism
Examine the role of philosophy and science in the universal quest to understand the purpose of life. Discover how their ideas and questions about morality became the roots of skepticism and religious relativism.
