In Hebrew, shiva means the number seven. It also denotes the seven-day mourning period after the burial of a close relative: spouse, parent, child, or sibling.
Sikhs wear five articles of faith at all times, called the "five K’s" because their names in the Punjabi language begin with the letter K. The gender-neutral rules foster unity among Sikhs and embody the faith’s spiritual values.
You can’t practice Islam without knowing and observing—or at least trying to observe—the five pillars. These five elements form of the core of Muslim spirituality and practice.
For some, the decision to embrace Islam may come after years of study, reflection, and prayer; for others it’s a more intuitive leap of faith. In either case, here’s what you need to know to take the plunge.
Ever think being reincarnated as an ant could be a step toward liberation? For most Hindus the highest goal is moksha, when you are released from the cycles of rebirth and achieve unity with God.
It’s one of the rituals of spring if you have a lot of Jewish friends: the annual seder invitation. Here's what not to do if you want to keep that friendship alive.
Reconciliation, or penance, is one of Catholicism’s seven sacraments, and followers are expected to go to confession at least once a year. Rest assured that the priest, bound by the seal of confession, will not divulge your sins.
Marshmallow bunnies? Check! Bonnet the size of a satellite dish? Got it! Painted eggs? Hidden! Hmmm, it seems like we’re missing something…
Your partner may be your soul mate, only your partner doesn’t believe in soul mates, because your partner doesn’t believe in souls. Atheism may be okay with you, but what about your evangelical folks? Oy vey!
What? You’ve never planned an Easter egg hunt? Well, then, you’re long overdue.
Funerals are stressful enough without having to wonder if you’re doing and saying the right thing. So here’s a primer for Jewish funerals.
Wish you could visit Jerusalem and walk in the footsteps of Jesus as he carried his cross, from his condemnation to entombment? Your local church may offer the next best thing: a “Stations of the Cross” service that commemorates the events of his final hours.
This year, make an Easter basket that your children will remember forever.
While there are denominational differences, here’s how to practice the basics and get on what Muslims call the “Straight Path.”