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Book: The Bloudy Tenent of Persecution
  • 1644
  • The start of checks and balances.
Separation of Church and State
The main philosophical idea taught by Williams, Locke, and Montesquieu was that power needed to be checked, which in turn protects individual liberties. Williams split state and church. Locke established natural rights and split King and Parliament. Montesquieu came along and said let’s split government into three branches of checks and balances.
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Did the Buddha believe in rebirth or reincarnation?
  • Rebirth. You are of this reality.
  • Your non-self energy is part of nature.
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ANSWER: The Buddha’s concept of essence contrasts with the idea of reincarnation, which implies that the soul or self is reborn in a new body. The Buddha adopted the concept of rebirth in this context.
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Philosophical analysis of religious ideas, traditions, and worldviews.

Philosophy of religion examines how belief systems shape meaning, values, and behavior through shared narratives, rituals, and traditions. This section approaches religion as a philosophical subject rather than a doctrine to be accepted or rejected, focusing on religious ideas as part of one’s worldview and embedded in culture and history.

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Philosophy: The Existence and Essence Debate

February 9, 2025
In religion and philosophy, the existence and essence debate asks if you exist before your time on Earth.
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Religions of the World, a Breakdown of Belief Systems

April 12, 2020
People believe crazy stuff. Unless you strive for zero paranormal, zero superstitions, and zero supernatural beliefs, well, you too likely believe some crazy stuff. This ...
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The Evolution of the Holy Bible: 12 Bible Problems

October 13, 2019
The purpose of this article is not to disparage the Bible, but to simply explore some of the more controversial parts. Although primitive, these wonderful ...
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The First Religions of Colonial America

Discover the diverse religious tapestry of Colonial America with Mike Prestwood. He tells the story of early religion from Roger Williams' groundbreaking multi-faith colony to ...
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The First Religions of Colonial America

December 20, 2025

Discover the diverse religious tapestry of Colonial America with Mike Prestwood. He tells the story of early religion from Roger Williams’ groundbreaking multi-faith colony to the intricate beliefs of seekers, agnostics, and believers.

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