Philosophy of religion
People wonder about big ideas. They ask about gods. They ask about life. They ask about what is good. This helps us think. It is a way to learn. What do you wonder about?
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Philosophy of science
People think about how science works. They ask big questions. Is a thing really science? Does it tell the truth? These ideas help us learn. It is fun to wonder. Do you like to ask why?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePhoenix (mythology)
The phoenix is a magic bird. It is a legend from long ago. Some say it is born from fire. It can live a new life. This bird is very special. Do you like stories about magic birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePierre-Joseph Proudhon
Pierre was a man from France. He loved to read and write. He worked at a print shop. He had many big ideas. He thought about how people live together. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePilgrimage
A pilgrim goes on a trip. They go to a holy place. This place is very special. It helps them feel close to what they believe. It is a long walk. Do you like to travel?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlotinus
Plotinus was a man who thought a lot. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many notes about big ideas. His ideas help people think about the world. He was a very kind teacher. Do you like to wonder about things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePlutarch
Plutarch was a man who loved stories. He lived a long time ago. He wrote about famous people. He also wrote many short books. His words help us learn about the past. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePoetic Edda
These are old poems. People sang them long ago. They tell stories about gods. They tell stories about heroes. These tales are very special. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePolytheism
Some people believe in many gods. These gods can be for the sun or the sea. They might have many names. This belief is very old. It helps people feel close to the world. Do you know any names of gods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope
The pope is a leader. He leads the Catholic Church. Many people follow his ideas. He lives in Vatican City. This is a small place. It is near Rome. Does he help many people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Alexander VI
Alexander VI was a leader. He led a large church. He lived a long time ago. He helped his own family. He was a very rich man. Do you like to learn about old kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Boniface VIII
Boniface was a leader of a church. He lived a long time ago. He helped make new rules for his people. He also held a special place in Rome. He had many big ideas. Do you like to learn about old leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Gregory I
Gregory was a leader in Rome. He helped many people. He was a very kind man. He wrote many books. He also helped people pray. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Gregory VII
Gregory was a leader of the church. He lived a long time ago. He made many new rules. These rules helped the church grow. He worked hard for what he believed. Do you like to make rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Innocent III
Innocent III was a leader. He was a pope. He was very powerful. He led many people in Europe. He helped make new rules. He was a big part of history. Do you like learning about leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope John Paul II
John Paul II was a leader. He led the Catholic Church. He traveled to many lands. He helped many people. He was a kind man. Do you like to travel?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope John XXIII
John XXIII was a leader. He was a pope. He helped many people. He wanted everyone to be kind. People call him the Good Pope. Do you like to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Julius II
Julius II was a leader. He led a big church. He also led many soldiers. He helped build big, beautiful places. He was a very strong man. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Leo I
Leo was a leader in Rome. He was a very important man. Many people call him Leo the Great. He helped many people in need. He even met a king named Attila. Do you like to learn about old leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Pius IX
Pius IX was a leader of a church. He was a pope. He was a pope for a long time. He lived in a place called Rome. He helped many people. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePope Urban II
Urban II was a leader. He led a big church. He lived a long time ago. He asked people to go on a trip. This trip was for his faith. It was a very big deal. Do you like to learn about old leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePopol Vuh
The Popol Vuh is a special book. It tells stories of the K'iche' people. It tells how the world began. It tells stories of hero twins. These stories are very old. They help us learn about the past. Do you like old…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePoseidon
Poseidon was a god from long ago. He lived in the deep sea. He was also a god of horses. He could make big storms. Many people thought he was very strong. Do you like the ocean?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePositivism
Some people use science to learn. They look at facts. They use what they see. This helps them understand the world. It can help us live better. Do you like to learn from facts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePostmodernism
Some people have new ways of thinking. They like to mix many styles. They do not follow just one rule. This helps us see many ways to live. It can be fun to play with ideas. Do you like to mix things too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePragmatism
Some people have a way of thinking. They use ideas like tools. These tools help them solve problems. This idea started in the USA. It helps us act in the world. Do you like to solve problems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePredestination
Some people have big ideas about God. They wonder if God knows our future. They ask if we make our own choices. These ideas help people think about life. It is a very big thing to wonder about. What do you think…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePrehistoric religion
Long ago, people had big ideas. They made art in dark caves. Some people made small stone figures. They may have had special ways to pray. These things help us learn about them. What do you think they believed?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePresbyterianism
Presbyterianism is a way to follow God. It started long ago in Scotland. People in these churches work together. They pick leaders to help them. This helps the group stay strong. Do you like working in a team?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePriest
A priest is a leader. They help people in their faith. They do special things for a god. They may teach or visit the sick. It is a big job. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleProphecy
A prophecy is a special message. It tells about things to come. Some people believe a god sends it. A person called a prophet shares it. This can help many people. It is a big idea. Do you like stories about the future?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePseudoscience
Some people say things are science. But they are not real science. They do not use good tests. This can be bad for health. We must look for real facts. Do you like to learn facts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePurgatory
Some people believe in a place called Purgatory. It is a way to get clean. It helps souls get ready for heaven. This is a special idea for some. It helps people feel hope. Do you know about other big ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePuritans
Some people were called Puritans. They lived a long time ago. They wanted to change their church. They had many new ideas. This helped change history. Do you like to learn about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePythagoras
Pythagoras was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He loved to learn new things. He taught many people about math. Some people say he loved animals. He was a great thinker. Do you like to learn new things too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQi
Some people believe in qi. It is a special energy. It is in all living things. It can be like breath or air. It helps people stay well. Do you feel energy in your body?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuakers
Quakers are a group of people. They call each other Friends. They believe in a light inside everyone. Some Friends like to sit in silence. This helps them feel close to God. It is a calm way to pray. Do you like to…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleQuetzalcōātl
He is a god named Quetzalcoatl. His name means a snake with feathers. He is like the wind. He helps with art and learning. Many people loved him long ago. Do you like snakes or birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRabbi
A rabbi is a leader. They lead in the Jewish faith. They study many books. They help people in their group. This work helps many people. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRabbi Akiva
Akiva was a wise teacher. He learned a lot from books. He was once a shepherd. His wife helped him study. He had many students. He loved his faith very much. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRalph Waldo Emerson
Waldo was a man who loved to think. He wrote many books and poems. He taught people to be themselves. His ideas help us see the world. Do you like to think about nature?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRama
Rama is a hero in a big story. Many people in India worship him. He was a prince from long ago. He was a very good man. He had a wife named Sita. His story helps people learn how to be kind. Do you like stories about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRamakrishna
Ramakrishna was a holy man from India. He loved to pray. He thought all religions are like paths to one goal. He taught many people about God. He was a kind teacher. Do you like to wonder about big things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRamana Maharshi
Ramana Maharshi was a wise man. He lived in India a long time ago. He spent much time at a big hill. He helped many people find peace. He liked to sit in silence. Do you like to sit quietly?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRamanuja
Ramanuja was a wise teacher. He lived in India a long time ago. He taught people about love for God. He wanted everyone to be treated well. This helped many people. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRamayana
This is a very old story. It is from India. It tells of a prince named Rama. He goes on a long trip. He travels with his wife, Sita. It is a grand tale. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRashi
Rashi was a wise teacher. He lived a long time ago. He wrote books to help people learn. His books help us read holy books today. His work still matters to many people. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleRationalism
Some people use their minds to learn. They think thinking is the best way. They do not just use their eyes. They use logic to find truth. This helps them know things. It is a big idea. Do you like to think?
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