Sphinx
A sphinx is a made-up creature. It has a human head. It also has a lion body. Some have bird wings. They are often seen as guards. People find them very cool. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePhilosophy & Religion articles — Page 13
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Spiritualism (movement)
Some people believe in spirits. They think spirits can talk to us. They may give good advice. This belief helps many people feel better. It is a big idea. Do you wonder about spirits too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSri Aurobindo
Sri Aurobindo was a man from India. He wanted his home to be free. He studied many things. He also wrote many books. He lived a very busy life. He even taught many people. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleState religion
Some countries have a main faith. This is called a state religion. The government helps this group. It can help with money or buildings. This helps the faith stay strong. What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleStoicism
Stoicism is a way to live. It started a long time ago. People in Greece used it. It helps you stay calm. It helps you be good. Do you want to be calm too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSt. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's is a very big church. It is in a place called Vatican City. Many people go there to pray. It has a very large dome. It is a special place for many. Do you like big buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSufism
Sufis are people in Islam. They try to be very good. They want to be close to God. They do special things to show love. Many people follow these ways. It is a way to find peace. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSumma Theologica
A man named Thomas wrote a big book. It is about what people believe. It helps people learn about God. Many people still read it today. It is a very special book. Do you like to read big books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSun Tzu
Sun Tzu was a wise man from China. He wrote a famous book. It was about how to lead. Many people still read it today. It helps them think and plan. Do you like to make plans?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSun Wukong
Sun Wukong is a monkey king. He was born from a magic stone. He has many special powers. He can change his shape. He is a very strong hero. Do you like stories about magic?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSupernatural
Some things are called supernatural. These are things beyond nature. People think of gods or spirits. Some believe in magic too. It is a big idea. These ideas help us wonder. Do you wonder about them?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSuperstition
Some people have special beliefs. They might think a sign brings luck. They might do a special thing to stay safe. These ideas change from place to place. People have thought this way for a long time. Do you have a…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSwami Vivekananda
He was a great teacher from India. He loved to learn. He spoke to many people about peace. He helped people in many ways. He is still remembered today. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSyncretism
People sometimes mix their beliefs. They take ideas from two groups. They make one new way to pray. This can help people get along. It can help many groups live as one. Do you like to share ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTaekwondo
Taekwondo is a way to move. It uses hands and feet. People use fast kicks. They also use strong punches. It is a sport in the Olympics. Do you want to try it?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTalmud
The Talmud is a special book. It helps people learn. It has many old stories. It also has rules to follow. It helps people in their daily life. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTantra
Tantra is a way of life. It started in India a long time ago. Many people use it to pray. They use special words and songs. It helps them feel close to a god. Do you like to sing songs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTao Te Ching
This is a very old book. It comes from China. Many people think a wise man named Laozi wrote it. It tells us how to live. It helps us think. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTarot
Tarot is a set of cards. People use them to play games. Some people use them to tell stories. These cards are very old. They come from Italy. Do you like to play card games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTemple
A temple is a special place. People go there to pray. It can be a big building. It can also be a small place. Some people think it is a home for a god. It helps people feel close to what they believe. Have you seen a…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTemple Mount
This is a very special hill. It is in a city called Jerusalem. Many people believe it is holy. Some people call it the Temple Mount. Others call it al-Aqsa. It matters to many faiths. Do you know about holy places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTen Commandments
The Ten Commandments are rules. Many people follow them. They help people be good. They tell us how to act. They are very old. Do you know any rules?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTengri
Tengri is a name for a god. Many people think it means the sky. Some say it is the blue sky. People used to pray to Tengri. It helps us learn about the past. Do you like looking at the sky?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeresa of Ávila
Teresa was a woman from Spain. She lived a long time ago. She spent her time in prayer. She also wrote many books. Teresa helped many people find their way. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTertullian
A man named Tertullian lived long ago. He lived in a place called Africa. He wrote many books about his faith. His words helped people learn. He was a very smart teacher. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTetris
Tetris is a fun game. You move blocks to make lines. When a line is full, it goes away. This helps you get points. It is a very famous game. Do you like to play games?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTeutonic Order
The Teutonic Order is a group of people. They started a long time ago. They helped sick people in a hospital. They also helped travelers on trips. Today, they do kind work to help others. Do you like to help people?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThales of Miletus
Thales was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He thought all things came from water. He liked to study the stars and math. This helps us learn about our world. Do you like to ask questions too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Golden Bough
A man wrote a big book. It is called The Golden Bough. He looked at old stories. He wanted to know why people believe things. The book tells us about many ideas. It helps us learn. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Incoherence of the Philosophers
A man wrote a big book. He wanted to share his ideas. He thought faith was very important. His book helped many people learn. It is a very famous book. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheodor W. Adorno
Theodor Adorno was a man who loved ideas. He wrote many books. He also loved to play music. He could play the piano very well. He thought a lot about the world. Do you like to think and wonder?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTheory of forms
Plato had a big idea. He thought things have a perfect shape. Real things change, but these shapes do not. They are like a perfect plan. This helps us know what things are. Do you wonder about perfect shapes too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Structure of Scientific Revolutions
A man wrote a big book. It is about science. He says science changes in big ways. New ideas can change the old rules. This helps us learn more. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Aquinas
Thomas was a man who loved to learn. He lived a long time ago in Italy. He wrote many books about God. His ideas help many people today. He was a very great thinker. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Cranmer
Thomas Cranmer was a leader in the church. He helped make new prayer books. These books used the words of the people. He worked for many kings. His work still helps people today. Do you like to read prayer books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Hobbes
Thomas Hobbes was a thinker. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He thought about how people live together. His ideas help us learn. Do you like to think about big ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas More
Thomas More was a man from long ago. He worked for a king. He also wrote a book about a far island. He loved his family very much. He was a kind man. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomas Müntzer
Thomas was a man who spoke for God. He lived a long time ago in Germany. He had many new ideas. He wanted things to be fair for everyone. This mattered to many people. Do you like to share new ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThomism
Some people follow the ideas of Thomas Aquinas. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books about God. He thought we can find truth in many ways. His ideas help many people today. Do you like to ask big questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThor
Thor is a god from old stories. He is very strong. He uses a big hammer. People say he brings the thunder. His name is even in the word Thursday. Do you like stories about gods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThoth
Thoth was a god from long ago. He lived in ancient Egypt. People thought he was very wise. He helped with writing and the moon. He might look like a bird or a monkey. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThought experiment
A thought experiment is an idea in your head. You can use it to test a new idea. You do not need real tools. It helps us learn new things. It can be fun to try. What would you imagine?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThree Sovereigns and Five Emperors
Long ago, people in China had leaders. These leaders were very wise. They taught people how to use fire. They also taught people how to farm. These stories help us learn. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTitans
The Titans were old gods. They lived a long time ago. They were the first family of gods. Later, new gods came to rule. Some Titans went away to live deep down. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTomás de Torquemada
A man named Tomás lived long ago. He was a leader in Spain. He wanted everyone to have the same faith. This was a hard time for many. Some people had to leave their homes. Do you wonder about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTorah
The Torah is a holy book. It has five books in it. It tells stories about the world. Many people use it to learn. It helps them know how to live. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTotem
A totem is a special sign. It can be an animal. It can be a symbol for a group. Many people use them to tell stories. It helps people feel close to nature. Do you have a favorite animal?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleTrinity
Some people believe in one God. This God is three parts. One part is the Father. One part is Jesus. One part is the Holy Spirit. They are all one. It is a big idea. Do you want to learn more?
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