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Many Christians believe in the Holy Spirit. They think it is part of God. It can be like a helper. Some see it as a dove. It helps people feel close to God. Do you know about this?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThis is a very old temple. It is in Japan. Many people visit it. Some parts are made of wood. They are very old. It is a special place. Do you like old buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHosius was a leader for his faith. He lived a long time ago. He helped a great king. He also helped many people talk about what they believe. This was very important to him. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHouston Stewart Chamberlain was a writer. He lived a long time ago. He wrote books about many things. His ideas were not kind to all people. He thought some groups were better than others. This caused much harm later…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHou Yi was a great archer. He lived long ago in China. He shot at suns in the sky. This helped the people below. His stories are very old. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHubris is when someone is too proud. It can make people act in bad ways. Some people think they are better than others. This can cause big problems. It is a word from long ago. Have you ever felt very proud?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHuehueteotl is an old god. People from long ago believed in him. He is linked to fire. He is often shown as an old man. This god matters to many people. Do you like to learn about old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Hui Shi lived in China. He was a wise thinker. He liked to ask big questions. He thought about time and space. Some of his ideas were very strange. Do you like to wonder about big things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHuitzilopochtli was a god. He was a sun god. He also helped in war. People gave him gifts. They did this to help the sun. This kept the world safe. Do you like hummingbirds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWe all live a human life. We learn and we feel. We grow and we die. Many people wonder why we are here. It is a big thing to think about. What do you wonder about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people did this long ago. They did it for their gods. They wanted good things to happen. Now, this does not happen. Most people think it is wrong. It is a very old story. Do you know any old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHumility means being kind. It means knowing who you are. You do not have to be the best. You can also be very brave. This helps people get along. It is a good way to live. Do you like to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, many thinkers lived in China. They had many big ideas. Some taught how to be good. Others taught about nature. These ideas help us today. Do you like to wonder too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHutterites are a group of people. They live in small towns together. They like to share things. They also stay peaceful. Many Hutterites live in Canada and the United States now. It is a special way to live. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleLong ago, a man named Iamblichus lived. He was a thinker from Syria. He loved to learn and teach. He wrote many books about big ideas. He also wrote about a man named Pythagoras. People thought he was very wise. Do…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbadah is a word for worship. It is part of Islam. Many people use it to show love to God. It can mean being kind to others too. This helps people follow their faith. Do you know about worship?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow a way called Ibadism. It is a part of Islam. Many people live in Oman. They also live in parts of Africa. This way helps them live together. Do you know many ways people pray?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIblis is a name in Islam. Some say he was an angel. Others say he was a jinn. Long ago, he would not bow to Adam. This made God send him away. Many people think about his story. Do you like stories about the stars?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Abbas was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He learned a lot from Muhammad. He taught many people about their holy book. He loved to learn new things. Do you like to learn too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Abidin was a wise man. He lived in a city called Damascus. He helped people with hard questions. He wrote many books. His books help people today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn al-Farid was a poet. He wrote beautiful poems. Many people loved his words. He was a kind teacher. People still visit him today. Do you like poems?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn al-Muqaffa' was a man who loved books. He lived a long time ago. He helped people read stories in new ways. He wrote many books about animals. He was a very smart thinker. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Babawayh was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. His books help people learn. He was a teacher for many. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Hajar was a great teacher. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He had a very good memory. He helped people learn about their faith. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Hazm was a smart man. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He liked to learn new things. He taught people about many ideas. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Kathir was a great scholar. He lived a long time ago in Syria. He wrote many books about history. He also wrote about a holy book. His books help many people today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleA man named Ibn al-Qayyim lived long ago. He was a wise teacher. He wrote many books about faith. He spent much time studying. His books help many people today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Tufayl was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. He even wrote a story about a boy. This story helps us learn. It is very special. Do you like stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Tumart was a teacher. He lived a long time ago. He led a group of people. They had new ideas about faith. He wanted to change things. His ideas helped many people. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIcarus was a boy in a story. His father made him wings to fly. They used wax to hold them together. Icarus flew too close to the sun. The heat melted the wax. He fell into the big sea. Do you like stories about flying?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use a fish sign. It looks like two curved lines. This sign shows they are Christian. Many people wear it as a necklace. You might see it on a car. It is a special sign of faith. Do you see fish signs?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleAn idea is a thought. It can be in your head. Ideas help us learn. They help us make things. We use them every day. Do you have a new idea?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people follow a way to pray. It started a long time ago. A man named Ignatius began it. He wanted to find God in all things. It helps people make good choices. Do you like to pray?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIgnatius was a leader for his faith. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many letters to his friends. These letters help us learn about him. He died for what he believed. Do you like to read letters?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people believe in a miracle. This miracle is in a holy book. Many say no person can write like it. It helps people know what is true. It is a very special thing. Do you like to learn about big ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people agree on rules. This is called Ijma. It helps many Muslims. They look for one answer. It can help them follow their faith. Do you like to agree with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIman is a word for faith. It is a belief in the heart. Many people follow these ideas. They believe in one God. They also believe in angels. Faith can grow over time. Do you know what faith is?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think about living forever. This is a big idea. Many people have different beliefs. Some think gods can live forever. Others think science can help us. It is a fun thing to wonder about. Do you wonder…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJapan has three special things. They are a sword, a mirror, and a jewel. These items are very old. They help show who the leader is. People do not see them. They stay in boxes. Do you like old things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThings are always changing. This is a big idea. Many people think about it. Some say nothing stays the same. It is like a river that flows. We see change every day. Do you see things change?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleImre Lakatos was a thinker. He studied math and science. He liked to ask big questions. He thought about how we learn. He lived a long time ago. Do you like to ask questions too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleThe Inca had many stories. They believed in gods. Some gods lived in the sun. Some lived in the stars. They also saw gods in animals. These stories helped them. Do you like stories about gods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use magic words. They may sing or chant. They say these words to change things. These words can be very special. Do you have a favorite magic word?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people tell stories about night spirits. These spirits visit people in their dreams. They are often seen as men. Some say these stories explain bad dreams. It is a very old idea. Do you like stories about dreams?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleMany people have special beliefs. These ideas started in India. Some people follow Hinduism. Others follow Buddhism, Jainism, or Sikhism. These ways of life are very old. They help people find peace. Do you know…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people think about the person first. They value being able to do things alone. It helps you find your own goals. This way of thinking is very special. Do you like to do things on your own?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndra is a god of weather. He is like a king. He can make rain and thunder. He rides a big white elephant. Indra helps people stay happy. Do you like the rain?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleSome people use a special way to learn. They look at things to find rules. They see a pattern many times. Then they make a rule for it. This helps us learn about our world. Do you like to find patterns?
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