Hope
Hope is a big feeling. It is a way to look ahead. It helps us feel good. It can help us when things are hard. We can feel hope too. What makes you feel hope?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articlePhilosophy & Religion articles — Page 7
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Horus
Horus was a god in Egypt. He looked like a falcon bird. He was a king. He also ruled the sky. Many people loved him. He was a great protector. Do you like birds?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHua Mulan
Mulan is a famous story from China. She was a brave girl. She went to war to help her old father. She dressed like a man to join the army. Mulan was very strong. Many people love her story. Do you like stories about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHuguenots
The Huguenots were a group of people. They lived in France long ago. They had their own way to pray. Some people were not kind to them. Many had to leave their homes. They moved to new places. Do you like to learn…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHuineng
Huineng was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He sold wood to help his family. One day, he heard a holy book. This helped his mind open up. He became a great leader. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHuldrych Zwingli
Zwingli was a leader in Switzerland. He was a priest. He spoke to many people. He had new ideas about faith. These ideas helped change the church. He lived a long time ago. Do you like to learn about history?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHumanism
Some people think about how to be good. They look at humans to find answers. They use science to learn new things. This helps them live happy lives. It is a way to care for others. Do you wonder about the world too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHusayn ibn Ali
Husayn was a leader. He was part of a special family. Many people follow his ways. He stood up for what was right. This story matters to many. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHypatia
Hypatia was a wise teacher. She lived a long time ago. She loved stars and math. She helped many people. People liked her very much. She was a great thinker. Do you like math too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleHypothesis
A hypothesis is a smart guess. It helps us learn. We use it to test new ideas. It can help us find the truth. It is like a guide. Do you like to ask why?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Arabi
Ibn Arabi was a wise man. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. His ideas help many people. He loved to teach and learn. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIbn Taymiyya
Ibn Taymiyya was a wise teacher. He lived a long time ago. He loved to learn and write. He taught many people in a big mosque. His ideas still matter today. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleI Ching
The I Ching is a very old book. It comes from China. People use it to learn about change. Some use sticks to read it. It helps people think about life. It is a special book. Do you like old books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIcon
An icon is a holy picture. Many people use them to pray. They show Jesus or angels. Some are made of wood. Others are made of stone. These art pieces help people feel close to God. Do you like art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIconoclasm
Some people do not like art in holy places. They may break statues or pictures. This happens for many reasons. It can be about what they believe. It can be about power. Does art help us pray?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIdealism
Some people have big ideas. They think the mind is most important. They think thoughts make the world. This idea is very old. It helps us wonder about life. Do you ever wonder about thoughts?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIdolatry
Some people worship statues. They call these statues idols. Many people have different ideas about them. Some say it is good to use them. Others say it is not right. What do you think about statues?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIgnatius of Loyola
Ignatius was a man from Spain. He was once a soldier. Then he became a priest. He started a group to help and teach. This group is called the Jesuits. He is a very special saint. Do you know any saints?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleImam
An imam is a leader. They help people pray. Some leaders teach about their faith. Other leaders help lead a whole group. This role matters to many people. Do you know any leaders?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleImpartiality
Being fair is a big idea. It means you do not pick sides. You look at the facts. This helps people stay kind. It is good to be fair to all. Do you try to be fair too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleInanna
Inanna was a goddess from long ago. People lived in a place called Sumer. They told many stories about her. She was a very big part of their lives. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIncarnation
Some people believe in incarnation. This is a big idea. It means a god takes a body. A god might look like a person. They might look like an animal too. It helps people feel close to a god. Do you like to wonder…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIndian philosophy
Many people in India have big ideas. They think about life and the world. Some follow old books. Others have new ways to think. These ideas help people find peace. What do you wonder about?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIrenaeus
Irenaeus was a leader for his people. He lived a long time ago. He taught many people about their faith. He wrote books to help them. His words still matter today. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIsaac
Isaac is a man from a long time ago. He was the son of Abraham. His name means "he will laugh." Many people follow his story today. It helps them learn about their faith. Do you know any old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIsaiah
Isaiah was a man from long ago. He was a prophet. He spoke for God. Many people read his book today. It tells important stories. Do you like stories about the past?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIsaiah Berlin
Isaiah Berlin was a thinker. He lived in many places. He was born in a place called Riga. Later, he moved to England. He loved to talk and read. He had many big ideas. Do you like to think about big ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIsis
Isis was a big goddess. She lived in Egypt long ago. People thought she was a kind mother. She helped many people feel better. She was very strong too. Do you like stories about magic?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIslamic calendar
This is a special way to tell time. It uses the moon to find months. People use it for holidays. It helps them know when to pray. It is a very old way to track days. Do you look at the moon at night?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIslamic philosophy
Some people use ideas to learn. They think about the world. They ask big questions. These thinkers lived a long time ago. Their ideas still matter today. Do you like to ask questions too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIslamic schools and branches
Many people follow Islam. They have many ways to believe. Some groups are very large. Other groups are small. These groups started a long time ago. Do you like to learn about new ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIslamism
Some people believe in Islamism. They think Islam can help lead a country. They want to use Islamic laws. This idea matters to many groups. It is a way to live. What do you think?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleIs–ought problem
Some people think about how we act. They ask why we should be good. One man named David Hume thought about this. He said facts are not the same as rules. We must decide how to live. Do you think about being good?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJacob
Jacob was a man from long ago. He had a twin brother. Many people believe he started a big family. His family is very important in some faiths. Do you like to hear old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJacobus Arminius
Jacobus Arminius was a teacher. He lived a long time ago. He taught people about God. He had many new ideas. These ideas helped many people. He was very kind to others. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJade Emperor
The Jade Emperor is a god. He rules the sky and earth. Many people tell stories about him. He is very kind and wise. He helps people in his stories. Do you like stories about gods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJa'far al-Sadiq
Ja'far was a wise teacher. He lived a long time ago. Many people came to learn from him. He taught them about their faith. His words helped many people. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJan Hus
Jan Hus was a man who spoke his mind. He lived a long time ago. He was a teacher in a city called Prague. He had many ideas about what people believe. Some people did not like his ideas. He died for what he believed.…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJapanese mythology
Japan has many old stories. These stories tell of many spirits. Some spirits are like the sun. They help explain the world. These tales are very special. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJean-Jacques Rousseau
Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a writer. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many books. His ideas helped many people. He loved music and books too. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJehovah's Witnesses
Jehovah's Witnesses are a group of people. They study the Bible. They like to talk to others about God. They do not celebrate birthdays. They also do not celebrate Christmas. This is how they live. Do you know many…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJeremy Bentham
Jeremy Bentham was a thinker. He had many big ideas. He wanted to make life better for many people. He thought rules should help most people be happy. He also helped people learn. Do you like to think of new ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJerome
Jerome was a man who loved books. He lived a long time ago. He translated a holy book into Latin. This helped many people read it. He was a very busy writer. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJews
Many people are part of the Jewish group. They have a long history. Some follow a faith called Judaism. They have special books and ways to live. This helps them stay close to each other. Do you know about different…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJinn
Some people believe in jinn. They are like spirits. They can change their shape. Some might look like snakes. They live in their own groups. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJohann Gottlieb Fichte
Johann was a man who thought a lot. He lived in a place called Germany. He wrote many books about big ideas. He wondered how we know ourselves. His ideas helped many people. Do you like to wonder about things too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJohn Calvin
John Calvin was a man of faith. He lived a long time ago. He helped many people learn about God. He wrote many books to help them. His ideas spread all over the world. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleJohn Chrysostom
John was a great speaker. He told people to be kind. He helped the poor. Many people liked his words. He is a saint today. Do you like to tell stories?
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