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religion

[ri-lij-uhn] / rɪˈlɪdʒ ən /


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Although North Korea has relentlessly suppressed religion and vilified American missionaries, the origins of this hereditary cult are found in a surprising place: Protestant Christianity, and in particular, postbellum American Presbyterianism.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Also not to be underestimated is the role religion has played in fostering trust and connection.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“They recognize their power is tenuous,” said Sarah Riccardi-Swartz, a religion professor at Northeastern University who has experience studying right-wing Orthodox Christianity.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

To many who will crowd into the Mojave tent to see him in all his shirtless glory, his music is a religion.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

These calls to Gardar were important to Bobby because they went beyond the complicated aspects of his imprisonment and touched on other matters, such as politics, religion, and philosophy.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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