The Big Question The Bible Never Answers About Adam And Eve
God created Adam and Eve, who committed the original sin - a burden that fell on all of humanity. But there's one question never answers about the pair.
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Is There A Sin That Is Worse Than All Others, According To The Bible?
Everyone has heard of the concept of sin, but when it comes to the Bible, Is there a sin that is worse than all others? The answer is complicated.
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The Horseman Of The Apocalypse Whose Name Changes Constantly
One of the Bible's Four Horseman of the Apocalpyse changes names depending on where he's being referenced. Here's why this might be the case.
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Who Were The Buddha's Parents?
The Buddha, whose birth name was Siddhartha Gautama, was born and raised as a prince before starting his journey to enlightenment. Here's who his parents were.
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Did A Pope Really Choke To Death On A Fly? Here's What We Know
You might have heard that years ago, there was a pope who choked to death on a fly. So did it really happen? Let's take a look back in history.
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The Biggest Lies The Catholic Church Has Ever Told
The Catholic Church has a long and storied history, no stranger to controversy and criticism. It's not wonder its stance of several issues have become murky.
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The Biggest Controversies Surrounding The UFO Religion, Raelism
Three people were found dead from starvation in 2010. Their journals contained entries about a UFO religion, Raelism, which has controversial beliefs.
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What We Know About Jesus' Relationship With Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene is written about in several gospels as a disciple of Jesus, but speculation exists about their relationship. Here's what we know.
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The True Story Of The Kennedy Family's Relationship With Pope Pius XII
The Kennedy family has connections to Pope Pius XII that run back to 1936, when Joseph Kennedy was a commissioner in the federal government. Here's the story.
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Here's What Was Found In L. Ron Hubbard's Coroner's Report
L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology, was private in his last years. His post-death wishes reflected that. Here's what was found in his coroner's report.
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The Ingenious, Glyph-Like Number System Created By Medieval Monks
In the 13th century, monks of the Cistercian order creating an ingenious, glyph-like number system much different from the modern Arabic system.
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Who Was The Witch Of Endor Mentioned In The Bible?
There are plenty of memorable characters in the Bible, and the Witch of Endor is one of them - despite only appearing briefly. Here's her story.
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Strange Rules In The Bible Most People Haven't Heard About
Across the first five books of the Bible there are a lot more than just 10 Commandments. Here are some biblical commandments that you might not have heard of.
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Things People Believe Are In The Bible But Aren't
The Bible has birthed many scenes in popular culture, such as the infamous apple that caused humanity's fall. But not all of these are actually in the Bible.
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Mafia Stories That Seem Too Wild To Be True
News about the mafia usually means murders, crime, drugs, and the occasional cannoli -- all outrageous in their own right.
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Where Does Catholicism's Midnight Mass Come From?
The Midnight Mass has been a long-standing tradition in the Catholic Church -- but exactly how long have Christians been practicing this nighttime service?
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Why There Are Few Copies Of The Wicked Bible Left Today
About 1,000 copies of the so-called Wicked Bible were ordered to be destroyed in the 17th century. Here's why there are few copies left today.
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Why Animals Are In The Nativity Scene, But Aren't Mentioned In The Bible
The Nativity scene that depicts the birth of Jesus often contains animals, but in the Bible, they aren't mentioned during the event. Here's why.
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Creepy Things About Popular Christmas Traditions And Characters
While Christmas is a wonderful time of year, customs that Americans think of as completely normal and commonplace have weird, dark, or even gross origins.
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What Different Religions Say About Marijuana And Its Use
It's possible to determine which way a religion leans on weed, and some of the answers might surprise you. This is what different religions say about marijuana.
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Why The Color Blue Is So Closely Associated With Hanukkah Decorations
The color blue is closely associated with Hanukkah decorations, combined with white and even silver, but the reason why is both new and old.
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The Significance Of Stars In Different Spiritual Practices Explained
Humanity has long gazed at the stars and sought meaning in them. No wonder, then, that they have become woven into many spiritual practices throughout history.
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What Do Candles Symbolize During Hanukkah?
Though Hanukkah carries several traditions, the lighting of the candles is the most significant aspect of the Jewish holiday known as Festival of Lights.
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The Biggest Differences Between The Amish And Mennonites
The Amish and Mennonites can look very similar to non-members. While they both have Anabaptist roots, these are the biggest differences between the groups.
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Why A Rabbit's Foot Is Considered Lucky
You might have heard that carrying a rabbit's foot will bring you good fortune, but why? Here's the history behind this talisman and its connection with luck.
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Why Are There So Many Christian Denominations?
There are thousands upon thousands of Christian denominations across the world. Why are there so many? Let's look back in history and find the answer.
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Who Had The Most Children Recorded In The Bible?
A fair few biblical rulers had a lot of kids, but who had the most? It's tough to say, as many are mentioned in passing. Here's who had the most recorded.
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