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Sacred & Other Religious Texts
Sacred writings, holy books and spiritual literature. Includes primary and secondary sources, translations as well as works in their original language.
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Sub-headings:
- Atheist & Agnostic Texts
- Bahai Texts
- Bibles & Other Christian Texts
- Buddhist Texts
- Hindu Texts
- Islamic Texts
- Jewish Texts
- Pagan, Wiccan & New Age Texts
- Other Faiths Religious & Sacred Texts
Resources in this category:
- Internet Sacred Text Archive
http://www.sacred-texts.com/
- "A freely available archive of significant primary texts relating to religion and mythology. Texts are presented in English translation and, in some cases, in the original language." Covers Ancient, Eastern, and Western religions.
- ishwar.com - Resource for Religious Texts
http://www.ishwar.com/
- "Site containing sacred texts of various religions. Enables visitors to: Read, Share, Print, Search, Listen, Translate and Download sacred texts."
- Krishna.com
http://www.krishna.com/
- This site is about Krishna, the primeval lord. Images and webcam videos from Krishna temples around the world have been provided. Reincarnation, karma and other spiritual principles have been explained in depth. Strong focus on bhakti yoga.
- Religion Online: Full texts by recognized religious scholars
http://www.religion-online.org/
- This site indexes "more than 6,000 articles and chapters" on religious topics (mostly from a Christian viewpoint), from theology to social issues to worship to religious education. It also provides full text of over 200 religious books.
- Sacred Texts Online: Legends and Sagas
http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/
- "This section of sacred-texts archives the rich literature of Sagas and Legends. These are mostly (but not all) from Northern Europe, and primarily based on legendary events and people from the Middle Ages. Many of these narratives are based on archetypal stories that date even further back in time."