religious aspects

Sister Helen Prejean's story of her encounter with the death penalty in America.

Discusses the ceremonies of six major religions through which young people become adult members of these faiths.

Rev. Earl's luxury spa, Sylphania, is the rage for those with severe eating disorders until Jeremy Devlin enters and discovers the dark secrets at the core of Earl's empire.

Explores how the actions of both the Union and Confederate armies during the Civil War can be judged against the enduring rules of society, and discusses how those actions impacted the way the war was fought.

Describes the fundamental differences between Western and Islamic political thought and explains how these contribute to terrorism, discussing such topics as the concept of the social contract and the West's increasing antipathy for patriotism and religious belief.

Offers parents, educators, and pastors an overview of the abuse tactics teens face and discusses the lasting impact of date rape and physical, mental, and emotional abuse.

A collection of stories from a number of people associated with the television show "American Idol" including top finalists, members of the crew, producers, and fans.

Examines the question of whether religion is a leading cause of war, and argues that while religion might play a role in violent conflict, the main reasons for human warfare are culture and greed.