Religions of the World
Religions of the World

Religions of the World

1998 1 Seasons 13 Episodes ⭐ 8.0 Documentary

Narrated by Academy Award-winner Ben Kingsley, this series objectively documents religions worldwide with interviews from experts. Explore issues that probe the very core of our existence and offer a deeper understanding of global spiritual beliefs.

Narrated by Academy Award-winner Ben Kingsley, this series objectively documents religions worldwide with interviews from experts. Explore issues that probe the very core of our existence and offer a deeper understanding of global spiritual beliefs.

Seasons & Episodes

EP 1

Judaism

One of the world's oldest surviving religions, Judaism is both a theology and a way of life for over 12 million follower

EP 2

Orthodox and Roman Catholic Christianity

From the public ministry of Jesus to the legendary battles of the Crusades, examine the interwoven histories of these tw

EP 3

Protestant Christianity

Political, religious and social events of 16th-century Europe changed the course of history. These factors sparked the b

EP 4

Islam

Islam is one of the great monotheistic world religions practiced today. Discover the Islamic culture through the daily l

EP 5

Hinduism

Learn how and why Hinduism has survived to be one of the oldest and largest world religions with nearly one billion foll

EP 6

Buddhism

Discover the history behind the philosophy that has led millions of followers on a quest for spiritual enlightenment. Th

EP 7

Shinto

Explore the rituals and ceremonies of Japan's Shinto through interviews, archival and on-location footage. Shinto or "th

EP 8

Confucianism and Taoism

While the major religions of the Western world affirm a belief in a single God, Confucianism and Taoism focus inward on

EP 9

Religions of Small Societies

Examine the religious rituals and myths of the many small groups of indigenous people living around the world. From the

EP 10

Ancient Religions of the Mediterranean

As the world's largest sea, the Mediterranean has nourished various civilizations for centuries. Trace the spiritual his

EP 11

African and African American Religions

Learn about the cultural diversity of Africa through its many religions -- traditional and neo-traditional African, Chri

EP 12

Native American Spirituality

Through archival footage, artifacts and interviews, viewers will gain a broad understanding of Native American spiritual

EP 13

Skepticism and Religious Relativism

Examine the role of philosophy and science in the universal quest to understand the "cosmic order" or purpose to life, a

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Ben Kingsley
Ben Kingsley
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