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Syria and the ‘moral obscenity’ of war
In Syria conflict, moral questions abound including: Would a U.S. attack on Syria accomplish anything positive?
Reza Aslan, researching while Muslim
The ‘Zealot’ author’s controversial Fox interview has ignited a long-overdue conversation about religion.
Israeli ambassador hosts Iftar
Michael Oren celebrated Iftar and Tisha B’Av on Tuesday. Does an evening like this do any good?
The moral of Eliot Spitzer’s story
When Eliot Spitzer asked voters for forgiveness, he exploited the rhetoric of religion for political purposes.
‘Bling’ rings true: Something’s rotten in Hollywood
A ripped-from-the-headlines movie is the story of teen lives without values, ethics or morality.
In Republicans’ tired rhetoric, religious freedom loses out
It’s a new year, but the Faith and Freedom Coalition shows that not much has changed for the GOP.
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What's next for Tim Tebow? "Relentless pursuit of ... dream of being an NFL quarterback" goes on
Whether another NFL team will give him a shot, though, is another matter.
Tim Tebow released by Patriots, report says
Quarterback faces uncertain future in NFL after 2 1/2 months in New England.
Religion events from around the Washington area
Synagogues and congregations in the Washington area prepare for the Jewish High Holidays.
A prison of cruelty: End injustice in criminal justice system
As a committed Christian and former pastor, it's clear that we need to end the abusive use of solitary confinement in prison.
Labor Day strikes by fast food workers: Would you like some justice with those fries?
Why don't industries pay a living wage? Well, in Christian theology we call that greed, and it's a sin.
Should Christians support intervention in Syria? No.
The low chances of accomplishing a peaceful outcome make the inevitable civilian casualties of any military strike especially unjustifiable.
Measles outbreak in Texas church leads to soul-searching, thank God
I want to applaud the leadership of the church for reversing course, and actively encouraging vaccination in the wake of this recent outbreak.
Syria and the ‘moral obscenity’ of war
In Syria conflict, moral questions abound including: Would a U.S. attack on Syria accomplish anything positive?
King, in context
As a biblical studies professor, I emphasize the importance of reading biblical texts in their historical and literary context to avoid turning them into bumper sticker slogans.
Christians in Egypt in the crosshairs
Democracy without guarantees of God-given religious freedom cannot survive.
Is faith the world’s most effective placebo?
We are all aware of the power of belief, but not everyone realizes how flexible this power is, even for atheists.
Martin Luther King, Jr., had a dream. We have work to do.
As a white man who has led four Episcopal Church institutions, I am increasingly aware of how enmeshed our church is in the institutional racism that we decry so vocally.
Justice must still be done
OPINION: The 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington is our wake up call.
Do Christian conservatives believe in the First Amendment?
Fundamentalists in different religions have a lot in common, usually to the detriment of those who support religious freedom and diversity.
A gay Mormon with a dog problem
The bio's controversial line read thus: "He lives in Salt Lake City with his partner and their four dogs."
Does the Catholic Church really respect women, or the men who support them?
After serving for as Roman Catholic priest for 40 years, nine months ago I was expelled from the priesthood because of my public support for the ordination of women. Who would Jesus throw out?
Is King's dream still alive?
King's dream, both in practice and in principle, remains a work in progress.
Religion
Kay Warren on God: ‘There are times that I feel it’s all a big cosmic joke’
The Post’s Sally Quinn talks with Saddleback Church co-founder Kay Warren on doubting God’s existence, the HIV/Aids epidemic and why God allows suffering. (Archives)
Author Colm Toibin talks about his book ‘The Testament of Mary’
Author Colm Toibin sat down with The Washington Post’s Sally Quinn to discuss his approach to writing “The Testament of Mary” and his relationship with the Catholic church.
Conn. Rabbi talks about comforting Sandy Hook victim’s mom
Rabbi Shaul Praver of the Adath Israel congregation in Newtown, Conn., discusses comforting the mom of Sandy Hook shooting victim Noah Posner on Saturday.
Pope Benedict sends first tweet
VIDEO | Pope Benedict sent his first tweet using his handle @pontifex. The Pope writes: "Dear friends, I am pleased to get in touch with you through Twitter. Thank you for your generous response. I bless all of you from my heart."
Rev. Franklin Graham on his holiday outreach program
Rev. Franklin Graham sits down with the The Post’s Sally Quinn to talk about his holiday outreach program, Operation Christmas Child.
Eckhart Tolle on losing trust in God, being in the now
Spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle spoke with The Washington Post’s Sally Quinn about his Roman Catholic upbringing, losing trust in God and the core of his teachings: being in the now.
Bishop Stallings on controversial ministry
Bishop George Stallings, founder of the Imani Temple African Catholic Congregation talks about his controversial ministry and allegations that he abused altar boys while a priest in the Roman Catholic Church.
New polls show Mitt Romney catching up to Obama. Meanwhile, God seems to be losing ground: a new poll shows that one in five Americans now self-identify as secular. We speak to religion reporter Michelle Boorstein and Jesse Galef of the Secular Student Alliance.
Bishop Vashti McKenzie speaks at DNC
Bishop Vashti McKenzie, co-chair of the DNC Credentials Committee and the first woman elected as bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, called the Democratic Party the “most forward-looking” party.
Mitt Romney’s RNC speech highlights
Mitt Romney accepts the official GOP nominee and speaks to the Republican National Convention on its final night.
Joel Osteen on his connection with fans
Evangelist Joel Osteen discusses his connection with fans and how he got his start. Osteen will speak at Nationals Park on Saturday, April 28.Elsewhere in National
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The Fix
Live Q&A; transcript
Readers discussed the latest in political news with The Fix’s Chris Cillizza.