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High in the mountains of Lebanon, a Greek Orthodox Christian monastery exemplifies a life of simplicity and devotion through daily rituals and community labor.
135 men serve as the Swiss Guard, the world's smallest army, sworn to protect the Pope and uphold a tradition that dates back over 500 years.
Nearly 350,000 traditional Mennonites live in self-sufficient colonies, adhering to strict rules and a lifestyle that rejects modern influences.
In the United States, 16,000 people have lodged complaints for sexual abuse against Catholic priests, revealing a widespread pattern of misconduct and cover-up.
The Amish in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, share their lives and hidden struggles in this documentary.
In Melbourne, the Adass Jewish community maintains its centuries-old traditions and values, resisting modern influences in a multicultural society.
A parishioner is found dead behind the desk of Reverend John Smith, with a gunshot wound to the head, raising suspicions of foul play.
Pope Benedict XVI's resignation on February 11, 2013, marked the first papal abdication in nearly 600 years, sending shock waves around the world.
Oklahoma is described as the reddest state in the country, where a group of ministers challenges fundamentalist Christian doctrine and advocates for a Gospel of Inclusion.
Opus Dei, founded in 1928 by Jose Maria Escrivá, has 90,000 members worldwide and operates under a strict vow of secrecy that discourages dissent.
Based on secret documents from European archives, the Catholic Church's 500-year effort to maintain its dominance as the sole Christian religion is examined.
An Orthodox Mennonite colony in Pampa de los Guanakos, Argentina, has over 170 families who live without running water or electricity.
Codex Sinaiticus, the oldest known Bible manuscript, sparked a significant 19th-century debate between biblical scholars and skeptics regarding its authenticity.
Wool from sheep generated half of England's wealth in the 1500s, with monasteries controlling much of the production and trade.
Meet the Mormons in Rockland Ranch, a Fundamentalist Community with Three Wives, One Husband.
Paul Touvier, a Nazi collaborator, was found guilty of crimes against humanity and sentenced to life in prison, becoming the first French citizen to face such charges.
40,000 Jews live in Manchester, making it the second largest Jewish community in Britain after London.
On December 26, 1973, audiences lined up around the block to see a film that would become a cultural event and a defining moment in horror cinema.
In New York City, over 200,000 ultra-Orthodox and Hasidic Jews maintain a lifestyle rooted in 18th-century traditions and strict adherence to Judaic law.
Over three million people in Johannesburg identify as Christians, many drawn to the controversial millionaire preacher known as Prophet Mboro.
Pope Benedict XVI's resignation in 2013 initiated a historic conclave that led to the election of Pope Francis, marking a significant moment in Vatican history.
Pope Francis, the first non-European pope in over 1,000 years, has focused on reforming the Catholic Church since his election in 2013.
In Tudor England, monasteries served as the largest landowners, significantly influencing daily life, education, and technology for farmhands and communities.
Six days a week, Mennonites work from dawn to dusk without electricity, television, or internet in their closed community in Mexico.
Eleanor Janega examines the hierarchical structure and societal impact of the Roman Catholic Church on various classes during Britain's Medieval Period.
In Vatican City, half a million people seek healing from demonic possession each year, prompting a revival of the controversial rite of exorcism.
Ludovic-Mohamed Zahed fights for a more inclusive Islam for gay Muslims in France.
Three American Christians, including Apollo 15 astronaut Colonel James Irwin, search for Noah's Ark on Mount Ararat, believing its discovery would validate biblical accounts.
Mecca and Medina serve as pivotal religious centers in Saudi Arabia, influencing both the nation's identity and the interpretation of Islam among its leaders.
11 million Christians remain in the Middle East today, a sharp decline from one in four people in the early 20th century.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi covers 20,000 square meters and can accommodate up to 7,000 people in its main hall at one time.
Richard Dawkins is described as a man who has waged war on religion, blaming it for much of the violence in the world.
The Order of Friars Minor Capuchin explores the profound commitment of young men who choose to abandon their former lives in pursuit of a radical religious vocation.
Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine I, played a crucial role in establishing Christianity as the official state religion of the Roman Empire in the fourth century.
In the Orthodox Hassidic community, a rabbinical matchmaker, a newly-married couple, and a single hip-hop artist examine the concept of love and marriage in a secular world.
In Medieval England, the Catholic Church, led by local priests and powerful Archbishops, served as the societal center, while nobility like the De Vere family controlled secular power.
Old Testament prophecies are examined for their predictions regarding the final days of Jesus Christ, exploring their implications for believers and skeptics alike.
For two weeks, rabbis Yossi and Ari travel almost the size of England in a mobile synagogue, searching for Jews in remote Australian communities.
Fifteen siblings grapple with the legacy of their father, a man described as a cult leader and scam artist, as they seek to understand their family's struggles.
Gay priests in France share their experiences and challenges within the Catholic Church, highlighting the conflict between their identities and institutional beliefs.
In Newfoundland, former residents of a Roman Catholic orphanage confront their traumatic past and seek justice during a government inquiry 15 years after their abuse.
Monasteries served as vital social hubs in the Middle Ages, providing hospitality and support to individuals from various social classes, as explored by historian Ruth Goodman.
In Italy, large congregations attend masses of deliverance as the Vatican supports training a new generation of exorcists, led by Father Francis Tiso.
In Venice during 1522, the Roman Catholic Church initiated a new Inquisition to suppress Protestant Reformation ideas and maintain religious orthodoxy.
Roman Catholicism, the largest branch of Christianity, is examined through its foundational beliefs and their ongoing significance for its followers today.
The Catholic Church's influence in Cuba shrank under Fidel Castro, yet house churches emerge.
About 30 percent of Muslim women in Germany wear a headscarf, a choice that often leads to debates about their place in society.
Seven nights a week, the Mevlevi Order performs whirling rituals in Istanbul, blending music and prayer in a ceremony that faces government scrutiny.
