Only 38% of American Jews believe in an afterlife, far fewer than in Israel, according to a new study of spiritual practices ...

For nearly 800 years the Catholic Church has utilised the process of the conclave to elect a new pope. “Conclave” means “with a key”, indicating the cardinal-electors are locked up with a key to ...

Some activities, such as prayer, are widespread. Others, such as fasting and lighting incense or candles, vary more by ...