Knowledge Resources
The Berkley Center Knowledge Resources provide an overview of the world's religious
traditions and their impact on society, politics, and world affairs. The fruit of collaboration between
Georgetown students and faculty, the resources allow users to explore connections across topics, traditions,
and
countries.
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The Knowledge Resources go back to March
2006,
when the Berkley Center was founded. They have since grown to include more than five thousand different
database entries, ranging from essays on diverse topics to short descriptions of key organizations,
programs,
and events. More than fifty faculty and students have contributed their ideas and expertise.
The primary audience for the resources is
students and teachers at the secondary and postsecondary levels in search of reliable information about
religion, society and politics in the United States and worldwide. The resources are also designed for
scholars and practitioners working at the intersection of religion and world affairs and citizens and
policymakers eager to learn more about the significance of faith and values in our contemporary global
era.
The growth of the Knowledge Resources has
been
enabled by the generous support of William R. Berkley, Tony White, and the Henry Luce Foundation.
Please direct any comments, suggestions, or
corrections to banchoff@georgetown.edu
2010-11 Knowledge Resources Team:
- Director: Thomas Banchoff
- Lead Software Developer: Paul Beccio
- Web Editor: Amy Vander Vliet
- Updated: December 8, 2011
Knowledge Resources Topics provide an overview of the world's religious traditions
and their impact on society, politics, and world affairs. These collections focus on key issues, events, and
areas of
dialogue to help users explore connections and learn more about the significance of faith and values in our
contemporary global era.
Knowledge Resources traditions pages provide an overview of beliefs and practices of
the world’s major religions. Resources cover key people, organizations, and scriptural passages.
Knowledge Resources country pages explore the ways society, culture, and religion
intersect in the history of individual nations. Resources cover religious freedom, constitutional overviews,
and key people and organizations.
Classroom Resources are designed to offer students and teachers at the secondary and
postsecondary levels reliable information about religion, society, and politics in the United States and
worldwide. They also offer curricular materials to enrich teaching in this complex area.