Viracocha
Viracocha was a great god. He made the sun and moon. He also made the stars. People say he made all things. He lived long ago. Do you like to look at the stars?
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Virtue ethics
Some people think about being good. They focus on being a good person. This means having a kind heart. It means doing the right thing. It helps us live well. It makes us happy. Do you want to be kind?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVishvamitra
Vishvamitra was a great man. He was once a king. Then he became a wise sage. He wrote many holy words. He lived a long time ago. Do you like stories about kings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVision (spirituality)
Some people see things in a dream. These can be special sights. They may feel very real. These sights help people learn. It is a big thing to see. Do you ever see things in dreams?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVladimir Bogoyavlensky
Vladimir was a leader in a church. He helped many people. He taught in schools. He also helped when people were sick. He died a long time ago. Many people still honor him today. Do you know about saints?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVladimir Solovyov (philosopher)
Vladimir Solovyov was a thinker. He lived in Russia long ago. He wrote many books. He helped many people. His ideas still matter today. He was a very kind man. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVow
A vow is a big promise. It is not just a small word. People make these promises to a god. Some people make them at a wedding. They may also promise to do a special task. This matters a lot to them. Do you make big…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleVulcan (mythology)
Vulcan was a god of fire. He lived in the old days. He worked with hot metal. He used a big hammer. People held a party for him. It was a special day. Do you like to see fire?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWadjet
Wadjet was a goddess from long ago. She looked like a cobra snake. She helped to keep kings safe. Many people wore her eye for luck. She was a kind protector. Do you like snakes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWahhabism
Some people follow a way of faith. This way started long ago. It began in a place called Najd. Many people think it helps them follow Islam well. It is a big part of history. Do you like to learn about old ideas?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWalter Burkert
Walter Burkert was a smart man. He studied long ago stories. He wrote many books about them. He helped us learn about old gods. His work helps us today. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWand
A wand is a thin stick. It can be made of wood. Some people use them for magic. Others use them to show power. Wands are in many stories. Do you like magic stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWandering Jew
There is a story about a man. He must walk the earth. He cannot stay in one place. People told this story long ago. It is a very old tale. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWashington National Cathedral
The National Cathedral is a big church. It is in Washington, D.C. Many people visit it each year. It is a place for prayer. It is a very tall building. Have you seen a big church before?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWendigo
Some people tell stories about a spirit. It is called the wendigo. This spirit is linked to the cold winter. It is said to be very greedy. It never feels full. People use these stories to learn. Do you like stories…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWest African Vodún
Vodún is a way people pray. It is in West Africa. Many people believe in spirits. These spirits live in nature. They help people in their lives. Do you like to learn about spirits?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWestern Schism
Long ago, the Church split. Some leaders lived in Rome. Other leaders lived in a place called Avignon. They both said they were the true leader. This lasted for many years. It was a hard time for many people. Do you…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWestern Wall
The Western Wall is a very old wall. It is in a place called Jerusalem. Many Jewish people go there to pray. It is a special place for them. Do you like to visit old places?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWestminster Abbey
Westminster Abbey is a big church. It is in a place called London. Many kings and queens go there. They have big weddings there too. Many people are buried inside. It is a very old place. Do you like old buildings?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWhite Lady
People tell stories about a White Lady. She is a ghost in a white dress. Many people see her in old places. Some say she is sad. These stories are found all over the world. Do you like ghost stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWild Hunt
Some people tell stories of a wild hunt. A leader leads a group of ghosts. They ride through the sky. Some think it is a sign of bad things. It is a very old tale. Do you like old stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWild man
A wild man is a story person. They live in the deep woods. They are very hairy all over. They may carry a big stick. Some people say they bring luck. Do you like stories about the woods?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWillard Van Orman Quine
Van Quine was a smart thinker. He loved to study big ideas. He taught at a school called Harvard. He used math to help us learn. He worked hard to find truth. Do you like to ask questions?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Alston
William Alston was a man who thought deep thoughts. He was a teacher. He taught at many big schools. He also loved to play music. He played the piano and drums. He asked big questions about life. Do you like to ask…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Booth
William Booth was a kind man. He helped people who were poor. He and his wife started a group. It is called the Salvation Army. They help many people today. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Ellery Channing
William was a man who spoke to people. He shared his ideas about God. He told people that they are good. His words helped many people think. He lived a long time ago. Do you like to listen to stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Godwin
William Godwin was a writer. He wrote many books. He had big ideas about people. He thought people could be free. His books helped others think. He was a very busy man. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam J. Seymour
William Seymour was a preacher. He led a big group of people. They met in a place called Azusa Street. Many people came to pray there. It was a special time for them. Do you like to pray with friends?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam M. Branham
William was a man who spoke about God. He led many big meetings. People went to see him. Some people thought he did miracles. He traveled to many far places. Do you like to hear stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Miller (preacher)
William Miller was a man who studied the Bible. He thought Jesus would come back soon. He told many people about this idea. Many people listened to him. He felt very sure about his study. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Penn
William Penn was a kind man. He helped start a place called Pennsylvania. He wanted people to be free. He was also a good friend to the people living there. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Tell
William Tell is a hero from a story. He lived long ago in Switzerland. He was very good at using a bow. One story says he shot an apple. It was on his son's head. He was a brave man. Do you like stories about heroes?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Tyndale
William Tyndale was a man who loved books. He wrote the Bible in English. This helped many people read it. He wanted everyone to know God's words. His work was very important. Do you like to read stories?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWilliam Whewell
William Whewell was a smart man. He loved to learn many things. He studied stars and the sea. He even made up new words. He helped many people study together. He was a great thinker. Do you like to learn new things?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWitch (archetype)
Many people tell stories about witches. These stories are very old. Some stories say they are scary. Other stories show them in art. People have many ideas about them. Do you like stories about magic?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWives of Muhammad
Muhammad had many wives. They lived in small rooms. Some were his first family. Many people call them mothers. They were very special. Do you want to learn more?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWonhyo
Wonhyo was a wise man from Korea. He wrote many books. He taught many people about his faith. He used songs and dance to help. He wanted everyone to be happy. Do you like to sing and dance?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWorld
The world is everything that is. It has all of space and time. Some say it is one big thing. Others say it has many parts. It is a very big place. What do you think the world is?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWorld Council of Churches
Many churches work together. They are a big group. They help people all over the world. This helps them be kind. They want to be one big family. Do you like to help others?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWorld tree
Many people tell stories about a big tree. This tree is the center of the world. Its branches reach up to the sky. Its roots go deep into the ground. It helps connect all parts of the world. Do you like big trees?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWudu
Many Muslims wash their bodies in a special way. This is called wudu. It helps them get ready to pray. They wash their hands, face, and feet with water. It is a way to be clean. Do you like to wash with water?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWu wei
Some people think about a special way to live. It is called Wu wei. It means not forcing things. You can go with the flow. This helps you stay calm. It can help you do things well. Do you like to go with the flow?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWycliffe's Bible
Long ago, people made a special book. It was a Bible in English. Most books were in a different way to talk. This helped people read it. It was a big discovery. Do you like to read books?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleWyvern
A wyvern is a made-up dragon. It has two wings. It also has two legs. Most dragons have four legs. This one is special. Do you like stories about dragons?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleXenophanes
Xenophanes was a wise thinker. He lived a long time ago. He wrote many poems. He looked at the world to learn. He thought about clouds and rain. He wondered how things work. Do you like to wonder too?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleXiong Shili
Xiong Shili was a wise man from China. He wrote many books about big ideas. He wanted to help people find goodness. He believed we are all part of one world. His ideas still help us today. Do you like to think about…
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYab-Yum
Yab-Yum is a type of art. It shows two figures together. One part is like a father. One part is like a mother. They show how love and wisdom work as one. This art helps people learn. Do you like looking at art?
Early Reader · Change the reading level on the articleYajna
A yagna is a special thing people do. It is a way to show love to gods. People use a bright fire. They may give food or milk to the fire. This helps people feel close to the gods. Do you like to see bright fires?
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