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Joseph Shavit
Apr 30, 2022
Was the biblical city of Sodom actually destroyed by an exploding meteor?
Could the biblical description of the destruction of Sodom be explained by an exploding meteor? Excavation of the site began in 1985.
Joseph Shavit
Mar 5, 2022
Study finds link between accountability to God, psychological well-being
Religious believers who embrace accountability to God experience higher levels of three of the four variables of psychological well-being.
Joseph Shavit
Feb 4, 2022
What are ‘Kosher’ phones and what do new reforms in Israel mean to the industry?
Israel’s Ministry of Communications has announced a new plan to reform the country’s market for “kosher” mobile phone services.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 9, 2021
Could the biblical destruction of Sodom be explained by an exploding meteor?
Researchers have been particularly interested in a citywide 1.5-meter-thick destruction layer of carbon and ash.
Joshua Shavit
Sep 2, 2021
Scientists identify the part of the brain tied to experiencing religion and spirituality
A new study has identified a brain circuit that seems to mediate aspects of our personality responsible for religiosity and spirituality
Joseph Shavit
Jun 23, 2021
Research finds that spirituality can promote the health of breast cancer survivors
MU assistant professor Jennifer Hulett finds link between forgiveness, congregational support and improved health and well-being.
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