What technology would have been available to Biblical census-takers? [more inside]
posted by Fiasco da Gama on May 3, 2009 - 10 answers

Seeking advice about a quote from Hebrews 10:23, which states "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful." This is from one of the books of the New Testament (Epistle to the Hebrews). [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam on Nov 29, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm looking for bible/quran/"insert holy book here" quotes that say something to the effect of "You will be taken care of" or "you are in my hands" or somesuch. Verses that say that no matter what happens, I will be looked after. I'm not looking for verses that say "You are loved". [more inside]
posted by Rabulah on Oct 20, 2007 - 26 answers

What are some good, unholy, "scripture"-like quotes I can use as an email signature? [more inside]
posted by mds35 on Jun 27, 2007 - 57 answers

How can I find a particular Hindu scripture verse about Ganesha and Parvati? [more inside]
posted by Methylviolet on Nov 20, 2006 - 3 answers

Can anyone help me locate a list of the 114 surahs that indicates from which period each dates? [more inside]
posted by AlexanderBanning on Oct 31, 2006 - 6 answers

Why are Christians opposed to heterosexual pre-marital sex. I can find some Paul diktats but is that the only problem?
posted by Pericles on Dec 1, 2004 - 39 answers