New

Expanding Possibilities of New Spiritual Discovery.

Alfonse Borysewicz  |  BBH Literary LLC

Art and Transcendence

Historically, faith traditions have focused on both the written word and images as sources of knowledge and meaning. Some would claim that words have taken undue precedence as theologies have developed, while i...
Brian Nosek  |  Center for Open Science, Inc.

Advancing Research Transparency

Among human endeavors, scientific research ranks high as a noble pursuit. Most of us trust science to make discoveries that add to the world’s storehouse of knowledge, solve problems, and make our lives bette...
Oludamini Ogunnaike  |  University of Virginia

The Knowledge Poets Give Us

Culture has long recognized poetry as a unique medium for expressing knowledge and beauty in profound ways. The poets themselves have articulated this in ways only they can. As William Carlos Williams said, ...
Carl Plantinga  |  Calvin University

Developing Moral Understanding at the Movies

Most of us have experienced strong effects when watching movies or series. We cry, laugh, swoon, tap our feet, flinch, and sometimes even involuntarily call out in alarm or delight. But we also think. We wonder...
Kutter Callaway  |  Baylor University

Measuring Transcendence: IRL

Do you remember the last time a work of art changed you? Usually, these moments take you by surprise. You’re walking through the gallery, the echo of footsteps and hushed voices around you. You turn a cor...
John Tomasi  |  Heterodox Academy

Not All Great Minds Think Alike

Higher education in the United States is at a crossroads. Will it maintain its legacy of open inquiry as the path to discovering truth and generating knowledge? Or will it become permanently sidetracked by rigi...
Areas of Focus
Art Seeking Understanding

Putting Aesthetic 
Cognitivism to the Test

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Science & Religion in Context

Valuing Science and Religion as Mutually Enriching Sources of Insight

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Covenantal Pluralism

Going Beyond Religious Tolerance

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Social Consequences of Religion

Exploring Religion as a Transformative Force for Good in the World

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About Templeton Religion Trust

We're seeking to enrich the conversations about Religions

Templeton Religion Trust is a global charitable trust established by Sir John Templeton in 1984 with headquarters in Nassau, The Bahamas, where Sir John lived until his death in 2008. TRT has been active since 2012, and supports projects as well as storytelling related to projects seeking to enrich the conversation about religion.