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Expanding Possibilities of New Spiritual Discovery.

John Azumah  |  The Sanneh Institute

Finding Unity in Diversity

The logo of The Sanneh Institute is a stylized depiction of two conjoined crocodiles. It’s one of hundreds of centuries-old symbols known as adinkra that persist in modern-day Ghana. Launched in 2018 and hous...
Anjan Chatterjee  |  The University of Pennsylvania

Framing the Experience of Art with Science

What is it about art, anyway? Why do so many people seek it out, even plan trips around it? Why do major cities throughout the world all have at least one art museum? And why are places of worship so often arch...
Afe Adogame  |  Calvin University

Advancing a New Theology in Africa

It’s home to 25% of the world’s Christians today, predicted to grow to 40% within the next 25 years. In fact, Africa is where Christianity is growing faster than anywhere else in the world. More and more, i...
Simone Schnall  |  University of Cambridge

Transcendence Through Art: Connecting with Higher Values

An electrical repair for the house, a doctor’s appointment that needs setting, a dish for a school potluck, a procrastinated task at work, feeding the dog, flossing after every meal… These are the immed...
Kendall Bronk  |  Claremont Graduate University

How Young Adults Perceive the Role of Patience in the Search for Purpose

Figuring out one’s purpose in life is not often an easy task. Research suggests it can be anxiety-provoking and stressful. However, uncovering one’s purpose in life is a critical prerequisite to leading a l...
Knox Thames  |  Pepperdine University

Charting New Paths to Pluralism

Terrorism in the Middle East. Government-sponsored genocides in China and Burma. Cultural extremism in Pakistan. Tyrannical democracy in Nepal and India. Assaults, destruction, arrests, displacements, and killi...
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.