In its purest form, religion is a tangible metaphor for underlying intangible spiritual insights.

Buddhist Studies at Free-Ed.Net focuses on the philosophy preached by Siddartha Gautama, the Buddha, in ancient India and subsequently interpreted by his disciples and apostles; together with the intellectual, cultural, social, and ritual developments of the faith and its branches.

Christian Studies at Free-Ed.Net focuses on the philosophy and teachings of Jesus Christ and his apostles, and the subsequent intellectual and cultural movements and institutions based on Christianity.

Hindu Studies at Free-Ed.Net focuses on the group of South Asian theologies and philosophies collectively known as Hinduism; together with the religious history and cultural and social manifestations of the faith. I

Islamic Studies  at Free-ed.Net focuses on Islam as preached by the Prophet Muhammad in 6th century Arabia and subsequently interpreted and elaborated by Islamic scholars and others; together with the cultural and social milieu related to the faith in various periods, localities, and branches. Includes instruction in Islamic scripture and related written authorities and commentaries

The Jewish/Judaic Studies program at Free-Ed.Net focuses on the history, culture, and religion of the Jewish people.