Northern California Ecumenical
Media Resource Center

-D- (Religions)

VCD-500 THE PASSOVER- (Y/A); 30 min.; Bible Video, 1986.

Zola Levitt, a Hebrew Christian scholar, explains the Passover meal from the lighting of the first candle to the final prayer.

VCD-502 SATANISM, WITCHCRAFT, THE OCCULT...WHAT EVERY TEEN MUST KNOW- (Y/A); 2 videos, 30 min. ea.; Guide; Brown/Roa, 1989.

. 1 & .2 A dynamic two-part program that explores the phenomena of occultic practices in the Western World. Contains the latest statistical and factual information with presentations from: state investigators, an exorcist, a Satanic abuse victim, and a warlock.

VCD-504 DISCOVERING ISRAEL- (Y/A); 50 min.; Ecufilm, 1989.

Takes viewer on a discovery tour of the land of Israel from Jerusalem to Masada. Looks at the historic sites of 3 of the world's greatest religions--Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.

VCD-505 THE WORLD RELIGIONS: 600 B.C. TO A.D. 500- (JH/A); 26 min.; Guide; Landmark Films, Inc., 1983.

This program attempts to answer the question of how, why, and where organized religion replaced tribal and fertility gods. Religions included are: Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Judaism, Taoism, Zoroastrianism, and Islamism.

VCD-508 JEWISH/CHRISTIAN DIALOGUE: JEWISH FEASTS- (A); 120 min.; no guide; Alba House, 1993.

In a dialogue format, a priest and a Jewish rabbi explain and explore 4 important Jewish religious feasts: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Succoth, and Pesach (Passover).

VCD-509 DOORWAYS TO DANGER- (Y); 24 min.; Guide; Gateway Films, 1990.

This program introduces the real-life stories and first-hand experiences of those who have been involved in the occult in its many forms and shows the way out from a Biblical and Christian perspective. Shows the dangers of spiritism, fortune-telling, witchcraft, magic, and Satanism.

VCD-510 MYTHS OF PASSOVER AND PASSOVER RITUALS- (A); 2 sessions; 3:35 and 4:09 min.; No Guide; Joseph M. Stallings,

Myths of Passover - Joseph Stallings explains some of the myths of Passover generated by misread Scripture and the painting of Leonardo da Vinci. Passover Rituals - Stallings explains the significance of Passover rituals and foods.

VCD-511 HOW DO YOU SPELL GOD?- (J/A); 32 min.; Guide; Oblate Media, 1996.

The video provides a unique perspective on the questions that every child asks about God. People of many different religions--Protestant Christians, Catholics, Jews, Buddhists, and Muslims--come together through animation and conversation to create a provocative discussion on the meaning of God in their lives. Animated stories include: The Carrot Seed, Three Blind Men and an Elephant, and Menaseh's Dream. This video would be helpful for teachers of children.

VCD-513 ISLAM- (A); 56 min.; No guide; Films for Humanities and Science, 2001.

Hans Kung, well-known theologian, maps out the history of Islam from its beginnings to the present day.

VCD-514 FUNDAMENTALISM AND VIOLENCE- (Y/A); 120 min. Guide; EcuFilm, 2001.

The video is a dialogue featuring Jewish, Christian, and Muslim leaders following the September 11th attack on the World Trade Center. Karen Armstrong is the moderator; panelists are Dr. Susannah Heschel, Rev. Jim Wallis, and Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf.

VCD-515  NATIVE AMERICAN SPIRITUALITY (RELIGIONS OF THE WORLD SERIES) - (Y/A); 50 min.; Guide;  EcuFilm, 1998.
       
Narrated by Ben Kingsley, this video uses archival footage, artifacts, and interviews to communicate a broad understanding of Native American spirituality.  This study explores specific customs and rituals for the diverse cultures of the Eskimo, Iroquois, Maya, Aztec, and other tribes.

DVD-516    CONFUCIUS:  WORDS OF WISDOM - (A); 50 min.; No guide; A & E Biography, 1996.
       
This DVD explores the life and legacy of the ancient sage whose timeless message remains deeply influential to this day.  Confucius’s name is synonymous with ageless wisdom.  Biography journeys back into China’s troubled feudal era to uncover his dramatic story from his childhood poverty and long road to enlightenment to his years as a celebrated teacher.  Leading scholars reveal why his message of “five virtues” was not always accepted by the period’s leaders and interviews with a direct descendant provide a personal glimpse into Confucius’s legend.

DVD-517    INSIDE ISLAM - (A); 100 min.; No guide; History  Channel,  2002.
       
This DVD lifts the veil of mystery surrounding a misunderstood faith.  Trace its roots back to the Hebrew Bible and discover how the Five Pillars, the religion’s central tenets, helped spread Islam to the far corners of the world.  Find out what the Qur’am says about war and violence, and how these words have been co-opted by extremists.  Hear from experts like Khaled Abou el Fadl (Speaking in God’s Name), who debate the challenges facing Islam today, including a crisis of authority and deep divisions among many sects.

DVD-518    DECODING THE SECRETS OF THE KORAN - (A); 91 min.; No guide; History Channel, 2006.
       
This DVD probes the heart of the book that many outside Islam find mysterious.  This feature-length program examines the history of the verses as well as the striking similarities and differences between the Koran and the Bible.  Trace the influences of the Koran from the Golden Age of Islam to modern times and explore the interpretation and development of various themes such as Judgment Day and jihad.  Top experts and scholars of Islam share their insights into the book that lies at the foundation of one of the world’s great religions.