Jewish holy men charged with conducting religious services, ensuring that Jewish laws are observed, and serving as a spiritual guide for the community.
Racism
Discrimination or prejudice based on race.
Ramadan
The ninth month of the Muslim calendar. All Muslims must fast during daylight hours, except the very young or sick.
Ramayana
Hindu epic story about the hero Rama who was the incarnation of the god Vishnu.
Rasputin, Grigory
(1872-1916) Russian peasant and self-proclaimed holy man. He was friends with the ruling Romanov family, and sometime advisor to Czarina Alexandra. His advice was on of the factors leading to the Russian Revolution.
raw materials
Various materials found in nature used in manufacturing such as wood, coal, and oil.
recant
To reject a belief or withdraw something previously said.
Reconquista
The re-conquest of Spain by the Christians after centuries of Islamic domination.
Red Guard
Militaristic group of students in China who brutalized anyone who criticized Maos government.
Red Shirts
Nationalistic group/army created and led by Guiseppe Garibaldi to end foreign control of Italy during the 19th century.