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Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) Denomination

This resource page for the Religious Society of Friends provides a detailed profile of the Quakers denomination, along with a brief history, beliefs and practices of the faith, and other important resources to help you explore the Religious Society of Friends.

Quakers Beliefs and Practices

See how Quakers beliefs compare with mainstream Christianity. Learn how the beliefs and practices of Quakers affect the way Friends live.

Quakers History

Learn how Quakers history was marked by persecution. As a faith movement, the history of the Quakers is filled with social reform, pacifism, and the fight for freedom from restrictive doctrine.

William Penn and His ‘Holy Experiment’

William Penn, an English Quaker, guaranteed religious tolerance while founding the colony of Pennsylvania. Learn how William Penn incorporated Quaker beliefs in the government of Pennsylvania, his 'Holy Experiment.'

Religious Society of Friends

The Religious Society of Friends official website.

Quaker Information Center

The Quaker Information Center is a gateway to Quaker heritage and to modern Quakerism in Philadelphia and worldwide.

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