Sacred Text

Internet Sacred Text Archive is an online library dedicated to making sacred texts and related writings accessible for research, reading, and exploration. Established in 1999, it describes itself as a place devoted to religious tolerance and scholarship. Its collection spans 168 categories, bringing together materials on religions, mythology, folklore, philosophy, esoteric traditions, and cultural history. Visitors can browse by subject or search the archive, with topics ranging from Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism to alchemy, astrology, Native American traditions, legends, and symbolism.

The archive supports both casual discovery and deeper study, offering books and reference materials that readers can explore online. For offline access, the organization sells a USB drive containing texts from the library. Users can create accounts to organize their reading, while paid membership provides an ad-free experience with unlimited highlights, bookmarks, and annotations. The site also invites donations and volunteers to support its work, and provides information for readers, researchers, and potential investors interested in sustaining an independent resource for enduring knowledge.