your help-sanctuary

Im trying to do some research on how different cultures, religions and belief systems through the ages have viewed sanctuary, refuge, migration, persecution and the like. I have been inspired by the sanctuary movements of the past and the new one making waves to write and put together as part of a project I am working on. I don't really have much religious "training." Anyone have any thoughts to help me gear up my creative juices or can direct me to some good sites or quotes... really anything will be of help. Thank you in advance. M
Here's a link to the project I am working on: