Summary At over 28,000 feet, Kangchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world. With a view of the mountain, the community of Darjeeling in the Eastern Himalayas is now welcoming the the Grand Lama of Tibetan Buddhism as reported in the video below. ABOUT — Ratak Puntso seems like any other 2-year-olds, but he… Continue reading The Grand Lama of Tibetan Buddhism Has Arrived
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Religion Report 2022
Summary This document provides some commentary and news about the state of world religions. A better understanding of diverse views helps promote more effective interactions between people. Four Major Religions When measured by the number of adherents, there are only four major religions in the world: Christianity (31%), Islam (24%), Hinduism (15%), and Buddhism (7%). Minor… Continue reading Religion Report 2022
Archbishop Viganò: The Eternal Spiritual Struggle Between the Forces of Good and Evil
Summary On 7 June 2020, Archbishop Carlo Maria Viganò wrote an open letter to President Donald Trump which describes an eternal spiritual struggle between the forces of good and evil. His letter refers to the recent protests in the United States. Rather than saying something potentially offensive like “there are good people on both sides”… Continue reading Archbishop Viganò: The Eternal Spiritual Struggle Between the Forces of Good and Evil
Documentary: The Haredim Represent 30% of Jerusalem’s Population
The Haredim are Jewish people who are very religiously observant. The following report offers some positive portrayals of the Haredim community and also criticisms of the community. Because the Haredim make up 30% of the population of Jerusalem, they have a strong and well defined community there. Here are some reasons why the Haredim may… Continue reading Documentary: The Haredim Represent 30% of Jerusalem’s Population
Documentary: Pope Francis – A Man Of His Word – In Theaters 18 May 2018
About “Pope Francis – A Man of His Word,” is intended to be a personal journey with Pope Francis, rather than a biographical documentary about him. The pope’s ideas and his message are central to this documentary, which sets out to present his work of reform and his answers to today’s global questions. From his… Continue reading Documentary: Pope Francis – A Man Of His Word – In Theaters 18 May 2018
Songs of Heaven and Earth 2016
Songs of Heaven and Earth 2016 is a special mix of songs prepared as a set of 3 CDs. CD 1 of 3 CD 2 of 3 CD 3 of 3
Hijab and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Nuns
Through the years, many religions have prescribed specific clothing and head covering for practitioners of the faith. Groups sometimes use clothing as a mark of uniqueness or distinction for their specific sect of a religion. Religious clothing is sometimes included with other symbols of faith to present a romanticized alluring old-world portrayal of religious life.… Continue reading Hijab and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Nuns
An Allegory From the Womb About God, Belief in the Unseen, and Life After Death
In a mother’s womb were two babies. One asked the other: “Do you believe in life after delivery?” The other replies, “why, of course. There has to be something after delivery. Maybe we are here to prepare ourselves for what we will be later.” “Nonsense,” says the other. “There is no life after delivery. What… Continue reading An Allegory From the Womb About God, Belief in the Unseen, and Life After Death
The Golden Rule Expressed Throughout Many Religions
Scarboro Missions has developed this poster to illustrate the Golden Rule as expressed throughout many different world religions. This speaks to the importance of the Golden Rule principle, and also provides one example of many parallel teachings found throughout various religions. Click here or the image below for a larger view.
The Pull of Religious Tradition – Through the Eyes of a Sikh
“There is nothing in the world’s pleasures, or idols, or forbidden books that can tempt me anymore.” ~ Chaim Kovler, Rosh Hashana 1948, from the film The Quarrel There’s a perception that the more orthodox religious traditions use charismatic and authoritarian leadership to oppress followers with threats of damnation and thus they establish a wall… Continue reading The Pull of Religious Tradition – Through the Eyes of a Sikh
The Quarrel – A Heated Exchange About Religion and Faith
Below are selected excerpts from the film The Quarrel. The complete film is very much worth viewing and sharing with others. You can order it through the producer’s website.
Origin of Species 150th Anniversary Edition by Charles Darwin with an Introduction by Christian Evangelist Ray Comfort Presents Evangelical Christian Creationism with Evolution Theories in a Single Book
Activism | Lifeways Summary. One of the most controversial books of its time is now one of the most controversial books of our time. This 150th anniversary edition of The Origin of Species was published as an outreach initiative of Christian evangelical leader Ray Comfort, founder of Living Waters. The entire text is available for free… Continue reading Origin of Species 150th Anniversary Edition by Charles Darwin with an Introduction by Christian Evangelist Ray Comfort Presents Evangelical Christian Creationism with Evolution Theories in a Single Book