Summary This page provides resources for anyone interested in studying values. Values are positive character strengths that have been recognized throughout history as desirable. They are generally common across various cultures and belief systems. Aesop’s Fables Captivating the hearts and minds of kids and adults for generations, Aesop, a former Greek slave, developed simple and… Continue reading Values Report 2024
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Christianity Report 2024
Introduction The Christian religion has proven to be very resilient and adaptable to various cultures. At its core, the faith is fairly simple. There is a central text (the Bible) and central teacher (Jesus). The main precept is to follow the life and teachings of Jesus, with a general tendency toward doing good and helping… Continue reading Christianity Report 2024
The Grand Lama of Tibetan Buddhism Has Arrived
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
Thich Nhat Hanh Reference 2022
Summary This document offers some recent video documentaries and other resources relating to the life and teachings of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. (11 Oct 1926 – 22 Jan 2022) Books For readers of eBooks, books by Thich Nhat Hanh available for instant delivery are available on Amazon. [View] A list of popular titles from… Continue reading Thich Nhat Hanh Reference 2022
Baal Shem Tov Reference 2022
Summary Rabbi Israel ben Eliezer was born on 25 Aug 1698 in Okopy, Ukraine (at that time Poland). By five years of age, in 1703, he was orphaned. In 1712, he was working as a “gabbai” in the service of the local synagogue. Over time, he became known as the Baal Shem Tov or as… Continue reading Baal Shem Tov Reference 2022
PBS DOCUMENTARY — “From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians”
This is four-hour series on the rise of Christianity examines how Judaism and the Roman empire shaped Jesus’ life and traces the beginnings of the “Jesus Movement” in those early years before it was called Christianity. (PBS FRONTLINE, 22 Dec 2020) PART 1 (1h 49m) PART 2 (1h 51m) [Video Date: 22 Dec 2020. Posted:… Continue reading PBS DOCUMENTARY — “From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians”
Using a Life Map for Balance and Effectiveness (Podcast E28)
In Episode #28, I talk about how using a Life Map can help us achieve balance and effectiveness. Listen using your favorite podcast service. Apple [Listen] Anchor [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click) the link and save. [Download]
Tamar Manasseh on repairing the cracks in our communities with Tikkun Olam
In the NewsHour’s Facebook Watch show, “That Moment When,” the founder of an organization dedicated to preventing senseless killing talks about the importance of building community. With Mothers/Men Against Senseless Killing (MASK), Chicago’s Tamar Manasseh goes to “where bad things are going to happen” and, over barbecue and good conversation, seeks to save lives. (12… Continue reading Tamar Manasseh on repairing the cracks in our communities with Tikkun Olam
LEADERSHIP: National Religious Leader Calls for Fewer Nice Guys – Asks for street fighters at every level of government.
On 28 Sep 2018, conservative Christian leader Jerry Falwell Jr. stated the following via Twitter: “Conservatives & Christians need to stop electing ‘nice guys’. They might make great Christian leaders but the US needs street fighters … at every level of government … because many Republican leaders are a bunch of wimps.” This is a… Continue reading LEADERSHIP: National Religious Leader Calls for Fewer Nice Guys – Asks for street fighters at every level of government.
Hasidic Judaism – Recent Criticisms in Mainstream Media
Update: 18 Aug 2018 When this article was first posted on 12 Jun 2018, there were three videos included. By 18 Aug 2018, all three videos have now been removed from YouTube. A fourth video segment that wasn’t included in the original article from June has now been added. Also, an interview with the reporter… Continue reading Hasidic Judaism – Recent Criticisms in Mainstream Media
Haredim Report 2018
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 Haredim Report 2018
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