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Yale University Shield Hebrew Text: Urim and Thummim – The High Priests of Ancient Judaism

Urim and Thummim The Yale University Shield (shown above) bears an abbreviated Hebrew phrase haʾUrim vəhaTummim (האורים והתומים). This is the official statement found on Yale’s website regarding these Hebrew words: The iconography of the Yale shield (or “arms”) is taken from the University’s seal, which was adopted by the Trustees of Yale College in the… Continue reading Yale University Shield Hebrew Text: Urim and Thummim – The High Priests of Ancient Judaism

“Love the earth and sun and the animals” ~ Walt Whitman

“This is what you shall do; Love the earth and sun and the animals, despise riches, give alms to every one that asks, stand up for the stupid and crazy, devote your income and labor to others, hate tyrants, argue not concerning God, have patience and indulgence toward the people, take off your hat to… Continue reading “Love the earth and sun and the animals” ~ Walt Whitman

Seeds of Loving Kindness Tour in Iowa City on 11 November 2013

Seeds of Loving Kindness Monday  11.11.13  | 6:30 p.m. Public Space One Lower Level – Wesley Building 120 North Dubuque Street Iowa City – http://goo.gl/maps/AiDUZ For More information: 319.621.0191 An evening of high dharma and inspiration a spiritual talk and multimedia presentation with Ganga, Tara and Jampa Dorje Ganga and Tara have lived in India for… Continue reading Seeds of Loving Kindness Tour in Iowa City on 11 November 2013

The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small

The latest advertisement from Buick (shown below) proclaims: “The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small.” The smaller is better message is increasingly finding its way into mainstream culture as a shifting undercurrent to the bigger is better mindset of another era. The description on Buick’s YouTube channel reads: “The age of the over-sized luxury… Continue reading The Next Big Thing in Luxury is Small

Primary Causes of Excessive Food Consumption Leading to Weight Gain and Obesity

Transcending the “Eat Less” Mentality. Simply put, ongoing weight gain is caused by consuming more calories than one is burning. For this reason, it’s common for doctors and well meaning family or friends to advise obese people to “just eat less.” However, this advise is of little use to a person who feels very hungry… Continue reading Primary Causes of Excessive Food Consumption Leading to Weight Gain and Obesity

AT&T Bigger is Better Campaign

AT&T recently launched an advertising campaign promoting the “Bigger is Better” message. Below is one of the videos from the campaign. At a time when we need to be living simpler, smaller, and more sustainably, this message seems to be in contrast to the shift toward living with less.

Islam – Introduction to Basic Teachings and Principles in the Quran

Summary. This document provides an introduction to basic teachings and principles of Islam as found in the Quran. The following is an excerpt from pages 397-400 of the Reformist Translation of the Quran. [PDF Source] Parallel Study. This list is provided as a study text for those seeking to find parallel teachings and ethical principles… Continue reading Islam – Introduction to Basic Teachings and Principles in the Quran