Letting it go in four steps
Inevitably, frustrations occur in life. They can vary from mild to infuriating, and they always leave a mark. Memories of these slights – real or merely perceived – taint your …
Origins of Christmas
Atheists should celebrate Christmas in the same way that Christians should celebrate it: as a pagan holiday with dark and disturbing roots. Christmas is a perfect example of the flexibility, …
Being in the Now Moment
God is the space between the words. It’s the space between the bars that holds the tiger. It’s the space between the notes that makes the music. This says so …
Religion Tradition Reason Faith
Due to the tendency people have to believe in “something,” and the struggle to simultaneously maintain an educated and rational approach to reality, faith may sometimes seem foolish. Facts, concepts …
Karma and Grace
How do karma and grace relate to one another? Initially, it would seem that karma and grace are opposing principles in the universe. After all, karma is law, and grace …
Runes Explained
The ancient origins of runes are shrouded in a secret past, but the practice of reading them has experienced a popular revival. Runes are a sacred writing system used throughout …
Attention through Meditation
These days, ADD and ADHD run rampant in the United States. I, myself, have ADD but have recently found a bit of hope in the concept of meditation. Buddha taught …
The Arts of Zen Explained
The art forms associated with the practice of Zen Buddhism are a way of approaching the artisan’s role in the totality of their existence. To practice Zen is to achieve …
Why are Atheists So Curious about Religion
Atheists are curious about religion simply because they are intelligent, and can’t imagine how someone could suspend their miraculous gift of intelligence and devote their lives to the confined space …
What Draws an Atheist to Religion
Why are atheists so curious about religion? Asking the question “Why are atheists so curious about religion?” is like asking, “Why are religious people so curious about atheism?” This is …
The Three Universal Characteristics in Buddhism
If and when practicing Buddhism, you will come across various principles grouped together. Examples are the: Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, Three Poisons (if you are studying Tibetan Buddhism), Ten …
Theism non Belief Agnostic Argument of Evil Godless
If you were to ask a random group of individuals what an atheist is, you would probably get the standard answer; they don’t believe in (a) God and are not …
Living a Good Life without God
I think too many people count on the fear of God making them live better lives. We see where that has gotten us. I was raised as Roman Catholic but …
Jesus, the Easter Bunny, and the Vernal Equinox
Easter may bring one of several images to mind. The image of Christ resurrected to atone for our sins, a bouquet of lovely lilies, or a man dressed in a …
What is the Tibetan Wheel of Life
The Bhavacakra, or Tibetan Wheel of Life, is a graphic depiction of Tibetan Buddhism’s philosophy of existence. Although there are several versions of the Wheel of Life, the symbols maintain …
Mercy Passages in the Bible
Mercy is one of the reoccurring themes in the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Mercy means to show compassion for an offender or a person in distress. Mercy is illustrated …
Hebrew Names for Girls
If you are of the Hebrew faith, you may want to give your newborn child a name in accordance to the religion. Today, depending on what part of the world …
Karma Law of Karma Disaster and Karma
A famous actress recently made a mistake. She let slip her idea of karma meant that a horrific natural disaster with a high death toll was an act of divine …
The Prophets of Islam
Allah has created man with the soil. When Allah created the first man Adam (A.S), He orders all of his angles to put down their heads against Him. All of …
Ten Reasons for Embracing Atheism
While many people still believe atheism, or the rejection of the belief in any sort of deities, is a sin, this is becoming an attractive option for many people. There …
Origins of Easter traditions
Every year, Christians around the world celebrate Easter to remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Christians believe that through his resurrection, Jesus defeated death and sin and offers …
Is Religion what you Make of it
When I think about religion the first thing that comes to mind is, here we go, some controversy or someone saying “without my faith I wouldn’t be anywhere”. Well, where …
The Sequence of Holy Days in Jewish Life and Practice
Celebrating the Zionist Festival Jerusalem-It’s the 29th of Cheshvan, not a particularly noteworthy day for most Jews in the world. But for Jews from Ethiopia, this date has long been …
The Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism
Ashtamangala, Sanskrit for Eight Auspicious, are symbols that point to qualities of mind. They are also referred to as bkra-shis-rtags brgyad. The symbols are supposed to bring good fortune when …
Reasons for Atheism
The Psychology of Atheism The question of whether a god or higher power exists is one of the most debated topics on our planet. With the formation of organized religion, …
Athiesm not the way to go
I am an atheist. I’m proud of it…but not arrogant about it. I used to think that atheism was the next step in our evolution as a human race. The …
Religion and Violence in Northern Ireland a Personal Experience
It is a sad fact of life, with a huge raft of historical evidence for support, that much violence has occurred as a result of religion. Or rather, in my …
What you Call Atheism I Call Spiritual Maturation
I want to show you something that has the power to change the world of religion as we know it. And what it is, is a corruption of spirit and …
Reflections Religion through the Eyes of this Atheist
So who is to blame? It’s no secret to anyone that man has a very dark past, and it’s nothing we can change or run from. The human race is …
Assessing the Theory of Reincarnation
I’ve been thinking about souls. Where did we come from and where are we going? I’ve been thinking about this because as I move through life, I’ve come to realize …
Overview of the different Hanukkah Traditions
In every tradition there is an interpretation that resonates deep within our souls. The tradition of the menorah is one of those. No one shares the same belief or interpretation …
How to do Zen Meditation
These are the basics of Zen meditation; you will have to adjust and customize them to fit your life, your home, your schedule, and so on. Zen is a combination …