Life’s true meaning
There is a meaning to all of life. This is what we want to think. This is something that has been debated for many centuries. Various people think differently on …
Christopher Hitchens Confronts Cancer
It’s been said that there are no atheists in foxholes. One might add death row and chemotherapy wards to this list places where people are eager to find that old-time …
How to live a Practical Christian Life.
When one speaks of practical Christian living, they think of something that is tangible and has direct application to how they are living today. Thus, one thinks “relevant.” But the …
The Vision Quest as a Native American Rite of Passage
My vision quest experience starts with a decision. You see my family with whom I lived within Arizona were planning on moving back to our home state Texas. I knew …
A look at Pagan Symbols and their Meaning
Pagan symbols are actually quite interesting and controversial as well. There is a confusion between many people as to what is Pagan and what is Wiccan; however, some are very …
Buddhism Precepts
In Buddhism, a precept is a principle or inner virtue by which an enlightened individual lives and conducts one’s self. Mahayana Buddhists, in addition to the ten grand precepts, also …
The Bible from an Atheist Perspective
Bible from a non-theist perspective To examine the Bible from a non-theist perspective is to examine it from an academic perspective without attempting to attribute its authorship to a supernatural …
Non Attachment Dharma Buddhism Contemplative Spirituality
We often talk about the path of non-attachment a central concept found in the Perennialist teachings of Buddha Sakyamuni and Rav Yeshua (Jesus the Nazarene). In order to actually release …
All Children are Born Atheists
It has been a very controversial topic but the whole controversy boils down to the fact that people are not clear about the definitions of terms and whether atheism is …
Story of the Prophet Lut
Allah has sent many messengers to different tribes and nations. All of the messengers are humans, not angles. Among all of them, one Prophet Lut (p.b.u.h) had sent toward one …
The Festival of Holi
Holi, the festival of colors is the most fun-filled festival of the Hindus. It’s an occasion that brings with it lots of joy and fun, music and dance and of …
Why believers are to obey the Great Commission
If the question was raised, “What is the Great Commission?,” it could be answered that the Great Commission is the command given by Christ Himself as recorded in Matthew 28:19-20 …
The Ten Good Deeds in Buddhism
Buddhism’s “Ten Good Deeds” or “Ten Wholesome Deeds” are somewhat different and similar to the “Ten Meritorious Acts.” If you become familiar with Buddhism’s “Five Precepts,” then you should be …
Explaining Jewish Kosher Dietary Laws
The kosher dietary laws of Judaism aren’t that much different from the dietary laws that of the Islamic faith. One source says that kosher isn’t a style of cooking. Any …
Siddhartha Gautama the first Teaching
The first teaching of Buddha, the transformed Siddhartha Gautama is when the “Enlightened One” explained the truths he learned and the fundamentals of Buddhism. This was his first sermon with …
Why virginity is important to keep?
Virginity is a blessing and something to have, so as to give and share with someone special and decent. It is important to keep one’s virginity, for someday you will …
Most proper to God is to exist: Finest answer ever given to the question “Does God exist?”
The question ‘Does God exist?’ seems to have been present in every culture and philosopher. There is one philosopher however who can be singled out as the thinker whose remarks …
Hinduism Characteristics and Attributes of Brahma
Meaning of symbols in Hinduism When we see any of the Hindu Gods pictures as statues, we see all sorts of things in their hands. There is more in it …
The heritage of the Essenes
Dead Sea Scrolls and the Essenes In 1946, the origin of the newly discovered Dead Sea Scrolls was attributed to the authorship of the Essenes, who has become known around …
The Ten Meritorious Deeds in Buddhism
The ten meritorious deeds of Buddhism serve as a guide for a person who seeks a happy and peaceful life. It guides by developing knowledge and understanding of the person …
Hinduism Characteristics and Attributes of Shiva
“SHIV” is the real word not “SHIV + A” and in Vedic terms it means “only formless, omnipresent and almighty God”. Many religious leaders of this world argue that Hinduism …
The Origin of Life in the Celtic Faith
Origins Overview of the story of origin: Through time eternal there have been the four forces in the universe. These forces are personified as the Gods Fire and Wind, and …
Scriptural Solutions for those Who Worry
The Bible has much to say on the subject of worry. Jesus, in particular, spoke often of the dangers of worry and what can be done to avoid it. Worrying …
Tulsi the Courtyard Plant and its Significance
Tulsi the Indian Basil plant often grown in the courtyards of Hindu families is a revered symbol of worship in the Hindu religious tradition. The name ‘Tulsi’ connotes “the incomparable …
The History and Significance of Zen Gardens
Zen philosophies come from Mahayana Buddhism. The word “Zen” means meditation. The goal in Zen is to reach enlightenment through focused thinking. Zen gardens provide a place well suited for …
The Universal Consciousness
HONOR THIS MOMENT Before you begin your day: Honor each sacred moment with a deep inhale, exhale and just let go. Begin to connect with the inner self and calm …
Biographies Holy Prophet Pbuh
An important figure in a lifetime of the Islamic world Muhammad{peace be upon him]the messenger or prophet of God the Almighty. He was the chose one and was given the …
Religion and Violence
Religion does not lead to violence. It is only certain followers of religious leaders that foment violence. The teachers of every major religion have preached and practiced peace. It is …
Laws of Magic Threefold Balance and Reciprocity
When working with spiritual energy, one must understand the laws of the universe governing spiritual energy. These laws cannot be changed and rarely are they bent; therefore, we must abide …
Why are Atheists so Curious about Religion
I consider myself agnostic, with a slight lean towards atheism. I don’t necessarily believe that any gods or spiritual deities exist, but I also don’t outright deny the possibility of …
How Muslim Americans Observe Ramadan in the US
The basic traditions of the holy month of Ramadan are observed in the US, just as they would be done in any Muslim country around the globe. Ramadan, the ninth …
Finding Jewish Singles in your Area
“When are you getting married?” This single-phase is the bane of my existence. How about “when I find the one”? But where? While matchmakers have been made infamous by “Fiddler …