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- Spiritual Significance of Dhanteras Puja - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2016 from Āchary Kalki KrishnanIntroduction Dhanteras is the auspicious festival of Wealth (Dhanwantari Triodasi). Dhanteras Puja falls in the month of Kartik (Oct-Nov) on the 13th day of the dark fortnight. The name “Dhanteras“is formed from the union of the two words Dhan and Teras. “Dhan” meaning wealth and “teras” ...
Views: 2033(1 vote) - Diwali – The Grandest Of All Indian Festivals - by Submitted on May 09, 2012 from Collin DavisIndia is a country synonymous with festivals. The huge diversity in traditions, languages and cultures has led it being distinguished as the country that has the most number of festivals celebrated across the globe. Holi, Id, Nagpanchami, Buddh Purnima, Raksha Bandhan, Ganpati Visarjan, ...
Views: 2028 - Peeling Back the Onion of Religion - Understanding the ‘God’ Concept - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Harry Connor JrTruth All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident. -- Arthur Schopenhauer Truth is a funny thing. It is like an onion. The onion has a harder outside skin and a soft inside kernel, with ...
Views: 2023 - Interesting Facts about Hajar al-Aswad - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2017 from Umer FiazAccording to Islamic History, the famous stone Hajar al-Aswad came from Jannat and it was given to Prophet Ibrahim (may peace and blessings be upon him). He was given the command to place it at the corner of Holy Kaaba. According to the sayings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), when the stone first ...
Views: 2020 - Thomas Merton and Technology - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Robert BlakeThomas Merton’s thoughts on the impact of technology on western society are so well documented; even the casual Merton reader is likely to be familiar with them. In various letters, books, and essays, Merton stated that the reliance on technology in the west was interfering with the ability of ...
Views: 2017 - Buddhism beliefs simple technique for the freedom of troubling thoughts - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from GS VirkBeliefs of Buddhism is the spiritual philosophy to understand his individual life of man, the absolute life, consciousness and subtle problem of human suffering and human suffering that can be controlled based on meditation and conscious experience. It helps understand the metaphysics of the ...
Views: 2016(1 vote) - Islam and Temptation of Materialism - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2016 from Umer FiazThe life style of human beings of ancient was very different. They were totally different beings in all domains of life. if we compare today’s man with man of stone age, we would come across remarkable and different living styles. Those human beings were very natural. Their dress code, food, ...
Views: 2015 - The Opinions Of Non-Muslim Scholars Regarding Quran - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Hijab Al-FaisalAllah has provided mankind with two divine sources of guidance and direction. Through the revelation of holy books and the Prophets, Allah has provided mankind with an authentic and reliable source to understand the message of Allah. The books provided textual guidance whereas the Prophets ...
Views: 2011 - When Jesus "Flew Up into the Sky" - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2010 from David Robert OrdMillions think that Jesus literally flew up into the sky to God, who was working things like a puppet master from a place somewhere up there called heaven. They get the idea from the Gospel of Luke and its second volume, the Book of Acts. Both are actually one single work in two volumes, which ...
Views: 2008 - Alcohol Is a Major Sin - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from David BarterAyahs of Quran related to alcohol It is stated in the Quran: “They ask you regarding wine and gambling. Say, in both of them is major sin, and there is some benefit for men, but the sin of them is far greater than benefit” (Surah Baqarah) "O you who believe! Intoxicants, gambling, idolatry and ...
Views: 2003(1 vote) - True Worship: What It's All About, Really - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionGod is happy with us so long as we attend church regularly, sing psalms to praise Him, and donate to church activities...or is He? Does our church activities alone please God, or does He require something else from us? We can learn the answer to this question by seeing how God Himself feels ...
Views: 2002(1 vote) - You Are Blessed Despite Your Circumstances! - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2007 from Ann StewartAre you walking around with a frown on your face, tired and feeling sorry for yourself for the many disappointments in your life? Why would you do that if you know that you've already won the battles in your life? Maybe you don't yet realize it, but you are a winner. You are programmed for ...
Views: 2001 - Prophet, pundit or newsman – America’s Confusion - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Rev Michael BrescianiA simple scan of current events, a gander at the online or TV news will leave you reeling in disbelief. Never before have newsmen and reporters been so highly lauded for the work they do. Yet in the end it is like the adage; water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink. The nature of news ...
Views: 1999 - Muhammad and Islam (from 'The Story of God' by Dr Robert Winston) - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: Sharing Some More Information on Major Religions of the World: Muhammad and Islam (from 'The Story of God') Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): religion, religions, Islam, Muhammad, Robert Winston, religious tolerance, faith, beliefs, spirituality Web site: ...
Views: 1998 - Hypocrisy of Science and Religion - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2012 from Matthew PettiIf you believe that the religion versus science argument for human origins holds water, then you are forced to side with either of two biased and shortsighted conclusions. Who is preaching nonsense and who is not? The truth about anything unproven is subjective. The true nature of deception ...
Views: 1997 - More Power To You (Part 4) - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Gerrit van VuurenIn the previous three parts of this series, we discussed the source and direction of power available to Christians. We learnt that Jesus promised the Apostles that they would receive power from on high when the Holy Spirit falls on them, and saw that this actually happened just as Jesus ...
Views: 1996(1 vote) - God Brags, “Declaring the End from the Beginning”? Six Impending Events from the Book of Genesis - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2014 from Richard RuhlingGod Brags, “Declaring the End from the Beginning”? Six Impending Events from the Book of Genesis Summary: The Bible has a chiastic structure, like a chasm—we crawl into it on one side and up out of it with events in a mirror image of the way in. This article looks at how God “declares the end ...
Views: 1993 - Marriage should be easy! In Islam it can be - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieHIGH DIVORCE RATE In some countries the divorce rate has gone beyond the 50 per cent mark. What has happened? What should have been living happily ever after has turned into a complete disaster. PEOPLE ARE RUNNING SCARED Droves of people are now too scared to marry and adultery and ...
Views: 1993 - Interesting Facts about Holy Kaaba - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2017 from Umer FiazThere are many holy places of different religions which are highly respected by the followers of that religion. But undoubtedly the Holy Kaaba is considered as the most respected place in this world as each year millions of Muslims travel all the way from their relative places to visit Kaaba ...
Views: 1990 - The Rites of Umrah You Must Know - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2018 from Umer FiazThe act of Umrah is to know to cleanse one's soul from past committed sin. It is advice to offer Umrah more than one time in a lifetime so that it can act as a washing of the sins.Before setting off from home take gusal which means shower, offer 2 rakaats of traveling prayer. When going out of ...
Views: 1988 - Achieving Optimum Health - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2003 from Tim Ong"Optimum health is not just the absence of disease but the presence of wellness in mental, emotional, physical, spiritual and social areas. Some would also include financial health." Introduction: Optimum health is essential at all levels, from the individual to the society we live in to the ...
Views: 1983(1 vote) - 12 Encouraging Bible Verses About Faith - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Nate AtkinsFaith is incredibly important to the Christian walk. Aside from the fact that it is our faith in Jesus Christ that saves us from eternal death, it also opens the doors for the gifts of the spirit; healing, miracles, casting out of demons and evil spirits and many more. There are many times in ...
Views: 1975(1 vote) - Hajj For Kids - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Nabil KunwarThis most important act in a Muslim’s life, and one of the Five Pillars of Islam, does not have to be an adults-only pilgrimage. Although it is recommended that very young children and infants do not go on the Hajj, because of vulnerability to infection and sunburn, older kids can accompany a ...
Views: 1975 - Hellfire Does Not Exist - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2010 from Father Billy ClarkNo, hellfire does not exist but hell does. Torture by fire does not exist as you can only guess how this does not apply since there is only a God of Love. There is only separation from Father, that is the true hell. Hell does exist, hellfire does not! We have been redeemed by Jesus Christ, by ...
Views: 1970 - Shake it off and step up - by There was a farmer who had an old mule. The mule fell into a deep dry well and began to cry loudly. Hearing his mule cry, the farmer came over and assessed the situation. The well was deep and the mule was heavy. He knew it would be difficult, it not impossible, to haul the animal out.
Because ...
Views: 1965 - How to Follow your Wildest Dreams through Faith - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2007 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Follow your Wildest Dreams through Faith (from Inspirational Books by Dr NV Peale - Updated) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): NV Peale, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiration, Dreams, Faith Web Sites: http://www2.webng.com/writernz and ...
Views: 1960 - The Book of Revelations Part 1 - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2010 from Francois Janse van RensburgThe Book of Revelations For the past decades many people were lead astray by false doctrines and religions. Fear and superstition overwhelmed and blindfolded many believers and kept them away from the true power and knowledge of Jesus Christ. I believe the reason for all this madness is, ...
Views: 1959(1 vote) - How Seek Happiness And Peace In Islam - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2016 from Umer FiazSeek Happiness And Peace In Islam Happiness means to seek pleasure. it is the flora of every person to seek happiness. Some people attempt to seek substantial happiness in this world away from belief, thinking that this is the true contentment. But this kind of happiness will be throve by ...
Views: 1957 - The Summer Soltice - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2009 from Kristin OlsenJoin me as we explore the Way of the Celts, land of myth and fantasy. The Celts had some interesting views surrounding the changing of the seasons. Let us delved into some ideas and concepts surrounding the turning of the year, rebirth, renewal and revitalization. The Ancient Celts believed ...
Views: 1957 - What Makes Us Whole - by Have you ever wondered why medical doctors are among the wealthiest professionals?
Have you ever thought why people so often buy into any new method, product or a technic that promises health?
The answer is evident: There is something in all of us that longs for wholeness. Whether consciously ...
Views: 1955 - Lost In Translation - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from Kelly BallardWe joined a liberal Christian Church years ago and I have been participating in a Bible study group for the past three years there. I guess it was my curiosity that first drew me to the Bible a very long time ago. I did not attend church as a child . My mother described herself as a ...
Views: 1953(1 vote) - How did christening gowns come to existence? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from George PetersonThe christening ceremony or the baptism is one of the major rituals that the Christians follow. On this day the parents of the infant make a commitment to the officials of the church. However, it is being celebrated in a very unique way nowadays compared to how it was carried out before. The ...
Views: 1952 - When in a tight corner think, act and pray. 7 LESSONS TO FREEDOM - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWHEN IN A TIGHT CORNER PUT ON YOUR THINKING CAP! BAD FAITH Queen Shahrazad, exciting storyteller of the epic One Thousand and One Nights, related a series of stories about faith, trust and true friendship and our how our doubts can sour all relations. When lack of trust is stronger than ...
Views: 1952 - Can Science Detect the Divine Soul? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2019 from Daniel FriedmannThe Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) Has science detected it or measured it? Science is actually still grappling with the definition of consciousness, never ...
Views: 1951(1 vote) - Jesus is the SON OF GOD! The Buddha was, ho hum, merely a man - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from E. (anagarika eddie) Raymond RockThere have been occasions when I have been told that “Jesus is the Son of God and the Buddha was just a man, therefore, the Buddha is a false prophet.” Okay, I respect everybody’s freedom to voice their opinion. I also know how views and opinions are formed, and why they become so entrenched. ...
Views: 1944(1 vote) - Just What is the Pastor's Role, Anyway? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2010 from J. Val HastingsAt every church, there is usually a Board of Directors or some other governing body that hires the pastor, creates a job description and a set of expectations for that pastor, and evaluates how the pastor is doing in their role. These expectations are laid out to the pastor, of course, but ...
Views: 1944(1 vote) - More Power To You (Part 6) - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Gerrit van VuurenWe now reach the climax of this series of articles on Christian Spiritual power. As we saw in the previous article, the power of the Holy Spirit works through believers because of the authority of the name of Jesus. When the sons of Sceva tried to rebuke evil spirits ‘in the name of the Jesus ...
Views: 1944 - More Power To You (Part 5) - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Gerrit van VuurenWe are now proceeding to the climax of this series of articles on the power of God in us. As we have seen in previous parts, the power comes from God, through the Holy Spirit, after we repent of our sins and receive the salvation of Jesus Christ. Having the power of God is not for personal use ...
Views: 1939 - Actions and their Practical Essence in Islam - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2016 from Umer FiazThere is no uncertainty that life is very little period of our life in which we contribute vigorous role and serve others is even smaller. Our semi age devotes in sleeping, eating, traveling so only half share of our trip is accessible to perform spiritual, national and domestic ...
Views: 1937 - A Book "Review": Building Bridges: Christianity and Islam (by Fouad Elias Accad) - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Book "Review": Building Bridges: Christianity and Islam (by Fouad Elias Accad) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category/Key words/ Tags: Building Bridges: Christianity and Islam , Fouad Elias Accad, Religion, Islam, Jesus, Faith, Beliefs, Peace, Spiritual, Spiritual Growth, ...
Views: 1930 - What are Prayer Flags? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerWhile many have the impression that Buddhism is a religion not known for its icons and symbols, this is not an accurate assessment. There are many components to the worship of Buddhism that are integrated into its worship. One such item is that of the prayer flag. In fact, so common is the ...
Views: 1930 - Some Miracles of The Quran - 7 - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2008 from Harun YahyaRAIN IN MEASURED AMOUNTS Another item of information provided in the Qur'an about rain is that it is sent down to Earth in "due measure." This is mentioned in Surat az-Zukhruf as follows: It is He Who sends down water in measured amounts from the sky by which We bring a dead land back to life. ...
Views: 1922(1 vote) - What Is a Christian Mezuzah? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2018 from Sandy SchneiderIn the Judaism, the mezuzah is a ubiquitous symbol. Even in secular households, it's common to see the decorative case affixed upon doorways. Inside the case is a piece of parchment paper with a sacred Jewish prayer. "And thou shalt write them upon the doorposts of thy house and upon thy ...
Views: 1920 - Judicial Impartiality in Islam - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2016 from Umer FiazConcerning the management of justice, the Holy Quran declares, Confidently We have revealed the Book to you with fact so that you may judge between persons by means of what Allah Almighty has trained you. And be not one beseeching the cause of the untruthful. The stanza put down that ...
Views: 1913 - Are Humans Built for Self-Growth? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2019 from Daniel FriedmannWhat does the Bible and science say about our unique human capabilities? The Bible says we have a divine soul: “the LORD God formed man from the dust of the earth. He blew into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living being.” (1) What does science say about our soul? ...
Views: 1907 - Making a Difference in an Indifferent World - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2003 from Robert NajemyWe live in troubled times where our peace and safety are often in danger. Most feel helpless and unable to affect the unfolding events in our present world. And yet many are uniting their minds, energy and actions in order to create a peaceful and safe world with dignity for all. Some groups ...
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