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Religion and SpiritualityWhat is the relationship between Religion and Spirituality?Page 1 of 2 Religion is essentially the massification of the belief that there is more than we may perceive through our senses. Most religions are based on the ideal of one or more superior powers, deities, or Gods. Religion ought to pull in the same direction as new age spirituality, ie the recognition of something bigger and the desire to live in greater harmony with whatever it might be... However, religion and the new age are frequently at loggerheads. Religion views the new age as a threat to its balance sheets, and the new age is fuelled considerably by distaste at the extent to which religions have been corrupted by and for the less noble desires of men. The articles which follow seek to provide a balanced view. What is Zen? Based on Wikipedia material this article presents an introduction to Zen, the ancient branch of Buddhism that emphasises direct experience over theorization. Religion and Spirituality by Lt Col RK Langar While religion can be taught or religious teachings imparted, spirituality can only be experienced... Everyday Spirituality: Life as Prayer By Dr. Stewart Bitkoff. Examines the basic difference between traditional religious form and spirituality offering various 'things to know, and things to do' while following a personal spiritual path. The Story of the Essenes - Jesus' Teacher by Doug Simpson. A small group of devoted and Divinely gifted members of the Essenes became aware that the birth of the long-awaited Savior was forthcoming. But first the birth of a Heavenly gifted teacher for the Messiah needed to occur 2 or 3 decades before the birth of this prophesied Savior. Edgar Cayce's Story of the Last Supper Doug Simpson on Edgar Cayce's Voluntary Reading 5749-1 given in trance in 1932 on the Last Supper. The Story of the Essenes - Twelve Maidens by Doug Simpson. With the birth and grooming of the Heavenly-anointed new leader of the Essenes, Judy, the most-gifted members of the Essene inner-circle were guided from Above to commence preparations for the birth of the Savior. For the Hindu mystical tradition, the ultimately real is to be found within each human person by Malgorzata Duszak. The Hindu mystical tradition offers a lot to the spiritual seekers who pursue a deeper connection with God and who desire to understand better their inner nature, the universe, and life in general. Questions and Answers on Spirituality presents commentary on a range of of hard-hitting spiritual issues from a range of religious perspectives. Edgar Cayce's Story of the Soul of John The Baptist by Doug Simpson. Was John the Baptist was the reincarnation of the prophet Elias/Elijah? Religion and Spirituality surveys the key beliefs of Christianity, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism and considers the significance of these faiths from a Spiritual perspective. The Gnostic Revolt Against the God of Judaism: a feature length article by Mark Gaffney about the Gnostic Demiurge and the "wisdom dialogue". It explores and explains the process of religious reform underway in Judaism during the last centuries BC that produced the final books of the Old Testament. The article also covers the subsequent Gnostic rebellion against Yahweh. This exciting material, passed over by Christian scholars is extremely relevant for our times. Cosmic Consciousness by Ali Nomad This free online ebook is a classic of New Thought and personal development, and a resource you will turn to again and again for many discoveries and inspiration. Death During Exorcism T Stokes writes on how exorcism is handled inappropriately by the Christian church. The Nature of God addresses the issues of whether God exists, and if so what He might be like. The Story of the Essenes - The Beginning by Doug Simpson. Edgar Cayce on the Essenes and how, for many centuries and with Heavenly guidance, preparations were slowly being set in place for the eagerly anticipated birth of the Messiah. The Christian Path attempts to reconcile the true essence of the Christian faith with new age beliefs. The Upanishads - Like this, As that R.J. Vigoda describes the Spiritual texts that constitute the core teachings of Vedanta, a school of early Hindu thought. The Meaning of Easter explores the essence and origins of this important Christian event. Buddhism for Busy People reviews David Michie's introduction to Tibetan Buddhism. The Vatican and New Rules T Stokes reviews Catholic church attitudes towards exorcism and New Age teachings. Kabbalah a five part introductory course from Bnei Baruch. Exorcism - Psychological or Paranormal T Stokes discusses the true nature of exorcism, describing a case in which paranormal phenomena definitely featured. Hermenuetics by T Stokes. Hermenuetics is the translation of the word of scripture, that is the law of religious ethics, into a form understood by the masses, and with any external imposed religion, it is subject to abuse... The Foundation of the Way by Dr. Stewart Bitkoff. The Foundation of the Way consists of 3 universal laws which take the form of actions and therefore have direction. These 3 laws constitute the framework upon which the Way is built. Religion - Good, Bad, Indifferent? Religious belief continues to play a major role in the modern world, but seems the root cause of much discord. What role should religion play in our Spiritual development? The Power of Prayer What is prayer? what is its purpose? and how might it help you? A Rape of Others Beliefs T Stokes on how the proposed tightening of the religious correctness laws in line with the existing laws on political correctness, has far reaching implications, not just for Britain. from Paranormal to Spiritual Heidi Hollis, Author of Jesus Is No Joke & Picture Prayers, Talks About Her personal Spiritual Journey. Exorcist Archbishop Excommunicated T Stokes on the excommunication of exorcist archbishop Milingo. The Real Meaning of Christmas asks what Christmas is really about and why western culture seems to be moving fruther from the unconditional love exemplified by Jesus. new age spirituality is compiled by abracad |