Author name: Universal Enlightenment and Flourishing

Harmony in Diversity: Discovering Shared Themes in Body-Related Religious Beliefs

While most religious teachings caution against overindulging in bodily pleasures, they highlight the significance of the body as a vessel for the divine or the sacred spark. For instance, in Christianity, the Apostle Paul refers to the body as “the temple of the Holy Spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:19). This view emphasizes the sanctity of the […]

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Divine Presence in the Tempest

The journey towards a global understanding of religious wisdom, our shared heritage, often begins with small steps, like identifying connections between two or three traditions. When we find these commonalities, we establish a strong foundation. Sometimes, these parallels reveal themselves unexpectedly. For instance, in many Christian churches, the readings for Sunday, June 23, include two

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Understanding the Flawed Human Condition

Every year on June 27th, we celebrate the birthday of Helen Keller as a national holiday in the U.S. Keller overcame tremendous physical limitations, becoming the first blind and deaf person to earn a bachelor’s degree. Her tireless activism significantly improved awareness and accommodations for blind and deaf individuals, and others with physical disabilities. Reflecting

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