Category: Commentary
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Interfaith: A Sufi Perspective
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Having a front row seat to the inner workings of evangelical church system, I came to a conclusion early on, that power and control were the basic aspects at work. In my search for Truth, I found that many spiritual groups outside of Christianity, also had the same power struggle.…
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Faith
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While taking an online course from a Sufi group, the issue of faith came up. Faith has come up several times in the past few years and I have a very strong resentment to the word. I suppose I have history with zealots who used control on me, all in…
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Love, the Eternal Bridge
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When we’re children, the accusation of being in love brings a humiliating smirk. We’re programmed to be ashamed of love. “Oh his mommy gave him a hug!” or “Look who got a Valentines!” No matter the context, love is almost always viewed as an embarrassment. To counter it, masculine energy,…
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Money Matters vs. Caring for Others
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Over the past few years, the state of California has gone through a slew of changes and allowances for price increases. Virtually every utility has increased prices on me, at least 30%. Recently my car insurance went up 42%, and I had no accidents/claims. I was able to talk to…
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Karma and Emptiness
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My first introduction to Karma was not from a Western source or study, but rather from the East. I had become a Buddhist in a Tibetan style of Buddhism. After taking my Buddhist vows I was instructed in various teachings, including the Buddhist view of Karma and Emptiness. While the…
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Addressing Failure: Wronging Others
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As long as you recognize your error, you are still within the reach of the Higher’s embrace. No matter who you offended, what was said, if regret is felt then hope remains. “I have been with you so long, I would not leave for account of failure on your part,”…
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Talking with Trees
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Sometimes, with an open heart, and still mind, nature will reveal a hidden conversation. Several times in the past week I had moments where I was in my car and noticed the lovely trees. I was contemplating problems and then, looking upon the trees I felt the answer. I realized…