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The Difference Between Buddhism and Christianity, Part 2 of 15, Oct. 28, 1989, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

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The Difference Between Buddhism and Christianity, Part 2 of 15, Oct. 28, 1989, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

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The Difference Between Buddhism and Christianity, Part 1 of 15, Oct. 28, 1989, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

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The Difference Between Buddhism and Christianity, Part 1 of 15, Oct. 28, 1989, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

The United States has been blessed on many occasions by the loving presence of Supreme Master Ching Hai (vegan). Her deep affinity for the country reflects its openness to spiritual inquiry and its appreciation for universal values such as compassion, faith, and spiritual awakening. In 1989, in response to the heartfelt longing of sincere spiritual seekers, Master graciously traveled to the United

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Promoting Morality & Happiness: Selections from “Isis and Osiris” by Plutarch (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Promoting Morality & Happiness: Selections from “Isis and Osiris” by Plutarch (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Here Plutarch explains that many Greek philosophers traveled to Egypt to study their religion, which focuses on the Divine. “[…] This is still farther evinced from those voyages which have been made into Egypt by the wisest men among the Greeks, namely, by Solo, Thales Plato, Eudoxus, Pythagoras, and, as some say, even by Lycurgus himself, on purpose to converse with the priests. And we are

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Promoting Morality & Happiness: Selections from “Isis and Osiris” by Plutarch (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Promoting Morality & Happiness: Selections from “Isis and Osiris” by Plutarch (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today it is a pleasure to share selections from “The History of Isis and Osiris,” explanations by Plutarch (vegetarian), as recorded in the book “Legends of the Gods” by E. A. Wallis Budge, which explain how the religious rites and ceremonies of the Egyptians focus on promoting morality and happiness. The History of Isis and Osiris, With explanations of the same, collected by Plutarch, and supplem

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The Master – From “Leaves from St. John Chrysostom” by Saint John Chrysostom (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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The Master – From “Leaves from St. John Chrysostom” by Saint John Chrysostom (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Let’s continue with selections from Chapter 15, “The Archetype and the Type” in Part 1 of The King’s Highway of Leaves From St. John Chrysostom (vegetarian), which emphasizes the importance of doing good deeds and living a virtuous life.Chapter 15 The Archetype and the Type. (Homilies on the Epistle to the Philippians, xiii., vol. v., p. 136.) “Only have a brave spirit, and there is

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The Master – From “Leaves from St. John Chrysostom” by Saint John Chrysostom (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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The Master – From “Leaves from St. John Chrysostom” by Saint John Chrysostom (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today, it is a pleasure to share selections from Chapter 15, “The Archetype and the Type,” in Part 1 of The King’s Highway of Leaves St. John Chrysostom (vegetarian), which emphasizes the importance of looking for good deeds and a holy life when following a master. Chapter 15 The Archetype and the Type. (Homilies on the Epistle to the Philippians, xiii., vol. v., p. 136.) “The Apostl

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This Illusionary Life: Selections from the Taoist “Book of Lieh-Tzu,” Part 2 of 2

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This Illusionary Life: Selections from the Taoist “Book of Lieh-Tzu,” Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with passages from Book 3: Dreams in the ‘Book of Lieh-Tzu,’ written by the Venerated Enlightened Master Lieh Tzu (vegetarian), and translated by Lionel Giles, which highlight the illusory nature of life and the importance of finding salvation.BOOK 3 DreamsLao Ch’êng Tzu and the Venerable Yin Wên. “Lao Ch’êng Tzu went to learn magic from the

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This Illusionary Life: Selections from the Taoist “Book of Lieh-Tzu,” Part 1 of 2

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This Illusionary Life: Selections from the Taoist “Book of Lieh-Tzu,” Part 1 of 2

Today, it is a pleasure to share passages from Book 3: Dreams in the ‘Book of Lieh-Tzu,’ written by the Venerated Enlightened Master Lieh Tzu (vegetarian), and translated by Lionel Giles. Whereby King Mu of Chou realizes the illusionary nature of worldly pleasures. BOOK 3 Dreams “In the time of King Mu of Chou, there was a magician who came from a kingdom in the far west. He could pa

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God’s Creation: From the Jewish Holy Tanakh, Book of Genesis, Chapters 1–3, Part 2 of 2

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God’s Creation: From the Jewish Holy Tanakh, Book of Genesis, Chapters 1–3, Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with selections from Chapters 2 and 3 from the Book of Genesis. Chapter 2 details the Garden of Eden and God’s creation of Eve from one of Adam’s ribs. Chapter 3 details how the serpent tricked Eve into eating from the forbidden Tree of Knowledge; she later convinced Adam to eat from it too. Thus, when God found out, both had to leave the Garden of Eden. The First Book of Mo

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God’s Creation: From the Jewish Holy Tanakh, Book of Genesis, Chapters 1–3, Part 1 of 2

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God’s Creation: From the Jewish Holy Tanakh, Book of Genesis, Chapters 1–3, Part 1 of 2

Judaism’s history begins around 2000 BCE with the Covenant between God (Elohim) and Abraham (vegetarian). Over a thousand years later, as the Jewish faithful Believe, God's (Elohim’s) laws and commandments were revealed to the Prophet Moses (vegetarian) on Mount Sinai, forming the Torah, which is the first part of the Hebrew Bible. The Hebrew Bible, or Tanakh, and the ancient writings of the Talmu

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Be in the Divine Presence: From the Letters of Sri Aurobindo, Part 2 of 2

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Be in the Divine Presence: From the Letters of Sri Aurobindo, Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with selected writings by the Venerated Sri Aurobindo in His book, “Letters of Sri Aurobindo,” which explains how we can gain spiritual upliftment while working if we focus on the consciousness and Godward will behind our work. SECTION ONE SYNTHETIC METHOD AND INTEGRAL YOGA Place of Works in Integral Yoga “[…] Anyhow, your doubts whether works can lead to reali

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Be in the Divine Presence: From the Letters of Sri Aurobindo, Part 1 of 2

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Be in the Divine Presence: From the Letters of Sri Aurobindo, Part 1 of 2

Today, it is an honor to share selected writings by the Venerated Sri Aurobindo from His book, “Letters of Sri Aurobindo” which explains why we should love, surrender and be one with the Divine. The Object of Integral Yoga “The object of the Yoga is to enter into and be possessed by the Divine Presence and Consciousness, to love the Divine for the Divine’s sake alone, to be tuned in

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Peacemaking: Selections from the Hadith, Part 2 of 2

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Peacemaking: Selections from the Hadith, Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with selections from Book 53 of Sahih al-Bukhari, a collection of the Hadith compiled by Imam Muhammad al-Bukhari and translated by Dr. M. Muhsin Khan. Here, the Prophet’s teachings focus on reconciliation, mediation, and resolving disputes among people to attain peace and harmony. Book 53 Peacemaking Chapter 10 Should the Imam suggest reconciliation? Sahih al-

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Peacemaking: Selections from the Hadith, Part 1 of 2

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Peacemaking: Selections from the Hadith, Part 1 of 2

Today, it is an honor to share selections from Book 53 of Sahih al-Bukhari, a collection of the Hadith compiled by Imam Muhammad al-Bukhari and translated by Dr. M. Muhsin Khan. There teachings demonstrate the importance of promoting peaceful actions and emphasizing reconciliation. Book 53 Peacemaking Chapter 1 What has been said regarding (re)conciliation between the people “And the

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Living in a Harmonious Illusion: Selections of Tibetan Buddhism Texts by the Venerated Mipham Rinpoche (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Living in a Harmonious Illusion: Selections of Tibetan Buddhism Texts by the Venerated Mipham Rinpoche (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with “An Illusory Symphony,” by the Venerated Master Mipham Rinpoche, which details a debate between the waking and dreaming states and concludes that both are similar, as we live in an illusory world. An Illusory Symphony A Song of Debate Between Waking and Dream States “Having thus spoken, Supreme Wisdom bound Awake with the rope of mindfulness and handed it to Drea

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Living in a Harmonious Illusion: Selections of Tibetan Buddhism Texts by the Venerated Mipham Rinpoche (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Living in a Harmonious Illusion: Selections of Tibetan Buddhism Texts by the Venerated Mipham Rinpoche (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today, it is a pleasure to present “An Illusory Symphony,” by the Venerated Master Mipham Rinpoche, which details a debate between the waking and dreaming states and concludes that both are similar, as we live in an illusory world. An Illusory Symphony A Song of Debate Between Waking and Dream States “Oṃ svasti. I bow from the crown of my head to the noble deity Mañjushri! I shall no

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Selections from “The Diatessaron” by Tatian (vegetarian): Sections 34 – 66, Part 2 of 2

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Selections from “The Diatessaron” by Tatian (vegetarian): Sections 34 – 66, Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with selections from Sections 50 – 66 of the book “The Diatessaron” of Tatian, translated and edited by Reverend Samuel Hemphill, which focuses on the teachings and parables of Lord Jesus on faith and gratitude as well as the miracles He performed. 50. BLESSED IS THE WOMB THAT BARE THEE. “[A woman in the crowd praises Mother Mary:] Blessed is the womb that carried The

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Selections from “The Diatessaron” by Tatian (vegetarian): Sections 34 – 66, Part 1 of 2

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Selections from “The Diatessaron” by Tatian (vegetarian): Sections 34 – 66, Part 1 of 2

Today it is an honor to share selections from Sections 34 – 47 of the book “The Diatessaron” of Tatian, translated and edited by Reverend Samuel Hemphill, which focuses on the teachings and parables of Lord Jesus on having faith and gratitude as well as the miracles He performed. 34. FOXES HAVE HOLES. “[A scribe states:] I will come and follow Thee. [Lord Jesus replies:] Foxes have t

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On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

“Socrates concluded: ‘Then it follows from your own admissions, that virtue is doing what you do with a part of virtue; for justice and the like are said by you to be parts of virtue.’ Meno inquired further: ‘What of that?’ Socrates exclaimed: ‘What of that! Why, did not I ask you to tell me the nature of virtue as a whole? And you are very far from telling me this; but declare every action to be

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On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today it is a pleasure to share excerpts from “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian) translated by Benjamin Jowett. Here, Socrates and young Meno have a discussion on what virtue is. Discussion on Virtue “[…] Socrates pondered: ‘And, in your opinion, do those who think that they will do them good know that they are evils?’ Meno confirmed: ‘Certainly not.’ Socrates exclaimed: ‘Is it not obvious

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