Color in Symbol and Ritual
The Significance of Color in Symbol and Ritual As many color therapists, interior decorators and New Age Professionals will tell you, color affects us on a deeper level than just …
Atheism and Feminism
“All religions thus far have taught the headship and superiority of man, the inferiority and subordination of woman. Whatever new dignity, honor, and self-respect the changing theologies have brought to …
An Atheist Examination of the Bible
Hopefully, this brief article will encourage others to study the Bible and learn for themselves the truth of what the Bible really teaches. The Bible is true. Not one prophecy …
Pondering Israels Law of Return
Not that long ago, Rabbi Shlomo Amar tried to force a change in Israel’s Law of Return which would have made it much more difficult for many people wishing to …
Atheist being one Sided
I’ve always been called thick-headed and one-sided about things since I’m an atheist, but believing in religion sounds much more like what I am accused of. Believing in false hopes …
How to Deal with Dogma
Christians are not evil. They merely have another way that they try to use to be good. When one has been taught something without the aid of discovering it for …
How to choose to have peace of mind
In an article entitled “The Happiness Quotient: Achieving Peace of Mind” author Justis Chase advises that “The truth is that it’s not the outside events but rather what we do …
Modern Muslim Fatwas Religious Orders Issued Leaders Islam Fueling Islamic – No
Muslum Fatwas In Modern Times I have noted that most of the articles concerning the no vote treated the so-called fatwas of a few to represent most of the Earth’s …
Can Intelligent Design be Considered a Science
The fact that there is by definition no atheist who believes in intelligent design already confirms that anyone who believes in intelligent design has already sacrificed a great deal of …
How Religion can Lead to Violence
Religion is a very, very ancient idea. In fact, it goes back to the dawn of man and has been a part of our existence since the very beginning. It’s …
Jewish Culture in America Today
“I have a business proposition for you.” Amit’s Israeli accent was thick and I was having trouble understanding him over the phone. I pushed the little piece of plastic further …
Sikhism Theory and Origins
The founder of the Sikh religion was ironically born into a Hindu family; his name was Guru Nanak Dev Ji. He became the disciple responsible for spreading the truth, word …
Reason and Logic are the Cornerstones of Atheism – Atheism
I feel atheism is the most logical approach because until there is no evidence of something existing, why search? I know many theists will point to the “divine order of …
Zen Koan Sun Face Buddha Moon Face Buddha
Roshi is sick as a dog. A Zen monk inquires with great concern, “How is your health these days?” Roshi answers, “Sun Face Buddha, Moon Face Buddha!” Pointer: A Sun …
Christianity is a living faith
To love God with your whole heart and to see his handiwork everywhere is a part of what Christianity is all about. When you love, you don’t want to cause …
Valentine’s Day and Christianity: Absolutely Relevant for Building Healthy Relationships
As Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, Christians around the world are contemplating whether to participate in the celebration of Love. As with other Holidays, which do not surround themselves in …
Elijah’s Cup Anticipating Messiah
To Jewish people, Elijah’s cup at the Passover Seder dinner symbolizes an expectant hope for the coming of Elijah to announce the Messiah. Observant Jews practice the Passover Seder each …
Children of Buddha
The Buddha was born Prince Siddhartha of a kingdom in India and had grown disillusioned with the life of riches and privilege that he had been born into. While riding …
The role of the evangelist in the Great Commission
The basis for The Great Commission is in the following scriptures: Matthew 28:16-20, Mark 16:14-18, Luke 24:44-49, John 20:19-23, and Acts 1:4-8. The scriptures contain the instruction Jesus Christ gave …
Buddhism Five Precepts Vegan Vegetarian
In typical Buddhism, there are five precepts, or rules, that the Buddhist willingly takes upon him or herself. Everyone from the average laymen to monastic Buddhists, to the Dalai Lama …
Validating Atheism
Why should an atheist have to validate anything? If you think about it, this whole concept is absurd. Why should an atheist have to “validate” anything, when it’s the claims …
Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
There are many reasons to learn meditation techniques. For non-Buddhists, meditation can be used to achieve physical and mental health and a sense of calmness and relaxation. Within the Buddhist …
The Accomplishments of King David
He was born son of Jesse and became known as the fearless shepherd boy slayer of giants (Goliath). Young David learned the value of true friendship from Jonathon, son of …
Atheism is a Religion
Popular New Atheist writers and their followers usually maintain that atheism is simply the lack of belief in God (or gods) and that, therefore, atheism is emphatically not a position, …
Positive, Cost-free ways to Help your Church
Even if you do not have a lot of money to give, there are lots of ways you can serve your faith community. Every member of the body of Christ …
Why did Jesus weep?
The shortest verse in the Bible is simple: Jesus wept. Many people know this little piece of Bible trivia but often fail to grasp the context and the deeper meaning …
Jesus fulfills the law
Most people generally live by some kind of moral code regardless of its believed origin. Most of the time Christians are also striving to do what they believe to be …
Vulnerability is building a bridge to a loving relationship
Being vulnerable is akin to opening up yourself for hurt. No one wants to feel the pain of hurt. Those hurts, however, might offer you a valuable lesson in life …
Zen and Mind and that Song that goes i got my Mind Set on you i got my Mind Set on you
Zen and mind – opposites? No, the same thing? Not really. Well, you can’t comprehend zen with your mind, but zen would naturally “include” mind……but because there is nothing to …
Is Religion for the Weak
A sensitive topic like this always requires a bit of an introduction or disclaimer, whatever you want to call it. First of all, I want to establish that I am …
The betrayal of Jesus
The name Judas is one that has become synonymous with betrayal. Judas is likely the best-known traitor in human history because of his actions with Jesus of Nazareth. The gospels …
Jewish History and Faith Models for Overcoming Suffering
Go back in time, and you won’t be able to disagree with me. We have been slaves, we have been killed, we have been driven from our lands and much …