The Life of a Layman
Full salvation is not possible for the layman unless, as the end approaches, he takes the vow of old age, containing the promise to die by voluntary self-starvation. And, according to the Digambaras, it is never possible for a woman unless she is first of all reborn as a man.
Jainism recognizes four sources of karma:
•Attachment to things of this life, such as food, clothing, lodging, women and jewels;
•Giving rein to anger, pride, deceit…
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Celebrating Mothering Sunday with Gaia, our Beloved Earth Mother
Celebrating Mothering Sunday with Gaia, our Beloved Earth Mother
On 17th March 2013, we, the Children of Gaia and the Supreme, hope to celebrate Mothering Sunday by presenting Gaia…
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A Jew calls for 850 Million Hindus to assert themselves
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COMPASSION FOR ALL BEINGS
A natural corollary to nonviolence is jiva daya or compassion towards all, the importance of which cannot be emphasized enough in today's 'eye-for-an-eye' world. As DR Singhvi says in The Jain Declaration on Nature: "Ancient Jain texts explain that it is the intention to harm, the absence of compassion, that makes an action violent. Without violent thought there could be no violent action. When violence enters our thoughts, we remember Mahavir's…
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The following are a few of the many many spiritual benefits that are typically gained by those those who holy pray the rosary on a regular basis:
•Creates fulfillment and meaning in your life.
•Helps you understanding your life's purpose.
•Brings you closer to Veetaa raag God and allows Him to actively help you in your life.
•Improves discernment and the gives you a better ability to know right from wrong.
•Increases your empathy, compassion, and tolerance…
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The following are a few of the many many spiritual benefits that are typically gained by those those who holy pray the rosary on a regular basis:
•Creates fulfillment and meaning in your life.
•Helps you understanding your life's purpose.
•Brings you closer to Veetaa raag God and allows Him to actively help you in your life.
•Improves discernment and the gives you a better ability to know right from wrong.
•Increases your empathy, compassion, and tolerance…
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Dear soul here we found mainly ten benefits others will receive from having a good relationship with you
1. Trust
2. Acceptance
3. Support
4. A Kind Ear
5. Understanding
6. Someone to Call On When You Need a Hand
7. Referrals and References
8. Share and Celebrate
9. Reduce Stress
10. Happiness and Satisfaction
Did you notice that the list was exactly the same?
The strongest and best relationships are made…
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Celebrating is an effective way to anchor your efforts in positive emotions. More approval brings increased motivation to continue taking action. Increased action creates even more reasons for giving yourself approval. It’s a beautiful arrangement
In every culture, nation, and religion there are special times set aside to celebrate life or some significant event. We generally refer to these special times as holidays. Have you ever wondered why people get so excited about holidays…
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A peace pole is a pole engraved or painted with a message of peace, usually "May Peace Prevail on Earth,"
that is then placed in an important historical or religious place.
You can adapt the activity and the materials needed for any age, making a keepsake that will remind children to love and respect one another.
When your base paint dries, write your phrase onto your peace poles using a pencil and stencil letteres
When you allow peace flow around the…
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Warm heartedness and peace
Warm heartedness and peace
Peace has much to do with warm-heartedness and respect for the lives of others
Kemetic Federation and Faith
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True compassion brings with it
True compassion brings with it
Kemetic thought for the day
True compassion brings with it the dispelling of internal tensions, a state of calmness and serenity.
Barry
Pharaoh & Spiritual leader of the Kemetic Faith & Federation
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Together with material development, we need spiritual development
Together with material development, we need spiritual development
Kemetic thought for the day
Together with material development, we need spiritual development so that inner peace and social harmony can be experienced.
Barry
Pharaoh & Spiritual leader of the Kemetic Federation & Faith.
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Our interactions with our neighbors
Our interactions with our neighbors
Kemetic thought for the day
When in our interactions with our neighbors we are open and sincere in everything we say and think and do, people have no need to fear us.
Barry
Pharoah & Spiritual leader of the Kemetic Federation & Faith
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The most compassionate form of giving is
The most compassionate form of giving is…
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A compassionate attitude opens our inner door
A compassionate attitude opens our inner door…
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