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Posts about religion, skepticism, and how it fits into the scientific world.

Rituals and Significance of Aadi Velli
The Holy Month of Aadi Aadi is the fourth month in the Tamil calendar, which corresponds to the period mid-July-mid-August. This month sees many religious festivals and observances like Aadi Pirappu, Aadi Amavasya, Aadi Perukku, Aadi Velli, Varalakshmi Pooja, Aadi Chevvai, Aadi Krithigai, etc. But though it is a holy month, Hindus do not perform any auspicious functions like marriages, Valaikappu, launching new ventures, etc., during this month.
By AstroVed4 years ago in Futurism
God’s Version of Philanthropy
Human beings love to give to those that are less fortunate than they are. The reason we do not see more of this is that we find out that many of those to ask for help are not actually in need. One of our biggest concerns, when we try to be philanthropic, is that we will not find the right ministry or the right people to invest in. This sometimes causes those who have the most to give away to stop giving altogether. There is always an excuse about some terrible story of some unethical nonprofits that stole someone’s money. What is left out is that philanthropy is full of wonderful people who are dedicating their life, at a great personal sacrifice, to serving people and God. The largest majority of them are focused on trying to get their dollars to touch the most lives possible.
By Dale Sutherland4 years ago in Futurism
Is it a dream or is it real?
Is real life or is this just fantasy? Dreams are something we all have. How can you tell if it is just a dream or is it something more? You're asking yourself, what are you getting at? As a practicing Wicca, I have analyzed my own dreams for years. Now this isn't just one of those stories about how the things in our dreams are represented. This is my how to guide to tell when your dreams are something more than the normal dream.
By MaryBeth Calahorrano4 years ago in Futurism
Rabbi Aryeh Cohen Minneapolis: Jewish Tradition in Modern Life
Jewish culture is rich with stories and traditions that help us grow as people and make sense of the world. How can we take these invaluable resources and use them to enrich our own lives? Our most basic desire is to be true to ourselves, to live a life that reflects who we are and how we want to live. But how can we do this in a world that constantly tries to tell us who we are, where we belong, and what we should believe? Jewish tradition has wonderful ideas about being authentic, fair-minded individuals in a chaotic world. It also has some great truths about current events that impact our daily lives. When used responsibly—and with an open mind—these teachings can be a source of comfort, inspiration, and self-improvement.
By Rabbi Aryeh Cohen4 years ago in Futurism
Goddess Manifestation Secrets by Diane Hope
Have you ever been embarrassed in a circumstance when you were abused? If you’re in this scenario right now, unable to attain your maximum potential and lacking self-confidence, you must purchase goddess manifestation secrets. You must not think you are powerless. It should not be the case. You may live life to the fullest, attracting and manifesting all you desire.
By Imprint Manifestation4 years ago in Futurism
Quantum Manifestation Code Review
Well, whether you believe it or not, some power in this universe assists you to reduce all the hurdles and hardships in life and assists you to stay tough during the journey. It doesn't matter if you are fighting with an emotional problem or physical, Lord Jesus is the key to all your problems. His great words can make you more powerful enough to handle anything in life.
By Imprint Manifestation4 years ago in Futurism
8 Things We Should Know About Tibetan Prayer Flags Before Hanging Them Up
Those Nepal prayer flags you’ve hung at your desk and on your bike are not just some fancy accessory. Everything right from the color to the words on the flags has a deeper meaning. Buddhist prayer flags essentially carry our prayers via the wind to get them answered. The annual Saga Dawa Festival, which takes place in Tibet, is the most important religious festival in the country. The festival is celebrated to commemorate when Sakyamuni (Buddha) attained enlightenment and is typically observed by visiting temples, lighting lanterns, and practicing kindness and generosity. One of the most significant events of Saga Dawa is the replacement of the Tarboche Flagpole, a famous flagpole draped in Tibetan prayer flags that stands on the sacred mountain of Kailash.
By Harshit Johri4 years ago in Futurism
RAMADAN (Facts, scientific, spiritual, and mental benefits)
Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam (the five main principles of the Muslim religion), and the ninth month of the Islamic calendar begins and ends with the sight of crescent moons. Every year, Ramadan begins 10–12 days earlier, allowing it to fall in every season during a 33-year cycle.
By Kamran Mehmood 4 years ago in Futurism
How Henry VIII’s Quest for a Male Heir Changed England
Henry VIII was king in the Tudor dynasty who ruled over England, Wales, and Ireland. Born in June 1491, he came to power in 1509 upon his father’s death, Henry VII.
By Abhishek Chandra 4 years ago in Futurism
The Curious Story of Saint Catherine of Siena
The mummified head of Italy’s second Patron Saint looks out with sunken eye sockets and 800-year-old yellowed skin from within a reliquary in a chapel adorned with frescoes by Giovanni Antonio Bazzi, in the back of Siena’s cavernous Basilica Cateriniana San Domenico. Her head is separated by some 140 miles from her body, which rests in Rome – the Eternal City – in the Basilica of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva.
By Nick Nomi4 years ago in Futurism
Hazrat Khaja Banda Nawaz Gesudaraz Rh (Gulbarga)
Hazrat Khwaja banda Nawaz was born in Delhi. Hazrat's real name was Syed Mohammed Gesu Daraz, and Sadar Uddin was the title name. Hazrat was Hussaini Syed.
By mir quadeer sultan4 years ago in Futurism
Parables for the disbelievers and the hypocrites
And when it is said to them: Believe like the other people, they say: Shall we believe as the fools believe? Beware! Surely they are fools, but they do not know. And when they meet those who believe, they say, “We are believers,” and when they go to their elders, they say, “We are with you.” We only make fun of them. Allah Almighty also makes fun of them and increases them in their rebellion and seduction. These are they who buy error for the right direction: so their trade did not profit them, nor were they guided.
By Kashif4 years ago in Futurism