The Mahabharata was likely crafted as far back as 800 BC. This epic Sanskrit poem is considered to be one of the great works of world civilization and contains the wisdom we continue to find in every recorded family of man. “The knowing person is minded to treat all beings as himself.” The question isContinue reading “The Golden Rule the World Over, 4”
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The Golden Rule the World Over, 2
Epictetus, a Greek sage and Stoic philosopher, was born a slave circa 55 AD in what would be present-day Turkey. He spoke of the Golden Rule in terms of earthly enslavement: “What you do not want to suffer, do not attempt to make others suffer. You avoid enslavement; make sure then to make no oneContinue reading “The Golden Rule the World Over, 2”
The Untouchables
“The Untouchables” by Cuban Artist, Erik Ravelo This series features photographs of children crucified for the sins of their oppressors; each for a different reason and a clear message, seeks to reaffirm the right of children to be protected and report abuse suffered by them. Ravelo uses the image of the crucified Christ—-one that isContinue reading “The Untouchables”
Where to begin?
For many people the events of Holy Week are mysterious in a wholly confusing way. What in the world does a man dying on a cross 2000 years ago have to do with us? they ask. This image helps us know where to begin. It portrays the first death in the Bible, from Genesis 3:8-11,Continue reading “Where to begin?”
Heather Choate Davis 