Freedom of conscience is rarely discussed but is important for overcoming problems in human life. While political and economic freedoms have been gained in many places, people still experience turmoil due to intolerant attitudes and malignant interests. Laws, traditions, and media sometimes restrict our conscience. However, the global conscience can be freed through the practice of Namasmaran by billions of people. Namasmaran means remembering the name of God or a guru through practices like chanting or meditation. It allows us to reconnect with our true selves and achieve unity of individual and cosmic consciousness.
Kindle Phenomenon of Man (Harper Perennial Modern Thought) hemdsamuykui
Visionary theologian and evolutionary theorist Pierre Teilhard de Chardin applied his whole life his tremendous intellect and his great spiritual faith to building a philosophy that would reconcile religion with the scientific theory of evolution. In this timeless book which contains the quintessence of his thought Teilhard argues that just as living organisms sprung from inorganic matter and evolved into ever more complex thinking beings humans are evolving toward an "omega point"8212defined by Teilhard as a convergence with the Divine.
Kindle Phenomenon of Man (Harper Perennial Modern Thought) hemdsamuykui
Visionary theologian and evolutionary theorist Pierre Teilhard de Chardin applied his whole life his tremendous intellect and his great spiritual faith to building a philosophy that would reconcile religion with the scientific theory of evolution. In this timeless book which contains the quintessence of his thought Teilhard argues that just as living organisms sprung from inorganic matter and evolved into ever more complex thinking beings humans are evolving toward an "omega point"8212defined by Teilhard as a convergence with the Divine.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
1. FREEDOM OF CONSCIENCE
DR. SHRINIWAS KASHALIKAR
Even as political and economic freedom is hailed time and again, the
freedom of conscience is rarely spoken about.
However, if you look at the matter of freedom closely, then you would
appreciate that political freedom and economic freedom are important but
not sufficient. They do not solve many subtle yet genuine problems of
human life. In fact political and economic freedom in isolation i.e.
without inner growth and development i.e. inner blossoming; i.e. freedom
of conscience; can prove to be counterproductive!
In fact the people in different parts of the world have gained political
and to some extent economic freedom, but still they are in turmoil and
tribulations due to various causes fundamentally related to inconsiderate
and intolerant attitudes, bigotry, religious, racial and other cancerous and
malignant vested interests, fanaticism, terrorism, and pettiness of
perspective, policies, plans and transactions!
In turn, the laws, the conventions, the traditions, the fashions, the
beliefs and even literature, media and advertising are being built and
shaped in such a way, that they are suffocating our conscience! These
things are too high walls of a prison in which our conscience is
imprisoned!
But there is nothing to be worried about.
The global conscience; still can explode the walls, barriers and shackles
that throttle it and get freed! We all can then blossom together if billions
of people apart from all other brilliant and valiant efforts, practice
NAMASMARAN!
BUT WHAT IS NAMASMARAN?
Namasmaran means; remembering the name of God, Guru, great souls;
such as prophets and holy objects such as planets and stars. It may be
remembered silently, loudly, along with music, dance, along with
breathing, in group or alone, either with counting by rosary (called
SMARANI or JAPAMALA) or without counting. The traditions vary
from region to region and from religion to religion.
2. However the universal principle underlying NAMASMARAN is to
reorient your physiological being with your true self. In
fact while reorienting with true self you aim to establish and strengthen
the bond or connection; between; your physiological being; with your
true self. You aim at reunification with yourself!
Since remembering your true self is the pinnacle of or culmination of
individual consciousness, and individual consciousness is the culmination
of every activity in life, remembering any name of God or Guru (any
symbol of your true self) is equivalent to opening the final common
pathway for the individual consciousness associated with every possible
activity to get funneled into or unified with objective or cosmic
consciousness.
Thus NAMASMARAN is in fact the YOGA of YOGA in the sense that
it is the culmination of consciousness associated with every possible
procedure and technique in the yoga that you are familiar with. It is the
YOGA of YOGA because it is the culmination of consciousness
associated with all the activities in the universe, which it encompasses as
well! It is YOGA of YOGA because everybody in the world irrespective
of his/her tradition and the beliefs; would eventually, ultimately and
naturally reach it; in the process of liberation. Even so called non
believers also would not “miss” the “benefit of remembering the true self
through one symbol or another”!
Just as NAMASMARAN is YOGA of YOGA it is meditation of
meditation also! It is the natural and ultimate climax of every form of
meditation.
These facts however have to be realized with persistent practice of
NAMSMARAN and not blindly believed or blindly disbelieved with
casual approach!
In short NAMSMARAN is super-bounty of cosmic consciousness for
every individual to realize it (cosmic consciousness)! This is truly a
super-bounty because a person who experiences it, rises above
mercenary, commercial and even professional and charity planes and
manifest super- transactions in his or her life!
These are just few observations to give rough idea about what is
NAMASMARAN. NAMASMARAN is an ocean of bliss. Its true
meaning is beyond description in words and has to be experienced, most
preferably, by billions!