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- The Human Body: A Carefully Protected Fortress - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Harun YahyaNo matter how clean our environment may be, we share our living space with many microorganisms. If you could examine with a microscope the room you are now sitting in, you would clearly see the millions of creatures you are living with. So, in this sense, a human being is a besieged fortress. ...
Views: 865 - The human is a creation masterpiece - by Submitted on May 01, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, The human is a creation masterpiece. He is a respectable creature who is equipped with extraordinary qualifications and capabilities. Most of all, the human is created in accordance to achieve spiritual ascension. Nowadays, the scientists accept the monkeys, which are called ...
Views: 1143 - The human is not left undisciplined - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2015 from Ismail UlukusDear Readers, Allah (swt) did not leave human, whom He bestowed with reason and will, undisciplined after He created them. All works and words of human are recorded and kept by angels. It is ordered in the verses from the Qur'an that: "But verily over you (are appointed angels) to protect ...
Views: 981 - THE HUMAN PSYCHE: A WISH FULFILLING TREE OF THE ENTIRE COSMOS part 1 - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaMan’s physical body is made up of 5 elements (air, water, wind, fire, earth, space) and the 5 Pranas (Vital Forces). The body has been created from the elements and the mind from the Vital Force. When 2 streams of negative and positive unite electricity manifests, 2 wheels of a cart helps it to ...
Views: 1057 - The Identity, Role and Timing of Elijah Whom Christ Said “Must First Come and Restore All Things” - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2014 from Richard RuhlingSummary: In a world crazy with lawlessness and tyranny of governments ignorant of God’s principles, Elijah is to come. Historically, Elijah identified the true God and brought Israel back to true worship. “Remember the law of Moses…with the statutes and judgments. Behold I send you Elijah,” ...
Views: 1504 - THE IMMORTALS - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2016 from shiv yogI never met my grandmother yet I know her, I know her behaviour and her desires, I understand her emotions and attitudes . I never met my grandmother yet I found her in my father’s stories. In these stories she comes to life and I see her speak, I see her smile as I hear her adventures. My ...
Views: 1024 - The Importance of Bread in the Bible - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2018 from Sandy SchneiderBread is considered to be one the staples of life, but it is also a deeply symbolic food for both Christians and Jews. The Bible is replete with references to bread, showing its deep significance as a means of sustenance and also a conduit with which to praise God. It is first mentioned in ...
Views: 1756 - The Importance of Forgiveness in the Light of Islam - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2018 from Umer FiazIn the advance and technological world, where everyone is busy in their life and no one care about the rights of others, even they can’t tolerate the presence of others in their work. The jealousy factor increases day by day and everyone wants to lead the others. This abhorrence then takings the ...
Views: 1071 - The Initiative to Learn Quran Online - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Alisa khanThese days many Muslims want to learn Quran online. It is highly commendable if any person, irrespective of the religion wants to learn the Quran. Of course, we cannot limit the Quran learning to the Muslims only because it is a book of Hidaya for the entire humankind. It is in fact good if any ...
Views: 1137 - THE INNER VAULT OF MAN’S INFINITE ENERGY AND RADIANCE - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaHuman magnetism can be experienced as aura of light. By itself aura pervades the entire body and like sound when it travels farther it becomes dimmer. As soon as it contacts the body this electrical flow becomes faster and hence touch sensation is most influencing. The more ones aura is ...
Views: 2740 - The Introcelestial Entrance Into Eternity - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2007 from Jason WittWhen you receive the Seal you will gain introcelestial entrance into Heaven. And you need it. Believing in Jesus and confessing Him are not enough to get you into Heaven. Not everyone who says to Jesus, "Lord, Lord," will enter into Heaven. That is what Jesus Himself said. Then who will ...
Views: 628 - The Islamic tradition behind the Eid ul Fitr - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2018 from Alvina JenniferBy mid-June, 2018, Muslims all around the world will be celebrating Eid ul Fitr, the festival of breaking the fast, marking the end of the month of Ramadan. This is a Muslim festival during which the traditional greeting of Eid Mubarak will rent the air along with the eid mubarak images ...
Views: 897 - The Issue Of Child Possession Among Muslim Parents In Light Of Quran, Hadith, And Scholarly Consent - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Hijab Al-Faisal"And among His Signs is this, that He created for you mates from among yourselves, that ye may dwell in tranquility with them, and He has put love and mercy between your (hearts): verily in that are Signs for those who reflect." (Ar-Rum: 21) This is a magnificent verse from Holy Quran that ...
Views: 1589 - The Jewish Fight with History is Like the Plight of People Everywhere - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2015 from Richard RuhlingSummary: History is His story—the story of God and His people. But life is often like the picture of a camouflaged tiger. In real life, survival may depend on recognizing the tiger in its context. The tiger's eyes don't fit the context of stripes in tall grass. Details are important. So it is ...
Views: 1064 - The Judgment Of The Birds - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Rabbi Simcha Weinberg“…and for the person being purified there shall be taken two live, clean birds…and the one bird shall be slaughtered…as for the live bird…set free upon the open field.” (Leviticus 14:4-7) Every time I study this portion, which describes the purification process of the Metzorah, who has been ...
Views: 5086 - The Kabbalah of "The Secret" - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2007 from Shifra HendrieOver the past several months, a new movie called “The Secret” has been generating growing attention and excitement across America and beyond. If you haven’t heard about it yet, chances are you will. It’s a phenomenon. According to the film’s producers, an eclectic group of visionaries, authors, ...
Views: 2267 - The Kabbalah of Adolescence - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Shifra HendrieAdolescence – The Darkness Before the Dawn Do you remember what it was like to be an adolescent? The anger, the confusion, the rebellion? The intense need to express yourself, even in ways that were upsetting to the people around you? Or maybe you are the parent of an adolescent. Maybe you ...
Views: 998 - The Kabbalah of Yom Kippur: Rising Above Time - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2005 from Shifra HendrieThe Synagogue and the Women from Taiwan This Rosh Hashana, Jews around the world prayed and blew the shofar, arousing in the Creator of the Universe a new level of desire to embrace our world and be its King. They did this, whether they knew it or not, on behalf of all humanity, for without ...
Views: 1027 - The Kalachakra Mantra - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from sylvia smelcerThe Kalachakra Mantra symbol of Buddhism is complex and comprehensive. It is also referred to as the “Tenfold Powerful One”. It is thus named because it consists of ten different parts. This ancient symbol is made up of a mantra of seven syllables surrounded by a ring of fire. Above and to ...
Views: 9725 - The Key to Keeping Seminary Students in the Church - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from J. Val HastingsToday's seminary students are 40-50 years old, on average. They're on their second or third career, many coming out of corporate America. And while they're committed to making a difference in the world, most of them aren't planning to do that in a church setting. They see what's going on in ...
Views: 903 - The Key to Remembering God - by We should do the Work of making the right inner effort to remember ourselves and our God always. Our universe is created for just this purpose, and we for it.
With this in mind, allow me to anticipate what you may be thinking, for when reminded in this fashion we often say, “but I do remember ...
Views: 1155 - The Key to Supernatural HEALING: "Bringing Heaven to earth" - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2007 from Fern HolmThis key was used by Jesus Himself... +++++++++++++ John the Baptist came in "the spirit and power of Elijah" Luke 1:17 But JESUS came in the Spirit and power of God, His Father! "God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with POWER." Acts 10:38 ++++++++++++++ Then ... ...
Views: 1360 - The Keys to the Kingdom - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Jamal HakeemAllah (swt) is Al-Haq (The Truth). Allah fulfills all of His promises. Why doubt when He hands over the keys to the kingdom (vice-regents on earth). “Seek and ye shall find, ask and it shall be delivered unto you.” Allah (before man was even a thought) was magnanimous enough to give Iblis the ...
Views: 861 - The Last Great Mammalian Migration (Part Forty-Five) - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2021 from Sharon Beecroft BrownFor a short time, all the world was again joined except for Australia, and the last great world-wide animal migration took place ten million years ago. North America was connected with both South America and Asia, and there was a free exchange of animal life. Asiatic sloths, armadillos, ...
Views: 695 - The Lasting Importance of the Ecumenical Council of Trent - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Robert BlakeLasting almost two decades, the 16th century Council of Trent is widely considered to be one of the most important council’s in Catholic Church history. Though it was interrupted on several occasions due to wars, the deaths of Pope’s, and disagreements as to what should constitute Church ...
Views: 1223 - The Later Reptilian Age (Part Thirty-Eight) - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from Sharon Beecroft BrownIt was 120,000,000 years ago when a new phase of the reptilian age began. The great event of this period was the evolution and decline of the dinosaurs. Land-animal life reached its greatest development, in point of size, and had virtually perished from the face of the earth by th end of this ...
Views: 690 - The Law of Attraction in Action - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2005 from Diana KennedyWould you like to be able to experience more of what brings you joy in your life? Do you have unmet wants and desires that have left you feeling unfulfilled in some areas of your life? Were you taught that it is our desires that make us unhappy? Whoever taught us that desire is a bad thing was ...
Views: 1074 - The Lesson of Umrah - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Umer FiazYou may have heard from numerous Muslim sisters and brothers that Umrah is an astounding knowledge which is hard depict in words and it has changed their lives for eternity. Yet, one only understands this until he/she attempts the sacred trip. Presently you make appreciate with Umrah Packages ...
Views: 1144 - The Life Carriers (Part Twenty-Five) - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2021 from Sharon Beecroft BrownCheck out Ms. Oberne’s work-in-progress, “The Birth of Jesus and Beyond.” FREE to READ. https://www.inkitt.com/stories/640601 According to the BOOK, it was 900,000,000 years ago, when a group of divine beings known as “life carriers,” examined Urantia and felt it could be adopted as Urantia ...
Views: 769 - The Life In Jannah (The Paradise) - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from John smithAllah Ta’ala has made this world for our test., He has set this word as an examination hall and every one of us has to pass the test in order to Jannah (The Paradise). Allah Ta’ala states in Quran: “He Who created Death and Life, that He may try which of you is best in deed: and He is the ...
Views: 1623 - The Life of Jesus: Jesus the Healer - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Robert BlakeHealing as Part of Scriptural Tradition The healing narratives that appear in scripture work to inspire one’s faith as well as their curiosity. For many, the acts of healing that may be discovered during the course of Catholic study speak to the true power of God that is present in their ...
Views: 703 - THE LILAS OR DIVINE SPORTS OF KALKI AVATAR - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2012 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaIn Naimisharanya (UP, INDIA) a dialogue was going on between Suta and Shaunak Rishi. After hearing the stories of divine sports of all Avatars Shaunak Muni yearning to know more about Jnana or Divine Wisdom asked a question to Maharshi Lomharshak’s son Shri Sutaji: O Lord! You have so far ...
Views: 2997 - The Limitations of Religious Worship for Spiritual Growth and Development - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2023 from santosh krinskyWorship of an external deity, an avatar, savior or enlightened being is recognised as a sign of religious dedication on the part of an individual. In many instances, however, this form of worship is a more or less empty ritual that is part of a societal expectation or norm, or operates as a ...
Views: 420 - The Lost Angel in the History of Islam - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2018 from saad sheikhIslam is the most practiced religion in the world. Muslims are present in almost every religion of the world and practicing the teaching of Islam. It is the psychology of every Muslim to know about their religion, its aspect and the events which occurred in Islam. Today I am here to throw some ...
Views: 837 - The Lotus in Buddhism Practice - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from sylvia smelcerThere are 8 Auspicious Symbols in Buddhist art and the Lotus Flower is one of the most prominent. In fact, you could credibly claim that the Lotus Flower is the most well known of all the symbols. It is commonly featured in artwork because of its deep rooted connection to the notion of ...
Views: 1718 - The Magic of Dreaming Big - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2005 from Lance OngIf you dont dream big enough, you major in minor things. A sad fact of life is that people dont live to achieve their fullest potential. Most of the time, the act of surviving consumes them. Earning enough to live a comfortable lifestyle takes up all their time. And in the end, they have yet to ...
Views: 1326 - The Magic Pill That Can Save Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2007 from Arthur LevinePlease feel free to use this article as long as credit is given to the resource box. © Copyright Arthur Levine 2007 Words: 513 Keywords: Faith-based, Magic Pill, God, Imagination, Believe My hands were shaking as I opened what I perceived to be was a tiny vial of little translucent ...
Views: 2102 - The Mahakala Buddha - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from sylvia smelcerThe Mahakala Buddha is a Dharmapala, or “protector of dharma”, who resides in the fourth hierarchy of deities, and is most associated with the Vajrayana Buddhism. Mahakala’s Sanskrit meaning comes from its roots of “Maha”, or “great”, and “kala”, meaning “black”. Tibetans generally tend to ...
Views: 1354 - The Management Of Life - Six steps to success - by 1) Identify what will give you fulfillment in life, so you know what to guide your life towards.
2) Evaluate how well you are getting this at present - the starting point on your journey.
3) Set objectives which support you in being fulfilled today, and which motivate and focus you towards ...
Views: 923 - The Mandala Set - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from sylvia smelcerA mandala set (or Dultson Kyilkhor in Tibetan) is a tool used by Buddhists, Hindus, and Jainists in their offering ceremonies. The mandala set represents the mind and body of the Buddha, and can grant practitioners great power. The Sanskrit word mandala means “circle”. Mandala sets are often ...
Views: 1679 - The Meaning Of Life, The Big Picture - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Tony HanesThe big picture of life; why are humans here on earth? This is of course my opinion based on my own common sense. There have been hundreds of billions of humans on earth. There have been trillions of trillions of life forms on earth. There have been hundreds of trillions of trillions of ...
Views: 805 - The Message Of The Menogen-Holy Deeds Of The Seed - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2008 from Jason WittWhen you are sealed God sows His own Seed in you. This Seed is His Message and it is the menogen which is built to last. As long as it remains inside you, then you are not able to sin anymore. When you act to commit sin you are sinning with your body. Your heart causes your body to sin. ...
Views: 799 - The Mina and the Umrah - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Umer FiazMina is the place of Ziyarah around the Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It holds the greatest dignity for Muslims to be an important place in regard with the Hajj rituals. The Quran Mina references in the Quran, Surah Baqarah: “Carry out the remembrance of Allah during the limited days (10th, 11th, ...
Views: 860 - The Miracle In The Defence System - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2008 from Harun YahyaDefence is an issue that has to be given top priority by a country for the continuance of its existence. Nations have always to watch out for all kinds of internal and external threats, assaults, risks of wars and terrorist actions. This is why they allocate a great part of their official ...
Views: 872 - The Miraculous Measure In Tides - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2008 from Harun YahyaTides have such an effect that they can even change living conditions in some regions of the Earth. People, who resume their lives after the withdrawal of tides, arrange their entire lives according to tides. By the Will of Allah, oceans rise up to a certain level. This way, they never become a ...
Views: 905 - The Next World Empire...2018? - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2018 from Richard RuhlingSeven “When-Then” Signs of Biblical End-Times Marked 2015 1. A rare solar eclipse on the equinox followed by 2. A blood moon on Passover. “The sun shall be darkened and the moon turned to blood before [paniym, facing] the day of the Lord.” Joel 2:31. 3. The Iran Nuclear Treaty signed by 7 ...
Views: 1114 - The Nights Full of Lights and Joy; Happy Navratri - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2018 from Maria DianaThat joyous colors of Indian culture, the lights at the temples, the decorations at home and the prosperity for the devotees; come along the nine festive nights in the month of October or March. The time of the year is here when Durga is here with the blessings to shower at the places where you ...
Views: 868 - The not so lost vision of life and career objectives - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Christine LayugThere are a lot of people that have lost their way when it comes to carrier. Never knowing their goals in life or some simply lost their vision of life and career objectives, but here is some guidance that can provide a way for your vision of life and career objectives to become reality. Vision ...
Views: 982 - The Objective of Spiritual Effort Is a Change of Consciousness, Not a Large Following - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2022 from santosh krinskyWe generally try to measure the importance of a particular religion or path by the number of adherents it boasts. Hundreds of millions of Christians, Hindus, Buddhists, and many tens of millions in other major religious denominations, are impressive numbers for our external mental awareness that ...
Views: 492 - The One Who Knows His Nafs Knows Allah - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2016 from Umer FiazThe nafs is really a robust and mad foe. This is really hard to overcome this without the support of GOD. (swt). As the sturdiest enemy of the human is the nafs, the fight with the nafs is the main one that human fights. Faith is the second main gift Allah (swt) decided human with after the ...
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