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Oct 30, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Anne Lawrence-Mathers |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
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Did medieval people believe in elves and fairies as real beings? How did Christian theologians classify supernatural creatures? Were medieval tales of abduction comparable to modern UFO stories? Why did revenants (the undead) spark fear in medieval villages? Discover medieval legends of creatures like basilisks and dragons.
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Oct 24, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Matyáš Moravec |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
Hamlet and the Ghost by Frederick James Shields (1901). Manchester Art Gallery
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Why did 20th-century philosophers investigate paranormal phenomena like ghosts? What is the "compound theory" of ghosts developed by C.D. Broad? How did H.H. Price explain hauntings and the concept of the "psychic ether"? What role did philosophical logicians like Casimir Lewy play in psychical research? How did psychical research influence broader philosophical discussions on life, death, and reality?
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Oct 16, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Robert Jennings |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
In this Article:How do Christian Nationalism and the Prosperity Gospel misinterpret Jesus’ teachings? What does the Gospel say about wealth, power, and exclusion? Are these movements aligned with Jesus’ call for love and humility? Why did the Founding Fathers separate church and state, and how does Christian Nationalism ignore this? How can Christians reclaim Jesus' true message in today’s world?
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Oct 2, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Wake Forest |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
The decline in church attendance has not resulted in a diminished Christian presence in American public life. selimaksan/E+ via Getty images.Christian Nationalism vs. American's Religious FreedomsIn This Article:How has religious freedom shaped American democracy? What can Ezra Stiles Ely’s call for a Christian political party teach us about today? The historical debate between religious liberty and Christian nationalism. How Christian nationalism undermines both religion and democracy.
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Aug 30, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Hanna Tervanotko |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
How do soccer and religion create a sense of unity? What rituals in soccer are similar to religious practices? How does soccer serve as a form of collective effervescence? What role does spirituality play in the lives of soccer players? How do fans express their collective identity through soccer? Soccer and Religion: Surprising Connections You Didn’t Knowby Hanna Tervanotko, McMaster University.
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May 1, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Ryan Armstrong |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
Stained glass designed by Geoffrey Webb depicts Lewis Carroll’s characters in All Saints Church in Daresbury, Cheshire, England. Peter I. Vardy/Wikimedia CommonsThe Bible’s Book of Job opens on an ordinary day in the land of Uz, where a man carefully performs religious rituals to protect his children. This routine has never failed Job, who is described as the most righteous person on the planet.
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Mar 26, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Robert Jennings |Tim Alberta |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate
Tim Alberta has stared into the abyss of extreme partisan Christianity in America - and somehow still sees light at the end of the tunnel. The Atlantic writer and onetime pastor's kid has witnessed firsthand how segments of the evangelical movement have gotten consumed by a toxic, us-vs-them mindset fueled by apocalyptic conspiracy theories. But in his latest book, he searches for the remaining voices of moderation who could help rein in these dangerous excesses.
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Mar 12, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Robert Jennings |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
Zen Buddhism presents a path of enlightenment that digs deep into the art of mindfulness, compassion, and a profound bond with the surrounding world. It underlines the value of dwelling in the here and now, pushing us with an open heart and understanding. It's a call to live intensely, to embrace each moment with the entirety of our being. Zen Buddhism doesn't just invite us into a personal exploration; it offers a compass for navigating the vastness of life and our unique spot in the universe.
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Feb 6, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Mario Poceski |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
Dragons on display in Shanghai. A dragon image is often used to symbolize China itself. Feng Wei Photography/Moment via Getty ImagesAmong China’s traditional holidays and celebrations, none ranks higher in importance than the Lunar New Year (農曆新年). Also known as the Spring Festival (春節), or simply Chinese New Year, it marks the beginning of the year according to the traditional lunar calendar. The Lunar New Year usually starts sometime between late January and mid-February.
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Jan 29, 2024 | 
innerself.com | Michael Naparstek |Shannon Roberts |Paige Tate |Jennie Allen
Wellcome Images, a website operated by Wellcome Trust, a global charitable foundation based in the United Kingdom., CC BY-SANew Year’s resolutions often come with a renewed investment in making our bodies healthier. Many may take to the newest diet plan or sign up for a health club membership, but it is worth taking some time to consider what actually constitutes a healthy, happy body. Taoist visions of the body form a central part of my research.
