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In the prelude to World War II, amidst the fervor of the Modernist movement in philosophy, George Santayana crafted five insightful essays. He delves into John Locke’s sensationalism, explores British Idealism, examines the implications of the Theory of Relativity, dissects Freud’s psychological theories, and reflects on Julien Benda’s discourse on the relationship between God and the world. Join us as we navigate these profound ideas and their relevance to contemporary thought. (Summary written by Gary)

Every old building carries a story, and not all of those stories are filled with joy. From tragic events to eerie encounters, folklore tells of restless spirits returning to haunt the living. Whether youre a skeptic or a believer, these captivating tales offer a unique glimpse into the rich history of these structures and the chilling atmosphere they can evoke. - Summary by Lynne Thompson

This rich selection of the Buddha’s teaching, taken from the Pali canon, remains one of the finest of the classic Buddhist anthologies in English. F. L. Woodward, a key translator of the first half of the 20th century was a committed Buddhist as well as a scholar, and in Some Sayings of the Buddha, he created a handbook for succeeding generations, incorporating the main elements of the Buddha’s life, views and recommendations.

I would like to reintroduce all the ancient stories , motivational stories

Born in West Africa in the early 1950s, Somé was kidnapped at age four by a French Jesuit missionary to be trained as a priest, for the next 15 years enduring the harsh regimen of a seminary where his native language and tribal traditions were systematically suppressed. At age 20 he escaped, but when he returned to his Dugara people in Upper Volta (now Burkina Faso) they rejected him as an outsider. To reconnect with his native culture, Somé underwent a month-long initiation into shamanism.

While his masterpiece On the Road languished on the desks of unresponsive editors, Kerouac turned to Buddhism, and in 1953 began writing reading notes on the subject intended for his friend Allen Ginsberg. As his Buddhist study and meditation practice intensified, what had begun as notes evolved into a vast, all-encompassing work of nonfiction into which he poured his life, incorporating poems, haiku, prayers, journal entries, fragments of letters, ideas about writing, sketches, and more.

Dive into the enchanting world of Chinese folklore with Lafcadio Hearn, a renowned writer who masterfully weaves together a collection of mysterious and magical tales from China. Join Ben Tucker as he brings these captivating stories to life, inviting you to explore the rich tapestry of cultural legends and ethereal encounters.

Hilarious and heartwarming stories that will empower you to make space for the other and discover the extraordinary, welcoming heart of God. Author and Instagram star Heather Avis has made it her mission to introduce the world to the unique gifts and real-life challenges of those who have been...

Manifest It with Soma Chhaya!

Stories about witches are by their nature stories about the most basic and profound of human experiences—healing, sex, violence, tragedies, aging, death, and encountering the mystery and magic of the unknown. In academia, studies of witches rarely emerge from scholars who are themselves witches and/or embedded in communities of witchcraft practitioners. The Witch Studies Reader brings together a diverse group of scholars, practitioners, and scholar-practitioners who examine witchcraft from a critical decolonial feminist perspective.

Dive into the inspiring world of Louise Creighton (1850-1936), a British author and womens rights activist who balanced her role as a mother of seven with a passion for storytelling. In this captivating short book, Creighton brings to life the stories of remarkable women, from iconic figures like Joan of Arc, Florence Nightingale, and Queen Victoria to lesser-known but equally influential women such as St. Hilda, the 7th-century abbess, Elizabeth Fry, a pioneering prison reformer, and Isabella Bird, whose adventurous travels captivated the Victorian imagination. Join Pamela Nagami, M.D., as ...

An unforgettable story, in the tradition of Hillbilly Elegy and Educated, that reveals how a careful look at a broken past can open a path to profound healing and a satisfying future. Terry Wardle grew up in the Appalachian coalfields of southwestern Pennsylvania, part of a hardscrabble...

An imperfect podcast for imperfect catholics.

Join hosts Rondah Worrell-Maik and Erik Williams as we deconstruct and decolonize our faith lives, one conversation at a time.Unlike many other such podcasts, we are not biblical scholars, PhD’s or former pastors; we’re a pair of normal Canadian humans discussing things we’re hearing in church, learning in books, podcasts, and social media; digesting and synthesizing data to find ways to live out our faith lives in more inclusive and less harmful ways.

This book is about some words. The subtitle states that words are very important. This statement is hardly profound. We think in words. We communicate with each other in words. I am writing words, and you are reading words. The words we use are important. We think in words. We use words to describe our feelings. We use words to communicate with one another and with God. We use words to describe what we see and hear. Parents are thrilled when their babies begin to speak words.

In the Dagara tribe of West Africa, women are valued as the source of the world's wisdom. On Women's Wisdom from the Heart of Africa, Sobonfu Somé, author, teacher, and the first woman empowered by the Dagara elders to impart their teachings to the West, invites you to peer into a world where people remain closely connected to nature, their ancestors, and spirit, and to learn how to use powerful rituals to restore balance within yourself and with those around you.

The Soma Podcast - The Information Meeting Summaries is a series of 18 episodes summarizing information meetings which were hosted to answer questions and provide insight into Soma Group Retreats. Created by NotebookLM, the summaries may contain small errors or inaccuracies, so listeners are encouraged to verify details by checking the full meeting recordings linked in each episode's description. Follow the series and visit our website at www.thesomacommunity.org

Two coffee lovers (a pastor and a worship leader) from middle of nowhere Kansas share their love for coffee and Jesus.

We are an ordinary church in Tacoma, WA, with a vision to see every man, woman and child have a daily encounter with Jesus in word and deed. We pursue this vision by making disciples in the everyday stuff of life and living out our gospel identity by being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing what Jesus does. www.somatacoma.org

A weekly podcast which will be discussing my thoughts on a wide range of topics including but not limited to books,current affairs,philosophy...