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Absorb yourself in a broad range of enlightening topics, interviews and scriptures from major religions and spiritual groups around the globe. Teachings from the world’s many spiritual traditions are presented, including Bishnoism, Buddhism, Cao Đài, Christianity, Confucianism, Essenes, Greek philosophy, Hinduism, Hòa Hảo Buddhism, Islam, Jainism, Judaism, Manichaeism, Mohism, Rosicrucianism, Shintoism, Sikhism, Sufism, Taoism, Theosophy, Tibetan Buddhism, Toltec beliefs, Universal White Brotherhood, Native Spirituality and Zoroastrianism. This program also offers Supreme Master Ching Hai’s precious spiritual wisdom shared during Her international lecture tours over the past 30 years addressing truth seekers on the meaning of life, inner peace and other meaningful themes.

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Do What is Right Even Through Hard Times: From the Teachings of Musonius Rufus (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Do What is Right Even Through Hard Times: From the Teachings of Musonius Rufus (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today, we are pleased to present selections from “Should every child that is born be raised?” and “Fragments” from the book “Musonius Rufus – The Roman Socrates.” Musonius Rufus clarifies the prohibition of abortion and urges us to maintain moral and ethical values despite difficult situations.“Is it not true that the lawgivers, whose special function it was by careful search to discern wha
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Reformation and Regeneration through God’s Love: From “Divine Providence” by Emanuel Swedenborg (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Reformation and Regeneration through God’s Love: From “Divine Providence” by Emanuel Swedenborg (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with selections from “Divine Providence,” where Emanuel Swedenborg (vegetarian) reminds us that all the goodness comes from God.A man can be reformed and regenerated by means of the two faculties so far as he can be led by them to acknowledge that all truth and good which he thinks and does are from the Lord and not from himself.“Anyone thinking from interior understa
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Reformation and Regeneration through God’s Love: From “Divine Providence” by Emanuel Swedenborg (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Reformation and Regeneration through God’s Love: From “Divine Providence” by Emanuel Swedenborg (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today it is an honor to present selections from “Divine Providence,” where Emanuel Swedenborg (vegetarian) reminds us to have faith in God and we will be able to experience all the goodness that comes from God.A man is reformed and regenerated by the Lord by means of the two faculties and cannot be reformed or regenerated without them.“The Lord teaches that, Unless one is born anew,
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Wisdom from The Nihongi, Part 2 of 2

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Wisdom from The Nihongi, Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with excerpts from “The Nihongi,” Book 25, “The Emperor Ame-yorodzu-toyo-hi,” which details the peaceful co-existence of Shinto and Buddhism, as well as the importance of leaders being just and virtuous.“(645 A.D.) Daikwa, 1st year, Autumn, 8th month, 8th day. A messenger was sent to the Great Temple to summon together the Buddhist priests and nuns, and to address them on th
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Wisdom from The Nihongi, Part 1 of 2

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Wisdom from The Nihongi, Part 1 of 2

Shinto, literally meaning “the way of the Gods,” originated in ancient Japan and focuses on Kami, or the Divine spirit, which is found everywhere. Kami is in everything in nature, be it trees, mountains, waterfalls, the sea, the seasons, or even people. Kami is also the spark for ideas such as growth, creation, and judgment. Shinto has also been open to the teachings of Buddhism and Confucianism.
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Essence of Art – Excerpts from “Essays, First Series” by Ralph Waldo Emerson (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Essence of Art – Excerpts from “Essays, First Series” by Ralph Waldo Emerson (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Today, we continue with Ralph Waldo Emerson’s essay on how art reveals beauty in everything, its connection to a higher Power and its embodiment of moral virtues.“Thus, historically viewed, it has been the office of art to educate the perception of beauty. We are immersed in beauty, but our eyes have no clear vision. It needs, by the exhibition of single traits, to assist and lead the dorma
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Essence of Art – Excerpts from “Essays, First Series” by Ralph Waldo Emerson (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Essence of Art – Excerpts from “Essays, First Series” by Ralph Waldo Emerson (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

We now present excerpts from Ralph Waldo Emerson’s essay on how art reflects the soul’s progression and our interconnectedness with nature, revealing humanity’s journey toward their ultimate happiness and fulfillment.“[…] Because the soul is progressive, it never quite repeats itself, but in every act attempts the production of a new and fairer whole. This appears in works both of the usefu
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Divine Within: Selections from “Autobiography of a Yogi” by Paramahansa Yogananda (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Divine Within: Selections from “Autobiography of a Yogi” by Paramahansa Yogananda (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Today, we continue with Paramahansa Yogananda’s accounts of the significance of astrology and the importance of believing in and finding the Divine within for spiritual upliftment.“‘For general purposes I counsel the use of an armlet made of gold, silver, and copper. But for a specific purpose I want you to get one of silver and lead.’ Sri Yukteswar added careful directions.‘Guruj
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Divine Within: Selections from “Autobiography of a Yogi” by Paramahansa Yogananda (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Divine Within: Selections from “Autobiography of a Yogi” by Paramahansa Yogananda (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

We are now delighted to begin reading from “Autobiography of a Yogi,” in which Paramahansa Yogananda’s Master explains the profound meanings of astrology and the Divine within.CHAPTER: 16 Outwitting The Stars“‘Mukunda, why don’t you get an astrological armlet?’ ‘Should I, Master? I don’t believe in astrology.’‘It is never a question of belief; the only scie
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Islamic Prayer and Ethical Living: Selections from the Hadith, Part 2 of 2

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Islamic Prayer and Ethical Living: Selections from the Hadith, Part 2 of 2

Today’s program continues with more excerpts from the Hadith, focusing on living ethically, especially in business, and stressing gratitude, kindness, and moderation.Chapter 22 Buying and Selling“Miqdām reported, The Messenger of Allāh, peace and blessings of Allāh be on Him, said: ‘No one eats better food than that which he eats out of the work of his hand.’Qatādah said, ‘Peo
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Islamic Prayer and Ethical Living: Selections from the Hadith, Part 1 of 2

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Islamic Prayer and Ethical Living: Selections from the Hadith, Part 1 of 2

Now, we’re going to start reading excerpts from the Hadith on the essential aspects of Islamic worship. This includes choosing an imam, or one who leads the prayer, based on their virtues and Quranic knowledge as well as the importance of night prayers for seeking Allah’s Guidance and Blessings.Chapter 8 The Imām“Ibn ’Abbās said, The Messenger of Allāh, peace and blessings of Allāh b
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Epistle to the Colossians by Saint Paul (vegetarian) in the Holy Bible, Part 2 of 2

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Epistle to the Colossians by Saint Paul (vegetarian) in the Holy Bible, Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with selections from Chapters 3 and 4 from the Epistle to the Colossians.“If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sits on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the Earth. For ye are dead, and your life is hid with Christ in God. When Christ, who is our life, shall appear, then shall ye also appear
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Epistle to the Colossians by Saint Paul (vegetarian) in the Holy Bible, Part 1 of 2

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Epistle to the Colossians by Saint Paul (vegetarian) in the Holy Bible, Part 1 of 2

The Epistle to the Colossians is one of thirteen books of the Holy Bible authored by Saint Paul (vegetarian). After a Divine encounter with the resurrected Lord Jesus Christ, Saint Paul was so deeply touched by His sacrifice that from then on; He devoted His life to God and the spreading of the Holy Teachings for the benefit of all.The Epistle to the Colossians was originally the contents o
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The Divinity of Souls: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Phaedo” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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The Divinity of Souls: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Phaedo” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

“‘But what of the soul? Is it visible or invisible?’ the invisible always continuing the same, but the visible never the same. ‘It is not visible to men, Socrates,’ he replied.”“‘And did we not, some time since, say this too, that the soul, when it employs the body to examine anything, either by means of the sight or hearing, or any other sense (for to examine anything by means of the body
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The Divinity of Souls: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Phaedo” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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The Divinity of Souls: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Phaedo” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today, we are pleased to present excerpts from “Phaedo” by Plato (vegetarian), where Socrates (vegetarian) explains to Cebes (vegetarian) and Simmias (vegetarian) why our souls do not die at the time of physical death.PHAEDO THE IMMORTALITY OF THE SOUL“[… Socrates] proceeded: ‘If those things which we are continually talking about really exist, the beautiful, the good, and every such
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Enlightened Living and Spiritual Salvation: Excerpts From the Sutta Nipata, Part 2 of 2

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Enlightened Living and Spiritual Salvation: Excerpts From the Sutta Nipata, Part 2 of 2

Today, we continue readings from the Sutta Nipata on how Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha lead to salvation and the highest blessings according to Buddha.RATANASUTTA The Jewel Discourse“Whatever beings have come together here, either belonging to the earth or living in the air, let all beings be happy, and then listen attentively to what is said. […] Whatever wealth there be here or in the
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Enlightened Living and Spiritual Salvation: Excerpts From the Sutta Nipata, Part 1 of 2

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Enlightened Living and Spiritual Salvation: Excerpts From the Sutta Nipata, Part 1 of 2

We now present selections from the Sutta Nipata, on the reflection of human body worthlessness and the qualities of a Sage.VIGAYASUTTA Reflection on Human Body Worthlessness“[…] Mucus from the nose, through the mouth it ejects at one time bile and (at other times) it ejects phlegm, and from (all) the body come sweat and dirt. Then its hollow head is filled with the brain. A fool led
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Spirituality Benefits Civilizations: Selections from “The Philosophy of Civilization and Ethics” by the Reverend Dr. Albert Schweitzer (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Spirituality Benefits Civilizations: Selections from “The Philosophy of Civilization and Ethics” by the Reverend Dr. Albert Schweitzer (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

Let us continue with excerpts from the book “The Philosophy of Civilization and Ethics,” where Reverend Dr. Albert Schweitzer expounds on the dangers of material development without spiritual development.Chapter 1 The Crisis in Civilization and it’s Spiritual Cause“To a certain extent we have all of us, under modern conditions, become unfree men. In every rank of life we have from de
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Spirituality Benefits Civilizations: Selections from “The Philosophy of Civilization and Ethics” by the Reverend Dr. Albert Schweitzer (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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Spirituality Benefits Civilizations: Selections from “The Philosophy of Civilization and Ethics” by the Reverend Dr. Albert Schweitzer (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

Today, we are delighted to share excerpts from the book “The Philosophy of Civilization and Ethics,” whereby Reverend Dr. Albert Schweitzer details the importance of spiritual development in creating peaceful and harmonious societies.Chapter 1 The Crisis in Civilization and it’s Spiritual Cause“Our civilization is going through a severe crisis. Most people think that the crisis is du
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Selections From the Teachings of Zoroaster (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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Selections From the Teachings of Zoroaster (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

THE SOUL’S DESTINATION“Zarathustra asked Ahura Mazda: ‘Ahura Mazda, Heavenly, Holiest, Creator of the corporeal world, Pure! when a pure man dies, where does his soul dwell during this night?’ Then answered Ahura Mazda: ‘Near his head it sits itself down, reciting the Gâthâ Ustavaiti [Hymns], praying happiness for itself: “Happiness be to the man who conduces to the happiness of each. May A
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