March, 2009
Speak up for Baha’is, just as Rainn Wilson, and the Baha’i International Community did
I was just listening to Oprah’s Soul Series webcast of an interview she had with Rainn Wilson on life’s big questions when I was struck by Rainn’s reference to religion based on the etymology of the word religio which means… to bind together, to reconnect. What an uplifting concept, and what an unfortunate contrast with [...]
Kung Fu Panda Wisdom
If you have not seen Kung Fu Panda, do yourself a favor and see it. It is more than just enjoyable kids’ movie. It is a movie full of deep wisdom which brings the traditions of Daoism in a light that is universally understandable, making them very applicable to the days we live in. I [...]
Softening the voice of the body
I am finally starting to get into the rhythm of fasting. My body is not fighting it. I am not fighting it. It seems natural. I am just observing the changes. Not that the voice of my body is silenced, it is just gently softened. What a gift! Verily, I say, fasting is the supreme [...]
When having a prayer book is a luxury
Yesterday provided several marvelous reasons to reflect on the power of prayer and the nearness of the spiritual world. First of all, I overslept and cut the prayer time short in order to get to work. Then I got a very touching letter from a friend who attended the Ruhi 1 study circle: Dear Mitko, [...]
