Four causes of joy Lieh Tzu used to wear a rough fur coat with a rope round his waist. He wandered from place to place, strumming a lute and singing. One day someone asked him “Why are you always so joyful?’ He replied: I have four causes for joy. The First is that I am…
Strength
Life is a test insistent upon strength Each person is challenged at analogous lengths Yet the vie to subsist will exhaust the timorous some For the Lord’s race is imputed to all…to run This is to avow: you must believe As you are special…allow no one to deceive For what you have learned will make…
What is devotional chanting?
What is devotional chanting? The human voice as the most perfect instrument provides the possibility to connect with our soul and with God. This is why in many faith traditions the use of the voice plays an essential part. It resonates with the chakra system, activates the flow of subtle energies, uplifts the mood, balances…
Growth through challenges
“Difficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong through struggle.” William Ellery Channing We grow through challenge. Challenges can be sought or unexpected. Whether we seek challenges on our own, or experience unplanned and unexpected challenges, challenges are fertile ground for growth. It is through challenges that we discover…
Just for fun
There was quite a bit going on at an office party given by a large construction firm. On the next working day, one of the employees was summoned to see the head of the company. In icy tones, the president said, “I’ve heard that after the party the other day, you pushed a wheelbarrow down…
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