A COMPARISON TO THE BABYLONIAN ENUMA ELISH Interpreting Genesis in the light of the Sumerian text "Enuma Elish" and the Hebrew and Christian Bible involves considering the similarities and differences between these ancient creation narratives. Both Enuma Elish and Genesis provide cosmogonies, or stories of the origin of the universe, but they do so from distinct cultural and theological...

There are many stories about King Janaka and Sage Ashtavakara but the one which raises the question of 'what is reality' is this: “One night the king had a most vivid dream. He was fighting a war and his army was being decimated; he ran from the battle without his weapons, shield or uniform, trying to get away from his enemies. At last, after enduring what seemed like hours of attempted escape...

The title "Theotokos" is a Greek term that translates to "God-bearer" or "Mother of God." It is a significant title given to the Virgin Mary in Christian theology, particularly in the Eastern Orthodox and Catholic traditions. The declaration of Mary as Theotokos has its roots in the early centuries of Christianity and was a result of theological debates surrounding the nature of Jesus Christ. In...

“My heart has become capable of every form;It is a pasture for gazelles and a convent for Christian monks,And a temple for idols and the pilgrim's Ka'baAnd the tables for the Torah and the book of the Quran.I follow the religion of Love: whatever wayLove's camels take, that is my religion and my faith.”……...... Ibn al-'Arabi, was an Arab Andalusian Muslim scholar, mystic, poet, and philosopher,...

"While it is true that scientific results are entirely independent from religious or moral considerations, those individuals to whom we owe the great creative achievements of science were all of them imbued with the truly religious conviction that this universe of ours is something perfect and susceptible to the rational striving for knowledge. If this conviction had not been a strongly...

ITS SPIRITUAL SIGNIFICANCE--------------------------------The myth of Andromeda and Perseus is a captivating tale from Greek mythology that holds profound spiritual significance. It recounts the story of Andromeda, a beautiful princess, and Perseus, the valiant hero who rescues her from a fearsome sea monster. Embedded within this myth are symbolic...

The Art of Listening: A Guide to Understanding and Empathy Listening is an essential aspect of communication and a vital component of human relationships. However, it is often overlooked and undervalued in today's fast-paced world, where everyone is busy and distracted. In order to truly listen to someone, one must master the art of listening. This article will examine the fundamental rules for...

The story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well, as recounted in the Gospel of John, is a powerful example of the mystical nature of Christ's teachings. This story tells of a chance encounter between Jesus and a woman from Samaria, who had come to draw water from a well. What follows is a profound dialogue that reveals the true nature of God, the human condition, and the power of...

"The secret essence of the soul that knows the truth is calling out to God: Beloved… strip me of the consolations of my complacent spirituality. Plunge me into the darkness where I cannot rely on any of my old tricks for maintaining my separation. Let me give up on trying to convince myself that my own spiritual deeds are bound to be pleasing to you. Take all my juicy spiritual feelings,...

From the un-manifest I came,And pitched my tent, in the Forest of Material existence.I passed through mineral and vegetable kingdoms,Then my mental equipment carried me into the animal kingdom;Having reached there I crossed beyond it;Then in the crystal-clear shell of human heartI nursed the drop of self in a Pearl,And in association with good menWandered round the Prayer House,And having...