In my tradition Islam, there is a greater emphasis placed on service to mankind. Indeed, Prophet Muhammad goes on to say that if a person is having a full meal… Read more »
Morality is a product of living with other beings and not necessarily the exclusive derivative of religions. However, conservative religious folks find comfort in conforming to their teachings and that… Read more »
In the United States, we reluctantly upgraded the Mormon faith from a cult to a Christian religious denomination. Thanks to Mitt Romney for being the catalyst. The Shia and Sunni… Read more »
The ability to extend life is a beautiful gift from God and he wants us to enjoy the good things he has bestowed on us. Indeed, we are discovering beneficence… Read more »
Is Pope Francis relevant? Thanks to Pope Francis for emphasizing, as the Washington Post said, “A Gospel teaching that may become the touchstone of his papacy: mercy.” These are the… Read more »
One of the joys of being a pluralist is to play Mr. Spock, and I would conclude, “Religion is a system of beliefs and rituals designed to bring tranquility to… Read more »
Texas Faith: Should evangelicals push for immigration reform? The time for immigration reform is now and most Americans support it. In a Gallup Poll released in June this year, 87%… Read more »
SHOULD MORALITY BE A FACTOR IN QUALIFYING A POLITICAL CANDIDATE? Indeed we have become more tolerant and indifferent towards the morality of the elected officials; it appears that is not… Read more »
Texas Faith: Was it moral to shut down the Texas Senate? Demonstration in the gallery of the Senate, or a filibuster are not the healthy way to affect the decision-making… Read more »
The Hindus invariably invoke and bow to Ganesh aspect of God, the remover of obstacles, and the Muslims say, ”Bismillah” – to start in the name of God who is… Read more »