Archive for September, 2010
Paradox and Wonder
Oh, this most amazing day, a day of paradox and wonder, of depression and delight, when wild grapes fall into my hands and hawks sail overhead, when butterflies of every size and hue and bees and hummingbirds too celebrate color, so that little wings carry joy with pollen, and beauty, abundance, and pleasure are everywhere […]
Islam, toward understanding
Of the major Semitic religions, many westerners no doubt know the least about Islam, which, in fact, comprises some 20% of the world’s population. Unfortunately too few people actually know the connections between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This gulf of ignorance has led to a great deal of prejudice and stereotypes. For example, many people […]