When cosmic consciousness fades, the inner work begins. Here is something the great prophets teach us. Seeing God doesn’t automatically…
Category: Interfaith
Cosmic Consciousness and the End of "Them"
Mystical Experience, Cultural Complexes, and the Politics of Division Cosmic consciousness. What is it? A sense of the unity of…
Hanukkah: Allure of a War Story
Hanukkah is here! It’s time to tell stories about armed resistance against oppression. Children will read about the five brave…
Christian Nationalist on the Prowl
Christian nationalism is on the move—even here in British Columbia, Canada. It’s Rosh Hashanah afternoon. Tashlich time. I’m in a…
What gives you hope?
Hope in a future for Palestinians and Israelis. What gives you hope? For many Israelis and Palestinians, the losses, trauma,…
Crisis in Gaza and Israel: Interfaith Amigos Discussion
People have asked if the Interfaith Amigos—Imam Jamal Rahman, Rabbi Laura Duhan-Kaplan, and Pastor Don Mackenzie—have words of wisdom to…
Bodies (Netflix): A Hopeful Story
Bodies. A new Netflix series. If you’re looking for a distraction, or an infusion of hope, I recommend you watch.…
Multi-faith: Jews & Christians
Multi-faith philosophy. Moses seemed to have one. And so do I. So here are two offerings on a multi-faith theme.…
Omer 37: Beyond Ego?
Day 37: Gevurah she’b’Yesod, Judgment within Foundation What’s the foundation of spiritual practice? My friend Jamal Rahman says it is…