Solomon Ibn Gabirol A Jew raised in Muslim Spain 11th century Known to Jews as a literary artist a…
Category: Spirituality
A Divine Hug
“People from the United Church of Canada like to hug,” said my friend B. I filed this random fact away…
Deep Ecumenism
Interfaith dialogue is in fashion – because it is so urgent! As we approach it, how shall we understand what…
Spiritual Leadership
We are all spiritual leaders in our daily lives. When we embody the gifts we have received through our religious traditions,…
What's Your Question?
What question will guide your New Year’s resolutions this year? What will be the focus of your self-improvement plan? Maybe…
Inner Dark, Inner Light
Hanukkah: a time to enjoy family, friends, songs, rich foods, parties, gifts, and games. To share story and history, to be both…
Thanksgiving Peace, Jacob Style
Sim shalom! Grant peace! These words begin the final section of the Amidah, standing silent meditation, in the daily Jewish…
A Precious Resource: Found at Durga Puja
We came to the Laxmi Narayan Hindu Mandir (Temple) in Surrey, Canada, expecting to see unfamiliar religious practices. But, as…
Isaac and Ishmael
Five weeks ago, I was invited to a multi-faith Eid Al-Adha dinner at Baitur Rahman Mosque in Delta, to socialize…