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In Psalm 119:163, the psalmist urges us to ask: Do I love truth and hate falsehood and want my life and beliefs to conform more and more with the truth? Or do I have some presuppositions and views that are simply non-negotiable?Music Credit: Johann Sebastian Bach, Trio from Brandenburg Concerto, No. 1, Movement 4

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Rabash. What Are Truth and Falsehood in the Work?. 40 (1991)

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A formal legal demand letter had been sent to the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) over its upcoming “Nakba” exhibit, “Palestine Uprooted: Nakba Past and Present.” There are broad concerns that the exhibit promotes a one-sided, historically inaccurate Palestinian Arab narrative that delegitimizes Israel, erases Jewish history, and risks inciting antisemitism. Even incitement to violence with slogans by some of its proponents to eliminate the Zionist disease. It calls on the museum to pause the exhibit, ensure balance, and comply with its mandate as a publicly funded human rights institution. Don James is CEO of Bridges for Peace Canada, in Winnipeg – the epicenter of this threat – and explains what happened and what needs to happen.Reach Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture Marc Miller at marc.miller@parl.gc.ca, and Canadian Museum for Human Rights CEO Isha Kahn at isha.khan@humanrights.ca, and bnycum@nycum.com. PLEASE DONATE TO THE GENESIS 123 FOUNDATION AT WWW.GENESIS123.CO For information about and how to register for Root & Branch, please go to www.RootandBranchIsrael.comConnect with the Genesis 123 Foundation at www.Genesis123.co and learn how you can host Shabbat in your community.FB - www.facebook.com/Genesis123Foundation Twitter - @Genesis123FIG - Genesis_123_FoundationFind out how you can be part of Run for Zion and bless Israel with every step at www.RunforZion.com. --

Rabash. What Are Truth and Falsehood in the Work?. 40 (1991) (11.04.2003)

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In a culture that muddies the waters, sometimes we need to return to basic categories as we evaluate ideas. Here are some tools to do that.To read the original post, visit https://www.thedisciplemakingparent.com/ideas-truth-and-falsehoods/

Howie Kurtz on the internal friction at 60 Minutes following the hiring of tech journalist Nick Bilton, the dramatic firing of veteran anchor Scott Pelley after he confronted leadership over allegations of media bias, and President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting Director of National Intelligence.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As reports of severe illness and death come in, the Bozeman outbreak moves from medical mystery to full public health investigation. Local and state investigators race to identify the source, shut down the risk, interview patients, collect food samples, and figure out whether anyone else could still be in danger.The early signal points toward one unlikely ingredient: morel mushrooms. But for toxicologists, that raises more questions than answers. Morels are supposed to be edible. Rapid vomiting and diarrhea usually suggest foodborne illness, not a deadly mushroom poisoning. So investigators have to ask the question that will drive the rest of the series: is the morel really the culprit, or is something else hiding in the meal?In Episode 2 of A Morel Dilemma, we meet the public health team on the front lines, hear how the outbreak was contained, and begin testing the first theories behind what made diners so sick.Select references:False Morel Text BookFDA Survey of Imported Mushrooms Contamination with Toxic SpeciesDr. Vohra' studyBonus Episode on Remembering Toxic MushroomsDr. Stanton's Muscarine CaseBonus Episode on MuscarineA Morel DilemmaSupport the showReview the show where ever your listeningGet Messages from Toxo (Join the Newsletter!)Join as a supporting memberAd free episodesBonus content and early accessDiscounts and give aways on GOTA PICCEM Mushroom card gameThe GOTTA PICCEM Poisonous Mushroom Game!The Poisonus Fungus Amongus Children's Book!Full book reading (6 minutes!)Tox trinkets (Rep the show at home!)Reach the showEmail: Toxtalk1@gmail.comMore Show ResourcesRyan's Medical Games and ResourcesShow Website

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 Yet another great Wednesday show! Our own Kerby Anderson will host. In the first hour, Kerby welcomes Lindsey Medenwaldt. A writer, editor, teacher, and speaker, she brings us her book, What If Jesus Is Right?: Examining Jesus' Claims About Himself in a World Full of Falsehoods?  Connect with us on Facebook at […]

Chris once served a mission in Japan and remembers the spiritual experiences and feelings from that time very vividly. His journey through spirituality, God, and religion became a lifelong pursuit of discovery, reflection, and truth.Over the years, he found that studying these subjects deeply enriched his life and expanded his understanding of light, truth, and human nature.In this powerful personal reflection, Chris encourages others to leave no stone unturned in their own search for truth.According to Chris, truth is never afraid of investigation. It can be examined from every angle and still remain true. Falsehood, on the other hand, often avoids scrutiny and begins to unravel under careful examination.He shares thoughts on:• Why truth withstands criticism and debate• How false beliefs often depend on fear, tradition, or social pressure• The relationship between knowledge and discernment• Why truth must align with reality and consistencyOriginal video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nj9uLK-Z1MM&list=WL&index=11&t=1217sTo continue reading Chris's full thoughts and experiences:https://wasmormon.org/profile/chrisj/Please consider making a donation by joining our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MormonNewsRoundup Email: kolob@mormonnewsroundup.org Website: https://mormonnewsroundup.org/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mormonnewsroundup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mormon_news_roundup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093511869924 X: https://twitter.com/NewsMormon New episodes LIVE every Sunday and Monday nights at 9:30PM ESTPlease like and subscribe and hit the notifications bell. Remember remember, no unhallowed hand can stop this podcast from progressing!The Mormon News Roundup is NOT affilated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Hitler's Big Lie found fresh expression with Hamas supporters claiming the absurdity that Israel is perpetrating genocide in its right to defend itself, executed in a legal and humane way. An accusation launched by none other than an organization that has in its charter and all of its rhetoric the desire to destroy Israel and every Jew living therein. In this episode we explore how Hitler and the Nazi propaganda machine utilized the "big lie" with incredible effectiveness. Whereas the virtuous woman is extolled for being an individual that may always be trusted, we conclude with a chilling story highlighting that the word of honor of one not committed to truth, is a mockery of honor. Credits: Battle of Stalingrad that Changed World War II: InstaFactsVibe Learn more at TellerFromJerusalem.com Don't forget to subscribe, like and share! Let all your friends know that that they too can have a new favorite podcast. © 2026 Media Education Trust llc

"Anything will work again, as long as you unplug it long enough, even you." This simple principle serves as the heartbeat for reclaiming a life dedicated to authentic human depth. In a world optimized for digital efficiency and "frictionless" convenience, the true currency of a meaningful life remains the unscalable power of independent thought, presence, and intentional effort. In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, Ashleigh Spiliopoulou explores the growing cultural movement of "Friction Maxing" — the intentional reintroduction of effort, inconvenience, and presence into our daily routines. Ashleigh shares insights from her month-long experiment with deliberate inconvenience, including rawdogging a 24-hour flight to Australia and ditching her headphones on daily runs. Together, the conversation dives into the rise of mainstream AI infiltration, the psychological dangers of AI Psychosis and FOBO (Fear Of Becoming Obsolete), and why healthy friction is ultimately the secret weapon for nervous system regulation, creative clarity, and deep human connection.   10 Memorable Quotes: "In a world of frictionless design, what if we friction maxed a couple things to add a little bit of meaning back into life?" "The more efficient and outsourced we get through really well-designed technology, the more it feels like life is kind of evaporating from us." "Why would I think for myself when AI could think for me?" "Frictionless isn't bad in every scenario." "The process was so beautiful, and then the result was so satisfying." "AI has so much potential and brilliance for so many areas of our lives, but it shouldn't be designed to replace our brain." "It's not necessarily teaching people something new. It's reminding them, this is how you used to live." "First we need to unlearn." "It's rebellious. It's so fun." "Anything will work again, as long as you unplug it long enough, even you." 10 Key Takeaways: The Origin of Friction Maxing: Exploring Catherine Jezer-Morton's January 2026 article in The Cut magazine that sparked a mainstream conversation on adding intentional effort to life. The Falsehood of Frictionless Relationships: Reflecting on Esther Perel's cultural work and how eliminating interpersonal friction directly fuels the loneliness epidemic. The Threat of Cognitive Decay: How outsourcing daily thought processes to technology results in a tangible feeling of your brain disintegrating. Understanding AI Psychosis: Confronting the psychological danger of over-trusting automated companions until you completely lose trust in your own mind. Dismantling FOBO: Analyzing the "Fear Of Becoming Obsolete" and how surrendering creativity and discernment to AI attacks our baseline human self-worth. The No-Headphone Run: Why leaving audio stimulation at home forced a deeper focus on surroundings, leading to a fresher, more imaginative brain. The Gesture of Friendship: How exchanging a frictionless voice note for a handwritten letter to Boston reestablished a visceral, emotional sense of connection. Rawdogging a Flight: The profound creative clarity that emerged from enduring a 24-hour flight to Australia completely detached from movies, podcasts, or Wi-Fi. Unlearning for a 180 World: Recognizing that surviving the modern technological landscape requires us to actively unlearn automatic habits to relearn how to think. Architected Attention: Understanding that tech companies deliberately engineer frictionless designs solely to fork over your attention, money, and will. About our Guest: Ashleigh Spiliopoulou is a freelance journalist and health writer specializing in women's health, travel, and culture. A former heptathlete, her words have appeared in prominent publications including Condé Nast Traveller, Marie Claire, Women's Health, Stylist, Dazed, and Glamour. She is also the Co-Founder of Sunnie Runners, an inclusive London-based run club, and SOLA, a supper club designed for women looking to build personal and professional connections. Built on a foundation of storytelling, her work advocates for the vital necessity of using creative friction to protect human meaning and connection.

The Falsehoods of Worldly Existence - All the Winds of Heaven - Absolute Dissolution, 2 2, Season 4, Out-of-Body Travel FilmsBased on the Book Series 'The Mysteries of the Redemption: A Treatise on Out-of-Body Travel and Mysticism,' by Marilynn HughesThe Out-of-Body Travel Foundation - https://outofbodytravel.org – Astral Travel and Astral Projection: Download Books, Films, Seminars, Livestreams, Music, Art, Vignettes, Radio and TV Appearances and More on Out-of-Body Experiences. (Ghosts, Reincarnation, Initiations, Heaven, Hell, Angels, Demons.) Out-of-Body Travel Author, Marilynn Hughes (Copyright)Out of Body Travel, Out of Body Experiences, Out of Body, Astral Travel, Astral Projection, Near Death Experiences, Mystical Experiences, OBE, OOBE, NDE

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You've listened to Neville's words. Now practice living from them. Join Unlock God Mode at unlockgodmode.org and begin a 30-day journey into state, assumption, self-concept, and conscious creation.  ------------------------ Start here: nevillegoddard.com – download Neville Goddard's most powerful book free and receive weekly insights to help you manifest.  ------------------------ NEW PODCAST: Follow the brand new Neville Goddard Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast platform. The Neville Goddard Podcast is dedicated to bringing Neville's timeless ideas into a modern, immersive format you can return to again and again. This is a modern faithful interpretation of Neville Goddard's most powerful teachings. Listen to Episode 1 on Spotify → Listen to Episode 1 on Apple Podcasts →   ---------Neville once said, “Assumption, if persisted in, will harden into fact.” That one truth is enough to change your life. The question is, how do you live from that place, day by day? That's exactly what Unlock God Mode was created to help you do.If you've been waiting for a sign to take Neville's teachings deeper and make them the rhythm of your daily life, this is it. Start your journey now: unlockgodmode.org. ---------Falsehood Is Prophetic (Neville Goddard, 1965 Lecture) ***Download the free Neville Goddard PDF Guide at manifestwithneville.com - Discover the transformative power of Neville Goddard's wisdom with this FREE 60-page guide on his 12 timeless principles of manifestation and reality creation.★ Follow the podcast for daily lectures from the mystic Neville Goddard ★FREE RESOURCES:• Join the FREE Neville Goddard newsletter• Join the FREE Telegram Channel• Feeling is the Secret • Full Audiobook* * *The James Xander Trip Podcast:• Listen on Spotify• Listen on Apple Podcasts• Listen on YouTubeDIVE DEEPER:• The Unlock God Mode Course• The Infinite Wealth Guided Meditation* * *ABOUT NEVILLE GODDARD:Neville Goddard (1905-1972), was an English writer, speaker and mystic. He grew up in Barbados and moved to the United States of America as a young adult. Neville Goddard was perhaps the last century's most intellectually substantive and charismatic purveyor of the philosophy generally called New Thought. He wrote more than ten books under the solitary pen name Neville, and was a popular speaker on metaphysical themes from the late 1930s until his death in 1972.Possessed of a self-educated and uncommonly sharp intellect, Neville espoused a spiritual vision that was bold and total: Everything you see and experience, including other people, is the result of your own thoughts and emotional states. Each of us dreams into existence an infinitude of realities and outcomes. When you realize this, Neville taught, you will discover yourself to be a slumbering branch of the Creator clothed in human form, and at the helm of limitless possibilities.Neville's thought system influenced a wide range of spiritual thinkers and writers, from bestselling author Dr. Joseph Murphy to Rhonda Byrne and Wayne Dyer.He has inspired and continues to inspire millions of readers around the world.* * *SOCIALS:• Neville Goddard Newsletter• Neville Goddard Telegram• Neville Goddard Instagram• Neville Goddard Threads• Neville Goddard Twitter• Neville Goddard YouTube* * *ABOUT THE COURSEUnlock God Mode is a transformative 30-day course designed to accelerate your journey towards greater wealth, love, and success through a deeper understanding and manipulation of your reality.  Comprising of 30 audio lessons, this course unfolds as a self-paced, introspective expedition into reality creation, aiding you in elevating your consciousness to what's referred to as the God Mode. Throughout this journey, practical tools will be provided daily to help enrich your life with more love, money, and success by altering your mental models and perceptions. This course combines theory and hands-on experience to create a unique deep dive into manifestation, consciousness, and reality creation. Join me on an extraordinary, 30-day adventure (1 lesson per day) and watch your reality transform. Begin the Unlock God Mode experience today »* * *Follow Neville Goddard on Telegram, Instagram, Threads, Twitter, and YouTube.★ Join the FREE Neville Goddard newsletter ★» For the Neville Goddard listener: Access the 30-Day Unlock God Mode Program «----------

You know that feeling where you read a headline and your brain glitches? Where you think, "Didn't they literally say the opposite of this yesterday? On camera? With their face hole?"You're not imagining it. And you're not losing your mind.In this episode, Robin breaks down the documented, studied, historically proven strategy behind the constant contradictions coming out of Washington. This isn't incompetence. This isn't "mixed messaging." This is a destabilization tactic.She's covering:1. The RAND Corporation's "Firehose of Falsehood" propaganda model and why it works2. How the Trump administration's shifting, contradictory statements on the Iran war are a textbook case of managed chaos3. The Truth Default Theory: Why your brain is hardwired to believe authority figures even when you consciously know they're lying4. Learned helplessness: the psychology experiment from the 1960s5. Why "I just don't follow politics anymore" is what they want. 6. Who profits from your confusion7. How to stay connectedThis is not a news roundup episode. Also, you're not too sensitive. You're not too political. You're not too online. You are on the receiving end of an actual strategic choice. Let's talk about it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/we-saw-the-devil-unfiltered-political-analysis--4433638/support.Website: http://www.wesawthedevil.comPatreon: http://www.patreon.com/wesawthedevilDiscord: https://discord.gg/X2qYXdB4Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/WeSawtheDevilInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/wesawthedevilpodcast.

reference: Sri Aurobindo and the Mother, The Psychic Being — Soul: Its Nature, Mission and Evolution, Section 2 Role, Function and Action of the Psychic, pp. 50-51This episode is also available as a blog post at https://sriaurobindostudies.wordpress.com/2026/05/05/the-soul-immediately-separates-truth-from-falsehood/Video presentations, interviews and podcast episodes are allavailable on the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@santoshkrinsky871More information about Sri Aurobindo can be found at www.aurobindo.net  The US editions and links to e-book editions of SriAurobindo's writings can be found at Lotus Press www.lotuspress.com#Sri Aurobindo #The Mother #yoga #integral yoga #spirituality #soul #psychic being

Welcome to Day 2848 of Wisdom-Trek. Thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom. Day 2848 – Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 119:161-168 – Daily Wisdom Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2848 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2848 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Wisdom-Trek: The Shin of Shalom – Great Peace Amidst Powerful Princes In our previous episode on this grand expedition, we hiked through the twentieth stanza of Psalm One Hundred Nineteen, known as the “Resh” section. We stood in the cosmic courtroom, exhausted by the relentless attacks of the wicked. But instead of surrendering, we appealed to the Highest Authority. We asked the Creator, the Supreme Judge of the Divine Council, to step down and act as our personal Advocate. We learned that the sum total of God's Word is absolute truth, and that His perfect justice will stand firm, long after the chaotic noise of this world has faded away into dust. Today, we take a deep, steadying breath, and we step forward into the twenty-first, and penultimate, stanza of this magnificent, alphabetical mountain. We are exploring the “Shin” section, covering Psalm One Hundred Nineteen, verses one hundred sixty-one through one hundred sixty-eight, in the New Living Translation. In the ancient Hebrew alphabet, the letter “Shin” was originally depicted as two front teeth, or a consuming flame. It represents something that presses down, consumes, or destroys. But it is also the first letter of one of the most beautiful and profound words in the entire Hebrew language: Shalom, meaning peace, wholeness, and cosmic order. In this stanza, the psalmist is facing the intense, pressing weight of powerful earthly rulers. Yet, instead of being consumed by fear, he is consumed by a blazing love for the truth. He discovers an unshakeable, indestructible Shalom that no human prince can ever take away. Let us step onto the trail, and learn how to find perfect peace on a battlefield. Trembling Before the True King (Reads Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred sixty-one and one hundred sixty-two NLT) Powerful people harass me without cause, but my heart trembles only at your word. I rejoice in your word like one who discovers a great treasure. The stanza opens with a chilling, intimidating reality. “Powerful people harass me without cause.” Other translations render this as, “Princes persecute me without a cause.” We must look at this through the lens of the Ancient Israelite worldview. In the ancient Near East, princes and kings were not merely political figures. They were considered the earthly avatars, the human representatives, of the rebel gods who governed the disinherited nations. To be harassed by princes meant that you were facing the absolute pinnacle of earthly, and spiritual, power. These rulers possessed armies, wealth, and the legal authority to execute their enemies. And they are targeting the psalmist “without cause,” simply because his loyalty to Yahweh exposes the corruption of their dark, chaotic kingdoms. When the most powerful people on earth are trying to destroy you, the natural human response is absolute, paralyzing terror. But look at the staggering, defiant posture of the psalmist: “...but my heart trembles only at your word.” He effectively looks at the menacing princes, heavily armed and breathing threats, and he shrugs. He refuses to give them the satisfaction of his fear. He reserves his trembling, his profound, bristling awe, exclusively for the Creator of the universe. He knows that these earthly princes are temporary pawns, destined to return to the dust. Why should he fear a mortal ruler, when he serves the Immortal King who spoke the galaxies into existence? The awe of God completely neutralizes the fear of man. This shift in perspective produces an incredible emotional high. “I rejoice in your word like one who discovers a great treasure.” The literal Hebrew translation is incredibly vivid: “I rejoice at Your word as one who finds great spoil.” This is the language of warfare. Spoil, or plunder, is the massive, accumulated wealth that a victorious army captures after defeating an enemy empire. The psalmist is surrounded by hostile princes, yet he feels like a conquering general. He realizes that possessing the truth of God's cosmic blueprint is infinitely more valuable than any treasure those earthly princes could ever offer him. He has already won the war, simply by holding the Word of Yahweh in his hands. The Rhythm of Perfection and the Hatred of the Lie (Reads Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verses one hundred sixty-three and one hundred sixty-four NLT) I hate and abhor all falsehood, but I love your instructions. I will praise you seven times a day because all your regulations are just. Because his heart is captivated by the magnificent treasure of God's truth, he experiences a violent, visceral reaction to deception. “I hate and abhor all falsehood, but I love your instructions.” Notice the intensity of the verbs. He does not just dislike falsehood; he hates and abhors it. In the Divine Council worldview, falsehood is the native language of the serpent. It is the dark, deceptive operating system of the rebel spiritual principalities. Falsehood is not just a polite fib; it is the cosmic lie that humanity can flourish independently from the Creator. It is the lie that causes wars, oppression, and death. When you truly love the instructions of God, you naturally develop a holy, righteous allergy to the lies of the enemy. You cannot remain neutral. You must actively abhor the deception that is currently destroying the world, in order to fiercely protect the truth that saves it. To actively guard his mind against the constant barrage of these cultural lies, the psalmist implements a strict, spiritual discipline. “I will praise you seven times a day because all your regulations are just.” In biblical numerology, the number seven, or sheva, represents completion, perfection, and covenant fulfillment. By stating that he praises God seven times a day, the psalmist is not necessarily describing a rigid, legalistic schedule. He is describing a state of perpetual, complete, and unceasing worship. When the powerful princes harass him, and the culture screams its falsehoods, he purposefully interrupts the noise. He stops what he is doing, looks up to the heavens, and praises the perfect justice of Yahweh. He creates a continuous, sevenfold rhythm of gratitude that completely drowns out the threats of the enemy. The Fortress of Shalom (Reads Psalm One Hundred Nineteen: verse one hundred sixty-five NLT) Those who love your instructions have great peace and do not stumble. This single verse serves as the absolute, beating heart of the “Shin” stanza. It contains the magnificent promise of the Creator. “Those who love your instructions have great peace and do not stumble.” The Hebrew phrase for “great peace” is Shalom rab. To our modern ears, peace usually implies a quiet afternoon, a relaxing vacation, or the temporary absence of conflict. But the biblical concept of Shalom is far heavier, and infinitely more powerful. Shalom means absolute wholeness, completeness, health, and total alignment with the cosmic order of God. Remember, the psalmist is currently being hunted by powerful people. His external world is chaotic, dangerous, and violent. Yet, internally, he possesses Shalom rab—abundant, overflowing wholeness. How is this possible? Because his peace is not tethered to his circumstances; it is tethered to his love for God's instructions. When you love the Torah, you align your soul with the unshakeable architecture of the universe. The political systems may collapse, the economy may fail, and the princes may rage, but your internal foundation remains absolutely secure. Because of this profound, stabilizing peace, the psalmist declares that they “do not stumble.” Literally, the text says, “and for them there is no stumbling block.” The wicked are constantly laying traps, snares, and tripwires to bring the believer down. But when your eyes are fixed on the cosmic blueprint, and your heart is filled with Shalom, those stumbling blocks lose their power. You see the traps of greed, fear, and arrogance for what they really are, and you simply step over them. 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