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    Daily Drive with Lakepointe Church
    ALL Major Religions EXPLAINED in Under 90 Minutes (ft. Dr. Frank Turek) | Live Free with Josh Howerton

    Daily Drive with Lakepointe Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 111:18


    Do all religions lead to God? Are Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and other faiths really teaching the same thing? In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Carlos Erazo and Paul Cunningham are joined by renowned Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek to tackle one of the most important questions a person can ask: What is true? Together, they explore why so many religions exist, whether all faiths ultimately point to the same destination, and the major differences between Christianity and the world's largest religions. They also address one of the most common objections to Christianity: Does God's judgment in the Bible make Him a moral monster? From Judaism and Islam to Mormonism, Buddhism, and atheism, this conversation provides a practical framework for understanding what different worldviews teach about God, humanity, salvation, and Jesus. Most importantly, you'll discover why Christianity stands apart from every other religion—and why the identity of Jesus changes everything. In This Episode: Do all religions lead to the same God? Is God a moral monster in the Old Testament? Christianity vs. Judaism: What's the difference? What Islam teaches about Jesus Buddhism, Hinduism, and atheism in simple terms Why Christianity is unique among all religions How to have better conversations with people of other faiths If you've ever wondered how different religions compare—or how to confidently explain your faith—this episode is for you. Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

    Hunger for Wholeness
    Apocalyptic AI and the Stories Technology Tells with Robert Geraci

    Hunger for Wholeness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 36:21 Transcription Available


    In this episode of Hunger for Wholeness, Ilia Delio speaks with scholar Robert Geraci about apocalyptic AI, robotics, transhumanist hope, and the religious stories embedded in technological imagination. Geraci traces how his study of robotics led him to notice strikingly religious themes in the writings of engineers and futurists: immortality, resurrection, salvation, and the future transformation of humanity.Together, Ilia and Robert explore the mid-20th-century roots of computer intelligence, the shadow of world war, and the deep eschatological hopes and fears that shaped early conversations about machines, minds, and human destiny. They consider how figures such as Hans Moravec, Ray Kurzweil, J. B. S. Haldane, Julian Huxley, Norbert Wiener, and Alan Turing reveal the religious imagination at work within technological culture.Later in the episode, the conversation turns toward technology, ecology, and responsibility. Rather than treating technology as the enemy, Ilia and Robert ask how human beings might reclaim the deeper narratives, values, and forms of belonging needed to guide technological development toward the flourishing of the whole Earth community.ABOUT ROBERT GERACIRobert M Geraci is the Knight Distinguished Chair for the Study of Religion & Culture at Knox College. His research explores religion, science and technology in the contemporary world. He is the author of Apocalyptic AI: Visions of Heaven in Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Virtual Reality (Oxford 2010), Virtually Sacred: Myths and Meaning in World of Warcraft and Second Life (Oxford 2014), Temples of Modernity: Nationalism, Hinduism, and Transhumanism in South Indian Science (Lexington 2018), Futures of Artificial Intelligence: Perspectives from India and the U.S. (Oxford 2022), and Futureproofing Humanity: Existential Risk and the Technomyths of Human Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Our Future among the Stars (self 2026). He has been a visiting researcher at Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Institute, the Indian Institute of Science and the National Institute for Advanced Studies in Bangalore, India. His research has been supported by the US National Science Foundation, the Republic of Korea National Research Foundation, the American Academy of Religion and two Fulbright-Nehru research awards. He enjoys kayaking, hiking, videogames, and Dungeons & Dragons but doesn't really have time for any of it. Join us for the Center's 10th Anniversary Conference, November 9–11 in Villanova, Pennsylvania, with a virtual option available. In a time of deep political, social, ecological, and spiritual division, this gathering explores how love can become a compass for transformation. Learn more and register at christogenesis.org/conference. We are currently in the midst of our summer fundraiser, From Fear to Hope: Change and the Perpetual Growth of Life. As the Center marks its tenth anniversary, your support sustains our conferences, webinars, publications, and emerging global learning platform. Please consider making a generous contribution at christogenesis.org/donate.Support the showA huge thank you to all of you who subscribe and support our show! Support for A Hunger for Wholeness comes from the Fetzer Institute. Fetzer supports a movement of organizations who are applying spiritual solutions to society's toughest problems. Get involved at fetzer.org.Visit the Center for Christogenesis' website at christogenesis.org/podcast to browse all Hunger for Wholeness episodes and read more from Ilia Delio.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for episode releases and other updates.

    Divij’s Den
    Big Nik EXPOSES The Dark Truth About Hollywood And Hinduism | Divij's Den EP177

    Divij’s Den

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 59:17


    In this powerful conversation, Nik Keswani shares his incredible journey from growing up in a Hindu household, building a massive audience online, chasing success in Los Angeles, and living a fast-paced lifestyle, to finding faith, purpose, discipline, and a completely transformed life.We dive deep into spirituality, personal growth, overcoming destructive habits, mental health, identity, purpose, entrepreneurship, content creation, social media, faith, relationships, forgiveness, self-discipline, and what it really means to live with conviction in today's world.If this episode challenged you, inspired you, or helped you see things differently, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it.Follow Divij!Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/divijvaswani?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@divijvaswani?_r=1&_t=ZT-92MP61DG6yz

    Let's Talk Religion
    The History of "Hare Krishna" (Gaudiya Vaishnavism)

    Let's Talk Religion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 55:28


    The Hare Krishna movement didn't start with chanting monks in airports, it began over 500 years ago with a Bengali mystic named Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. This video traces the full history of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, from its roots in 16th-century devotional Hinduism to its transformation into the global ISKCON movement, brought to the West by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1965. We cover the theology of Krishna Consciousness, the bhakti tradition, and how an obscure regional sect became one of the most visible spiritual movements in modern history.Written by Anmol Kohli Co-written by Filip HolmFind me and my music here:https://linktr.ee/filipholmSupport Let's Talk Religion on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/letstalkreligion Or through a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/talkreligiondonateSources/Recommended Reading:Swami Tapasyananda, Bhakti Schools of Vedanta (Sri Ramakrishna Math Chennai,1990).o Chapter on ‘Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu: Life', pages 323-407.o Chapter on ‘Sri Caitanya Mahāprabhu: Philosophy', pages 408-451.Bryant, Edwin (2004). "The Hare Krishna Movement: The Postcharismatic Fate of a Religious Transplant". Columbia University Press.Bryant, Edwin (translated by) (2017). "Bhakti Yoga: Tales and Teachings from the Bhagavata Purana". North Point Press.Bryant, Edwin. Bhakti Yoga: Tales and Teachings from the Bhagavata Purana (Pan Macmillan India, 2018).Dwyer, Graham & Richard J. Cole (ed.) (2007). "The Hare Krishna Movement: Forty Years of Chant and Change". I.B. Tauris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Camp Gagnon
    The Forbidden Hindu Text That Details Death

    Camp Gagnon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 42:45


    Today we're looking into the Hindu philosophy around death and the afterlife. We'll explore the ancient "map" of the soul's journey, the mechanics of reincarnation, and the chilling testimonies of those who claim to have seen the other side. From children with memories of past lives to verifiable physical marks that link them to the deceased, we're diving deep into the mysteries of the Atman and Samsara... WELCOME TO RELIGION CAMP!

    Daily Devotional By Archbishop Foley Beach
    To Be a Jesus Follower, You Must First Enter the Only Door to God's Kingdom and that Door is Jesus – the Door to Eternal Life

    Daily Devotional By Archbishop Foley Beach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 1:00


    To Be a Jesus Follower, You Must First Enter the Only Door to God's Kingdom and that Door is Jesus – the Door to Eternal Life MESSAGE SUMMARY: In John 14:6, Jesus says: “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life; no one come to the Father but through me.”. In Luke 13:23-25, Jesus is asked a pivotal question; and Jesus responded: “And someone said to him, ‘Lord, will those who are saved be few?' And he said to them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door. For many, I tell you, will seek to enter and will not be able. When once the master of the house has risen and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and to knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, open to us,' then he will answer you, ‘I do not know where you come from.'”. It is not that Jesus does not want all to be saved, it is just that the “gate”, to our Salvation and Eternal Life, is “narrow” and difficult to enter. We enter Eternal Life through Jesus and Jesus alone, and so many miss this fundamental tenant of our Christian faith; and they miss knowing Jesus – Jesus is the door, the narrow door. Neither Islam, nor Hinduism, nor just “my personal religion” is the door – Jesus is the only door.   TODAY'S PRAYER: Keeping the Sabbath, Lord, will require a lot of changes in the way I am living life. Teach me, Lord, how to take the next step with this in a way that fits my unique personality and situation. Help me to trust you with all that will remain unfinished and to enjoy my humble place in your very large world. In Jesus' name, amen.    Scazzero, Peter. Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Day by Day (p. 129). Zondervan. Kindle Edition. TODAY'S AFFIRMATION: Today, I affirm that because of what God has done for me in His Son, Jesus, I AM FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT. If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him! Luke 11:13 SCRIPTURE REFERENCE (ESV): John 14:6; Mathew 3:1-3; John 4:1-5; Psalms 33a:1-11. A WORD FROM THE LORD WEBSITE: www.AWFTL.org. THIS SUNDAY'S AUDIO SERMON: You can listen to Archbishop Beach's Current Sunday Sermon: “Be Strong & Courageous” at our Website: https://awordfromthelord.org/listen/    DONATE TO AWFTL: https://mygiving.secure.force.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0Ui000000DglsqEAB

    Fellowship Bible Church Conway
    Jude: Contending for the Faith - Jude 4-16

    Fellowship Bible Church Conway

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026


    Some Very Good Bad ExamplesJude 4-16 Some Very Good Bad Examples: Jude 4-16 Ken Wilson For the bulletin in PDF form, click here.Message SlidesDefectors from What? - SwindollTheological Triage - MohlerFinding the Right Hills to Die On - Gavin OrtlandThe “Sons of God” in Genesis 6:1-4 - Allen RossCannonicity of the OT and NT - WilsonIntroduction: Bibles and Bible Reading - Some Surprising StatisticsThe Current Crisis(Godless False Teachers are in the Church.)• Predicted: False teachers have infiltrated the church (4a).• Perverted: False teachers pervert the grace of God (4b).• Profane: False teachers deny the Lordship of Christ (4b).The Past Precedent(Three Very Good Bad Examples Illustrate the Certainty of Judgment.)• Unbelieving Israel: Unbelievers were judged after being delivered (5).• Angels: Rebellious angels are kept in darkness for later judgment (6).• Sodom and Gomorrah: The perverse in the cities were judged by fire (7).The Present Parallel(Arrogance and Greed Characterize False Teachers.)• Conceited: False Teachers are arrogant and misunderstand authority (8-10).• Predictable: False Teachers are selfish [like Cain], greedy [like Balaam], and rebellious [like Korah] (11).• Dangerous: False Teachers are dangerous [like a hidden reef], selfish [like greedy shepherds], unsatisfying [like rainless clouds], dead [like a barren tree], shameful [like stormy waves], unreliable guides [like wandering stars], and destined for judgment (12-13).The Future Prospect(False Teachers will be Judged by God and Angels.)• Destiny: As Enoch prophesied, they will be judged by God (14-15).• Character: They're grumbling, critical, immoral, self-centered manipulators (16). The character and destiny of false teachers who will face an impartial and righteous judge should deter us from following them in the last days.UPG FOCUS: The Amma Kodaga are a small Hindu people group living in the hilly regions of southern India, where they farm crops like coffee and spices and live in close-knit, tradition-rich communities. They practice Hinduism, blending cultural rituals with deep respect for family and heritage. Though the NT is available in their language, there are no known believers among them. Pray that they would be drawn to Jesus, that disciples would be raised up among them, and that workers would go to share the gospel.FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 06/07 76,526Giving For 06/14 37,554YTD Budget 1,730,769Giving 2,044,634 OVER/(UNDER) 313,865 Automate the ImportantWe understand that the summer months can be a whirlwind of new schedules and travel. To ensure the continuous growth of Fellowship's ministry, we encourage you to simplify your giving process by automating it. It's a straightforward and hassle-free process. Just visit fellowshipconway.org/give, click “Ready to Give?” then “Recurring,” and fill out the necessary information. If you need any assistance, feel free to reach out to John in our office at 501-327-3444 between 8:30 and 4:30, Monday through Thursday.New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Women's Watercolor NightPut Wednesday, July 29th at 6 pm on your calendar! Please bring yourself and a friend. All materials are supplied. We will all be practicing different watercolor techniques and participating in some fun watercolor activities! This will be fun for participants of all levels of experience. Remember: it's about the process, not the product! Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332 for childcare.Fellowship Women's Recipe SwapSunday, July 12th, at 6 pm, join us at the home of Gale Allen: 63 Moseley Lane, Conway, for a fun evening of sharing favorite recipes, delicious food, and great fellowship! Tara Brown will be there to do a cooking demo! Bring a dish to share and a copy of your recipe. Feel free to invite a friend! Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.Help us Bless our VBS Volunteers!We're looking for people to sign up to provide snacks and treats throughout the week to keep our amazing volunteers energized as they serve. If you'd like to help please contact Ashley, Aoverstreet@fellowshipconway.org or Heather, Hfulmer@fellowshipconway.org Thank you for supporting those who are investing in the lives of our children! Widows' America 250 Luncheon Wear your red, white, or blue as we enjoy our special guests Colonel C. Jason Carter, USA Retired and Rebecca Carter Thursday, July 16 at noon, 3680 Gresham Dr. RSVP by July 2 to Judy, 501-329-3535 or Ambra, 501-730-6795.Men's Discussion GroupMen's Discussion Group starts back up July 2 with “Making Sense of God” by Timothy Keller. This book discussion will both strengthen your own faith and enhance your ability to productively engage with nonbelievers. We'll gain an understanding of how God makes so much more sense of identity, freedom, purpose, evil, and other experiences than a secular view does. We invite all men to join us; just get a copy of the book and join us for discussion in the FBC Library on Thursdays. Contact Andy at 501-314-9121 for information. Prayer During ServiceWe love to pray for one another. Our prayer team will have people at the front of the Auditorium under the signs Hope and Love to pray for you after the message. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.

    Dog with Blog
    Dogs in Hinduism: Divine Messenger or Ritual Impurity?

    Dog with Blog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2026 18:58


    A dog follows a dying king up the mountain to heaven's gate. The god of righteousness refuses to enter unless the dog comes too. That story, from the Mahabharata, is where any honest look at dogs in Hinduism has to start.We cover the full dual role: dogs as divine messengers and guardians of the afterlife, companions to Yama, Bhairava and Dattatreya, protectors of the holy city of Kashi — and, at the same time, animals marked as ritually impure and kept out of temples. Plus the living practices that still venerate them, from Nepal's Kukur Tihar to specialised Bhairava shrines.One throughline: in these texts, how you treat a dog is a test of your dharma.Read the full guide to dogs in Hinduism on Dog With Blog.Topics: dogs in Hinduism, Yama, Kaal Bhairav, Dattatreya, Kukur Tihar, Mahabharata, four Vedas, dharma, Kashi.

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast
    0954 - TALKS: Time & Mind Today

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026


    Episode 0954 - Time & Mind Today (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Commentary on the current experience of 'time speeding up' with reference to an X/Twitter posting, interpreted by Joseph P. Farrell on his website. Physics & metaphysics of both time & subjective exerience of phenomenal sequence. Changes in atomic measurement of the time unit, the current planetary

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast
    0953 - TALKS: Alienation to Detachment

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026


    Episode 0953 - Alienation to Detachment (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Comments on Wanderers' movement from alienation to wise & balanced detachment. Metaphysical incompatibility & longing for the impossible, path and relational service, spiritual homesickness, and the perfection of long-term incorrigability.Additional references from Advaita Vedanta, core Taoism,

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter
    It Can All Go Away in a Second (50 Days in the Forest)

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 31:29


    Send me a messageIn a world that never stops moving, I spent 50 days alone in the forest to find the one thing we all overlook: stillness. This journey wasn't just about survival; it was a realization that everything we hold onto can disappear in an instant.In this podcast, I share the raw, unfiltered experience of my 50-day transformation and the profound lessons on oneness, peace, and the truth about what it means to be alive.What you'll learn:- The power of silence and solitude.- How to find peace in a chaotic world.- Why "letting go" is the ultimate path to freedom.- "The more you know, the less you need."#ToddPerelmuter #SpiritualJourney #Mindfulness #Stillness #Meditation #SelfDiscoveryFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

    The Ziglar Show
    How To Move Through Modern Life With Inner Calm w/ Former Monk Dandapani

    The Ziglar Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 61:23


    My guest is Dandapani. He became an ordained Hindu monk under the guidance of one of Hinduism's foremost spiritual leaders of our time. For 10 years he lived a life of serious personal discipline and training at his guru's cloistered monastery in Hawaii. Here he learned to control his mind. He learned to focus. And he believes this is the key to finding one's purpose. We would probably all agree that it is easier to focus when you live in a monastery in Hawaii. Dandapani readily agrees. Yet he believed the teachings would work in the outside world as well, and now he's proved it. He left the monastery and moved to New York where he started a business, got married, and became a father. Today he is a highly sought-after international speaker and leading expert on leveraging the human mind and the power of focus to create a life of purpose and joy. I just attended an event in LA with 5,000 attendees and spoke onstage along with Dandapani. I inspire myself to see him remaining centered and at peace, even as he endures the busyness of travel, work, and family like the rest of us. He has a book, The Power of Unwavering Focus. One concept from his message has changed my life. That of the mind being a vast space with many different areas and our awareness is a glowing orb of our focus that can only light up one room at a time. I invite you to settle into this discussion. Sign up for your $1/month trial period at shopify.com/kevin Go to shipstation.com and use code KEVIN to start your free trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast
    Ep. 260 - The Bliss of Pure Awareness: Satsang with Ram Dass and Friends Pt. 3

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 48:35


    Followed by spoken-word poetry from Dreaming Bear, Ram Dass and Uma Reed explore how the union of Bhakti and Vedanta leads to unchanging bliss and eternal awareness.Recorded in 2008 at Studio Maui, this mini-series features Ram Dass and guests from his satsang. Check out the first two episodes of this mini-series on episodes 245 and 255 of the Be Here Now Network's Guest Podcast.Help us celebrate 10 years of Be Here Now Network and support the next chapter of Ram Dass Here and Now. Gifts are matched dollar for dollar through June 30. Learn more and give here: BHNN 10th Birthday FundraiserToday's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.In this episode, Uma Reed and Ram Dass share insights on:Weaving together the paths of Bhakti and Vedanta Connecting to our blissful nature and a joy that is unchangingRam Dass's mushroom trip at Tim Leary's house: seeing the roles vs. the soulStripping everything away until you are pure awareness and loveSpoken word with Dreaming BearLoving all of each other the way we love our belovedGiving yourself permission to become wild and undomesticatedAbout Uma Reed:Uma was first exposed to Hindu devotional chanting in the early 1970s, while studying meditation and spiritual practices with Ram Dass and various other teachers. Kirtan was a practice that touched her deeply, and as a devotee of Neem Karoli Baba, she often participated in kirtan gatherings with fellow devotees, as well as in other ashrams and spiritual communities. For years she held kirtan in her home, and for the past dozen years or so, she has led kirtan formally in yoga studios, spiritual centers, and retreat settings. She has taught workshops and led kirtan on numerous retreats and in satsang with Ram Dass and other spiritual teachers in the U.S. and abroad.About Dreaming Bear: Dreaming Bear is a master word-smith delivering his fervent message with extraordinary verbal dexterity and relevance. He's a nomadic bard, a hip mystic and modern-language Sufic style philosopher-poet. If you'd like to experience a living combination of Spaulding Gray, Rumi, Jack Kerouac, Robin Williams, Shel Silverstein, Michael Talbot and Thich Nhat Hanh, you owe it to yourself to see Dreaming Bear. The foundation for Dreaming Bear's work as a transformational epic orator and poetic storyteller is deeply attuned to the natural world. His work as a university teacher/researcher was further defined by years spent living 'off the grid'. While in a deep communion with what the Hawaiians call the a'ina, or life force of the land, he began to take his artistry to a new level and developed many of the works that have proven to be inspiring to so many. Find out more about Nature's Poet Laureate by reading a book of his poetry. “You will always exist. Isn't that reassuring? You always exist.” –Ram DassSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Text 79 – June 17, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 56:12


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Text 79 tāvad dayālu-pravareṇa tena snehena gambhīra-mṛdu-svareṇa svastho bhavāgaccha javena vatsety- ādy ucyamānaṁ śrutavān vaco 'ham TRANSLATION Then I heard the Lord, that best of merciful persons, tell me in a deep, gentle voice, “Please come back to your senses. Dear boy, come here quickly!”

    The Best of Azania Mosaka Show
    Belief Matters: What is an Exorcism and how does one identify the need for an exorcism?

    The Best of Azania Mosaka Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 8:24 Transcription Available


    Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Prof. Itumeleng Daniel Mothoagae who is the Chair of Gender and Sexuality Studies at Unisa and World-renowned expert in African biblical interpretation and decoloniality about what exactly is an exorcism, where did it originate, and why do so many faith traditions, from Christianity and Islam to African Traditional Religions, Hinduism, and Buddhism, have their own forms of spiritual cleansing? 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram
    Devotion to the Guru: Leaving the Comfort Zone

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 22:07


    leaving yoga gurus comfort zone devotion hinduism nonduality satsang advaita vedanta aghor baba harihar ram sonoma ashram satsang sonoma ashram
    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 62-63 – June 14, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 56:26


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 62-63 mahā-mahā-citra-vicitra-geha- dvāra-pradeśān atigamya vegāt śrīman-mahalla-pravarasya madhye prāsāda-vargaiḥ pariṣevitāṅghrim prāsādam ekaṁ vividhair mahattā- pūrair viśiṣṭaṁ para-sīma-yātaiḥ prāpto 'ham āditya-sudhāṁśu-koṭi- kāntiṁ mano-locana-vṛtti-coram TRANSLATION I passed rapidly through many districts, wonderfully splendid, with all kinds of houses and gates, and then I entered the most excellent transcendental neighborhood. There I came to one palace at whose feet many others stood in attendance, a palace distinct, overflowing in greatness, where excellence seemed to reach its highest limit. Radiant like millions of suns and moons, it captured my mind and my eyes.

    Liquid Church
    Christianity, Hinduism & Buddhism: What's the Difference?

    Liquid Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 47:11


    From yoga and mindfulness to meditation and manifesting, Eastern spirituality has become part of everyday culture. But how does it compare to Christianity? Discover the key differences between Hinduism, Buddhism, and the message of Jesus—and why grace changes everything.

    The Emerald
    Space Hex! (The Curse of Restlessness, Revisited)

    The Emerald

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 60:30


    “We don't go to other planets because our planet is dying. Our planet dies, specifically because we perpetually want to go somewhere else.” Fresh off of the Initial Public Offering of Space X, the largest IPO in human history, it's worth revisiting the deeper implications of humanity's incessant drive... beyond. Today on the podcast, we look at humanity's increasing obsession with transcending planet Earth, in the context of the mythologies of human restlessness. How human beings, whether through certain religious visions of transcendence or through the increasing transhuman and supernatural focus of modern science, are ultimately looking to be anywhere but right here, with ourselves, in nature. This misplaced spiritual drive, in which we perpetually seek wholeness out there when wholeness ultimately lives right here, has been the subject of some of our most central stories about ourselves. Many in fact, have seen it as… a primordial curse.Support the show

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter
    Why Sadness is Your Greatest Strength (Stop Running)

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 10:46


    Send me a messageAre you constantly living in the past or dreaming of the future just to escape the present? In this podcast, I reveal why this "escapist addiction" is a coping mechanism that keeps us from witnessing our most magnificent moments—and why the very thing you're running from (sadness) is actually your greatest tool for growth.Learn why life is like the iconic "I Love Lucy" conveyor belt scene: we frantically try to catch gone moments while missing the reality right in front of us. I dive deep into "Earth School" and explain why sadness isn't a weakness, but a weight you can lift to build incredible emotional strength. Stop checking out and start being present for the most incredible 3D holographic show in existence: your life.In this podcast, we explore:The Escapist Addiction: Why the past and future act like a "mental cigarette."The I Love Lucy Trap: How anticipating the future makes us unable to experience it.Earth School Philosophy: Why growth only happens when you stay in the "game" during the hard levels.Sadness as Strength: How to stop avoiding pain and start using it as a "gym" for your soul.Why Presence Matters: "The imagination is like a video game, but it is not the same as being on an actual planet." If you're ready to stop the simulations and start living, this podcast is for you.#Mindfulness #Presence #EarthSchool #MentalHealth #ToddPerelmuter #PersonalGrowth #InnerPeacePlease enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.Video podcasts are available at https://www.youtube.com/@ToddPerelmuterFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast
    Ep. 259 - Ram Dass Fellowship: Navigating the Human Predicament with Duncan Trussell & Jackie Dobrinska

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 82:33


    With humor and wisdom, Duncan Trussell shares how the ego can turn spirituality into another achievement, and why freedom comes from realizing there's nothing to prove.Help us celebrate 10 years of Be Here Now Network and support the next chapter of Ram Dass Here and Now. Gifts are matched dollar for dollar through June 30. Learn more and give here: BHNN 10th Birthday FundraiserToday's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Duncan chats about:Lessons on spiritual materialism from Chögyam Trungpa RinpocheStaying connected to everyday life while being spiritual Transcendental common sense vs. getting puffed up in the egoStaying connected to everyday life while being spiritual The trouble with actively ignoring parts of ourselves Reconciling higher consciousness with everyday affairs Surrendering to all of it and becoming ‘normal' againHyperfixating on suffering rather than the end of sufferingAbout Duncan Trussell:Duncan Trussell is a stand-up comedian, podcaster, and actor. His popular podcast, The Duncan Trussell Family Hour, has been downloaded over 25 million times and is known for its blend of humor, fringe ideas, eclectic guests, and great interviews. The DTFH is the foundation for Duncan's Netflix animated series, The Midnight Gospel, which he co-created with Pendleton Ward in 2020. To learn more about Duncan's work, visit his website at duncantrussell.com. “It's a very frustrating thing to our ego to imagine that you don't have to do anything. You don't have to learn Sanskrit, know about your chakras, have those scars on your arm from frog venom, do 90 ayahuasca retreats, go to the Ram Dass retreats, listen to Alan Watts lectures. You don't have to do anything because you're already there.” –Duncan Trussell About The Host, Jackie Dobrinska:Jackie Dobrinska is the Director of Education, Community & Inclusion for Ram Dass' Love, Serve, Remember Foundation and the current host of Ram Dass' Here & Now podcast. She is also a teacher, coach, and spiritual director with the privilege of marrying two decades of mystical studies with 15 years of expertise in holistic wellness. As an inter-spiritual minister, Jackie was ordained in Creation Spirituality in 2016 and has also studied extensively in several other lineages – the plant-medicine-based Pachakuti Mesa Tradition, Sri Vidya Tantra, Western European Shamanism, Christian Mysticism, the Wise Woman Tradition, and others. Today, in addition to building courses and community for LSRF, she leads workshops and coaches individuals to discover, nourish and live from their most authentic selves.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 56-57 – June 10, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 55:32


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 56-57 itthaṁ harṣa-prakarṣeṇot- tiṣṭhann upaviśan bhṛśam gopure vartamāno 'haṁ tair javenaitya pārṣadaiḥ antaḥ praveśyamāno yad dṛṣṭavān adbhutādbhutam vaktuṁ tad dvi-parārdhena sahasrāsyo 'pi na kṣamaḥ TRANSLATION Thus I thrilled with delight as I waited in the gateway to Vaikuṇṭha. I excitedly stood up and sat down, stood up and sat down, till the associates of the Lord returned, rushing back, and escorted me inside. The amazing things I then saw, more wonderful than wonderful, even the thousand-headed Ananta Śeṣa would be unable to describe, even in a lifetime of Brahmā.

    GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast, S1
    287. The Spiritual Meaning and Reality of Suffering - What's On Our Mind?

    GOD: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher - The Podcast, S1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 44:00 Transcription Available


    Questions? Comments? Text Us!What is the spiritual meaning of suffering, and why is suffering such a real part of human life? In this What's On Our Mind conversation, Jerry L. Martin and Scott Langdon explore suffering, grief, compassion, spiritual growth, and the ways reality discloses itself personally to each of us.Drawing from God: An Autobiography, Radically Personal, Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and the New Axial Age, this episode reflects on suffering not as a meaningless accident, but as part of the real terrain of life. Jerry and Scott discuss why pain can become information, why grief can reveal love and meaning, and how different spiritual traditions can help us respond to suffering with humility, discernment, and compassion.The conversation also considers God's presence in human suffering, the role of personal spiritual experience, and the question of how each person is called to respond to reality as it unfolds. For anyone seeking meaning in grief, pain, loss, or spiritual struggle, this episode offers a thoughtful reflection on suffering, healing, and the search for divine presence in a real and difficult world.Related Episodes:283. Why Suffering Is the Law of Growth: What to Accept, What to Change- From God to Jerry to You284. Suffering, Purpose, and the Courage to Keep Living Fully | Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue285. A New Axial Age? Religion and Spiritual Transformation- Radically Personal286. What's Your Spiritual Story?: Dr Stephen Spector on the Bible as Literature and the Nature of GodGet the books:Radically Personal: God and Ourselves in the New Axial AgeGod: An Autobiography, As Told to a Philosopher***Ultimate Questions***Listen to the full episode and explore the question with a community of philosophers and seekers.Join the Ultimate Questions conversation on calling and divine guidance: https://substack.com/@ultimatequestionsOther Series:The podcast began with the Dramatic Adaptation of the book and now has several series:The Life Wisdom Project – Spiritual insights on living a wiser, more meaningful life.From God to Jerry to You – Divine messages and breakthroughs for seekers.Two Philosophers Wrestle With God – A dialogue on God, truth, and reason.Jerry & Abigail: An Intimate Dialogue – Love, faith, and divine presence in partnership.What's Your Spiritual Story – Real stories of people changed by encounters with God.What's On Our Mind – Reflections from Jerry and Scott on recent episodes.What's On Your Mind – Listener questions, divine answers, and open dialogue. Stay ConnectedShare: questions@godanautobiography.comGet the books: God: An Autobiography, Radically PersonalShare Your Story | Site | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter
    Why Your Midlife Crisis Is Actually a Spiritual Awakening

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 40:30


    Send me a messageFeeling like everything is falling apart? It might not be a crisis — it might be your soul waking up.In this podcast, I explore why a midlife crisis is often the first step toward a profound spiritual awakening. We'll discuss the signs of this transition, how to navigate the existential dread, and how to find lasting peace through meditation and self-discovery. If you're questioning your purpose or feeling a deep sense of "is this it?", this podcast is for you.In this podcast, you'll learn:- How to reframe "crisis" as "transformation."- The psychological and spiritual signs of an awakening.- Practical tools to move from confusion to clarity.Join me as we dive deep into the journey of the soul and discover the beauty hidden within life's biggest challenges.Chapters: 5:17 What to do when a midlife crisis becomes an existential crisis?9:20 Isn't there more to life?15:49 How do you find purpose again when everything you worked for suddenly stops feeling meaningful?19:47 Is this midlife crisis, depression, burnout, or spiritual awakening? How do I tell the difference?24:02 I feel like I am living on autopilot. What do I do now?26:18 What to do If I am grieving for the person I used to be?30:26 What if I could live a different life?34:01 How do I rediscover my purpose?35:55 How do we honor who we are becoming and how do we get out of a midlife crisis?#MidlifeCrisis #SpiritualAwakening #MentalHealth #Spirituality #InnerPeace #ToddPerelmuterPlease enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.Video podcasts are available at https://www.youtube.com/@ToddPerelmuter/podcastsFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram
    Find a Resting Place For The Mind

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 31:23


    yoga gurus hinduism nonduality satsang resting place advaita vedanta aghor sonoma ashram baba harihar ram sonoma ashram satsang
    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 42-43 – June 7, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2026 58:43


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 42-43 tathāpi bhavato brahman prapañcāntar-gatasya hi prapañca-parivārāntar- dṛṣṭi-garbhita-cetasaḥ tad-dṛṣṭāntākulenaiva tat tat syād bodhitaṁ sukham tathety ucyeta yat kiñcit tad āgaḥ kṣamatāṁ hariḥ TRANSLATION Nonetheless, my dear brāhmaṇa, you are a resident of the material world, and your intelligence is confined because you can see only matter. Therefore I say “It is like this” so that by material examples you might understand various things more easily. May Lord Hari forgive this offense.

    Spiritual Cake Podcast
    Holy Water: Ritual, Symbol, or Spiritual Tool?

    Spiritual Cake Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 21:19


    Clint and Wendy discuss holy water in various religious contexts. They explore its use in Catholicism, where it is blessed by priests and used for rituals like baptism and blessings. They delve into the significance of holy water in Hinduism, Sikhism, Islam, Shinto, and Eastern Orthodox Christianity, noting its roles in purification, spiritual protection, and reminders of faith.

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast
    Ep. 258- The Five Things That Lead to Awakening with Trudy Goodman

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 58:39


    Exploring the factors of enlightenment, Vipassana teacher Trudy Goodman offers listeners ‘the good news' of Buddhist Practice.Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Trudy Goodman explores:The balancing factor, energizing factors, and calming factors of enlightenmentManifesting metta through mindfulnessInvestigation into the truth of the dharma Offering compassion to the pain we feelThe beauty and profound stillness of a unified heart-mindBeing both the subject and object of experience Having faith in the strengthening of our mindfulness skillsThis episode was originally published on DharmaseedAbout Trudy Goodman:Trudy is a Vipassana teacher in the Theravada lineage and the Founding Teacher of InsightLA. For 25 years, in Cambridge, MA, Trudy practiced mindfulness-based psychotherapy with children, teenagers, couples and individuals. Trudy conducts retreats, engages in activism work, and teaches workshops worldwide and online. She is also the voice of Trudy the Love Barbarian in the Netflix series, The Midnight Gospel. You can learn more about Trudy's flourishing array of wonderful offerings at TrudyGoodman.com “We can be both the subject and object of experience. We can drop the whole thing and be neither. We have this capacity when we are willing to focus our attention, and, to focus our attention somewhere besides here, we discover a whole world of empathy, love, and intimate connection.” –Trudy GoodmanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    That's So Hindu
    Yes, you can be Hindu and be white

    That's So Hindu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 57:07


    In this episode of That's So Hindu, Sangeetha Shankar speakers with HAF's Devala Gupta, Easan Katir, Mat McDermott, and Fred Stella about their journey's into Hinduism. They discuss their personal spiritual practices, how the wider Hindu community has accepted them, and much more. This episode highlights the diversity within the Hindu community and challenges stereotypes about ethnicity and faithChapters(00:00) Introduction to diverse white Hindu voices in the American context(02:11) The significance of diversity within the Hindu Foundation's donor community(03:29) Guests introduce their backgrounds and how they discovered Hinduism(06:24) Personal stories: From mystical experiences to formal initiation(09:00) Transition from Roman Catholicism to Hindu identity(12:12) The journey from cultural curiosity to full commitment(15:52) The balancing act of practicing Hinduism as a non-Indian(18:00) Celebration of different practices and philosophies within Hinduism(22:17) Personal devotion: favorite deity and festival choices(26:56) Funny temple experiences: line-cutting and outsider perceptions(33:17) The impact of Hindu philosophies on worldview and resilience(39:44) Navigating societal explanations and misconceptions(43:04) Experiences with attempts at reconversion or challenges faced(47:45) Interfaith dialogues, community outreach, and unique religious conversations(52:09) Stories of spiritual journeys intertwined with cultural exchanges(56:00) Visions, spiritual visions, and transformative experiences•(56:45) Closing thoughts and gratitude Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Right on Radio
    EP.841 Mass Deception Part 1: The Rise of a One-World Religion

    Right on Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 6:08 Transcription Available


    In the premiere episode of the series "Mass Deception, the Antichrist Plan for the Church," host Jeff Shepherd examines the emerging advance toward a one-world religion. Shepherd lays out his theological perspective and walks listeners through how various belief systems — including Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and occult practices — increasingly share a common promise: the idea that humanity can become God-like and is waiting for a coming leader. He connects modern spiritual language (ascension, higher consciousness, third eye, crown activation) to the ancient serpent spirit (kundalini) and shows how those themes echo Lucifer's boast in Isaiah 14. The episode reviews key biblical texts and ministry principles (Ephesians 4:11–12; 1 Corinthians 12:4–11; Matthew 9:37–38; Matthew 24:4–5) and explains how Satan imitates genuine gifts and miracles to create confusion inside the church. Shepard shares a personal correction of earlier teachings about a massive end-time harvest and explains why a careful reading of Scripture points to a great falling away instead. He demonstrates how the enemy mixes truth with subtle lies, using counterfeit spiritual language to draw believers toward a unified, deceptive platform. Listeners will hear practical exhortation: test everything against Scripture, adopt a Berean mindset, and discern spirit-led gifts from counterfeit manifestations. The episode warns that many sincere Christians are unknowingly helping build the platform for a one-world faith by adopting its language and ideas, and it urges vigilance so believers will not be misled into unity with deceptive forces. Shepard closes with a preview of the next message, promising a deeper look into how mass deception is unfolding inside the church and practical steps to stand firm in the truth. Want to Understand and Explain Everything Biblically? Click Here: Decoding the Power of Three: Understand and Explain Everything or go to www.rightonu.com  Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the F

    That's So Hindu
    Yes, you can be Hindu and be white

    That's So Hindu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 57:07


    In this episode of That's So Hindu, Sangeetha Shankar speakers with HAF's Devala Gupta, Easan Katir, Mat McDermott, and Fred Stella about their journey's into Hinduism. They discuss their personal spiritual practices, how the wider Hindu community has accepted them, and much more. This episode highlights the diversity within the Hindu community and challenges stereotypes about ethnicity and faithChapters(00:00) Introduction to diverse white Hindu voices in the American context(02:11) The significance of diversity within the Hindu Foundation's donor community(03:29) Guests introduce their backgrounds and how they discovered Hinduism(06:24) Personal stories: From mystical experiences to formal initiation(09:00) Transition from Roman Catholicism to Hindu identity(12:12) The journey from cultural curiosity to full commitment(15:52) The balancing act of practicing Hinduism as a non-Indian(18:00) Celebration of different practices and philosophies within Hinduism(22:17) Personal devotion: favorite deity and festival choices(26:56) Funny temple experiences: line-cutting and outsider perceptions(33:17) The impact of Hindu philosophies on worldview and resilience(39:44) Navigating societal explanations and misconceptions(43:04) Experiences with attempts at reconversion or challenges faced(47:45) Interfaith dialogues, community outreach, and unique religious conversations(52:09) Stories of spiritual journeys intertwined with cultural exchanges(56:00) Visions, spiritual visions, and transformative experiences•(56:45) Closing thoughts and gratitude Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    UnMind: Zen Moments With Great Cloud
    187: Zen Is Not A Religion

    UnMind: Zen Moments With Great Cloud

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 14:15


    Welcome to another segment of the UnMind podcast and DharmaByte column. I would like to share a concern about something I have witnessed in the propagation of Zen. I am afraid that Zen in America is being categorized — in my opinion, erroneously -— as a "religion," during its second century in the West. As Zen assimilates into the volatile and increasingly violent American cultural milieu — primarily under the influence of Christian and Judaic traditions — Zen is widely, and wildly, misinterpreted as a faith or belief system. Buddhism is counted as one of the world's big four religions, we are told. But unlike Christianity, Islam or Hinduism, as well as Judaism, Buddhism is not a form of theism. I would not go so far as to categorize it as atheism — which is said to be the strongest form of theism — but that the question of the existence or nonexistence of God with a capital "G," or a pantheon of gods with lower "g's," simply does not arise. The traditional Zen saying would classify the term "god" as a "head upon a head" — a superfluous addition — on top of the reality that we all face in life. If god is what god is purported to be — i.e. omniscient and omnipresent — then there is no need to name that concept. More to the point, Zen is not based on a set of beliefs, or doctrine, but upon direct experience, whether yours or that of Buddha — who, after all, was not a Buddhist, any more than Christ was a Christian. Both were human beings, just like you. According to my poor understanding, in Buddhism, no independent, self-existent entity can be found anywhere in the universe. "Universe" is another word for naming the totality, but it is not conceived of as a conscious being, though the phrase "Vairocana Buddha" or "Cosmic Buddha," used to designate the concept, may suggest as much. An AI / Wikipedia summary says: Vairocana is the "Cosmic Buddha" or "Great Illuminator" in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism, representing the ultimate, formless truth (Dharmakaya) and the source from which all Buddhas emanate. Unlike historical figures, he is a universal Buddha, often depicted at the center of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, embodying wisdom and dispelling ignorance. The "he" pronoun here is a tell — that Buddhist cultures of origin were patriarchal if not misogynistic — and any spiritual beings were cast in the mold of humanity. A section in the ancient Ch'an poem, Hsinhsinming—Trust in Mind, refers to this idea of an essential truth from the perspective of personal experience, characteristic of Zen: If the mind makes no discriminationsthe ten thousand things are as they are of single essenceUnderstanding the mystery of this One-essencewe are released from all entanglementsWhen all things are seen equally the timeless Self-essence is reached Note that this underlying unity, or noumenon in today's vernacular, is a thread running through the "ten thousand things," or all phenomena, not just human consciousness. "Timeless Self-essence" may smack of the western concept of an eternal soul, but this assumption amounts to a kind of cultural appropriation, interpreting the 7th century Chinese view of "essence" as a self-existent entity, which is anathema to Buddhism. The historical Buddha, Shakyamuni, testified to the fact that he found no evidence of any such transmigrating soul, or the Sanskrit "atman," in his experience in meditation. He used an analogy to what was at that time a familiar object, a chariot — which, when disassembled and the parts laid out on the ground, no longer exists. The functional reality exists only in the assemblage. The contemporary term of art for what remained was sunyata, usually translated as "emptiness." But this term does not merely point to an absolute void, as it is often misinterpreted. Again, from our online gurus: Śūnyatā (Sanskrit) or Suññatā (Pali), commonly translated as "emptiness," "voidness," or "openness," is a foundational Buddhist philosophy referring to the lack of inherent, independent existence in all phenomena. It means all things—including the self—are empty of a separate, permanent ego, existing instead in a constant state of interdependence and change. I lean toward "openness," and note that "constant interdependence...and change" do not amount to a "state." There is nothing static about it. All things found in the universe are not things at all, but interconnected causes and conditions in constant flux — wave functions in science-speak. Likewise, aggregate reality: uni-verse, is not itself a "thing." The normal concept of "God" as a transcendent being does not stray far from this idea, except in depictions of Him or Her as human in form. As we are part of this universe, the idea that we can realize this unity with God or the cosmos permeates most religious belief systems. In Zen this proposition has the more prosaic connotation of being the truth, whether we know it or not. If God is anything, God is everything. The prospect of realization or awakening requires relinquishing our dualistic conceptions regarding this truth. Again, the great Chinese sage captures the dilemma in relatable terms: Denying the reality of things misses their realityAsserting the emptiness of things misses their realityThe more we talk and think about itthe further astray we wander from the truthStop talking and thinking and there is nothing you will not be able to know So while I maintain that Zen is not a religion in the conventional sense, what it is pointing to is the essential founding impulse of all religions, as well as philosophy: a realization of the truth of existence. Whether one interprets that realization as a religious experience or not does not change the fact of it. Again, Master Sengcan reminds us: Now there are sudden and gradualin which teachings and approaches ariseWith teachings and approaches distinguishedeach has its standardswhether teachings and approaches are mastered or notreality constantly flows "Sudden and gradual" here refers to the so-called Southern and Northern schools of Zen in China that preceded Sengcan by a couple of centuries. But they could just as well refer to today's various theistic religions with their multitude of denominations, or even to schools of philosophy, as well as theories and hypotheses of science. I italicize that last phrase, "reality constantly flows," as a simple truth, one that does not necessarily negate any of the various religious or philosophical worldviews, but amounts to a universal caveat: that whatever belief you may adhere to, it cannot possibly capture the totality of reality. Zen inquiry is said to take off from where philosophy leaves off, the latter having gotten there in a more roundabout manner. Whatever the starting point and mode of analysis, finally we are left with the "hard problem of consciousness," to co-op the phrase coined by the philosopher David Chalmers. Or as Master Dogen is said to have said, "At last we are left with ambiguity." One particular way of understanding various approaches to practice was taught by Kuei-feng Tsung-mi. Tsung-mi was a C'han master, and also the fifth Ancestor of the Hua Yen tradition in the Tang dynasty in China . He spoke of five different kinds of Zen, which are bompu zen or “usual zen,” gedo zen or ” Outside Way zen,” shojo zen or “Hinayana practice,” daijo zen or “Great Practice zen” and saijojo zen or “Easy and perfect” zen. In this sense, we could say that zen with a small “z” means simply a form of practising. Begin Here: Five Styles of Zenby Ven. Anzan Hoshin roshiZazen-ji, October 14, 1989[from the book, “Before Thinking”] Let us embrace this hard problem, and the inconclusiveness of its resolution, as we continue exploring the original frontier of Mind, and sharpening the razorblade of Zen. To make these postings a bit more interactive, please let me know if you have any subjects you might like me to address in future. My current focus is on the two underlying themes of my first and second published volumes, "The Original Frontier" and "The Razorblade of Zen," both available online. The former is a kind of user's manual for meditation, specifically of the Zen flavor, or zazen; the second is about where I see Zen fitting into the American cultural milieu as a third, alternative way, between the extremes of rationalism and science, leading to secular reductionism on one end of the spectrum, with those of theism and religion, or fundamentalism at the outer reaches on the other end. Zen lives in the middle. In these two books, both the personal and social spheres of practice-experience are engaged, separated for clarity of message. Implications for the natural sphere in the long term — if it is not already too late, in terms of climate change, for one example — I leave to you. Zen may offer our last and best hope for world peace, and saving our home planet. Implications for our understanding — or better, comprehending — the universe, and our place in it, I also leave to you. You are more likely to find your answers to the deeper questions on the cushion than off of it. But — no guarantees.

    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Text 28 – June 3, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 50:09


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Text 28 ke 'py ekaśo dvandvaśo 'nye yugapad bahuśo 'pare pūrva-pūrvādhika-śrīkāḥ praviśanti purīṁ prabhoḥ TRANSLATION Many others came — some alone, others in pairs, and yet others together in larger groups — and all of them, each more splendid than the last, entered the city of the Lord.

    Traveling To Consciousness
    Meta Mystics Podcast: Clayton Cuteri on Veganism, Fire Rituals & the Real Aliens | Ep 413

    Traveling To Consciousness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 117:27


    SummaryClayton Cuteri returns to the MetaMystics podcast for a wide-open conversation with host Jonathan about the spiritual machinery running underneath everyday life. Clayton explains why he went vegan in 2024, how the fear an animal feels at the moment of death is stored in its body, and why he believes that single change made him calmer and helped him build real wealth. From there it goes deeper: the difference between praying to a king and praying to a corpse, what a darshan actually is, and the Hindu fire ritual Clayton credits for part of his rise from 10,000 dollars in debt to a millionaire in 22 months. They also cover the 250-year empire cycle, the symbols we are trained to fear, and the tarot card that landed at the end and described the entire conversation.Clayton opens with a short note for his own audience, calling this the deepest he has gone on the spiritual layer of Indigo Education and asking listeners to keep an open mind. The full video version is free on the Meta Mystics Patreon, open to this audience.Meta Mystic LinksWatch the full video FREE on the MetaMystics Patreon (Jonathan opened it up for our audience): https://www.patreon.com/c/MetaMysticsFor a past life regression or any other inquiry, email: MetaMystics@yahoo.com Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@MetaMysticsCampaign Websitehttps://writeincuteri.comClayton's NewsletterJoin HereClayton's BookPurchase HereClayton's Social Media LinkTree | Instagram | X (Twitter) | YouTube | FaceBook | RumbleTimecodes00:00 - The Deepest I Have Ever Gone03:25 - The 250 Year Empire Cycle14:09 - Why Clayton Went Vegan35:49 - Praying to the Wrong Jesus45:19 - Darshans and the Real Aliens59:35 - Fire Rituals That Build Wealth1:18:06 - Why 666 Is Not Evil1:38:56 - The King of Wands and PresidencyIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don Kin Instagram | Spotify Super grateful for this guy ^Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/traveling-to-consciousness-with-clayton-cuteri--6765271/support.Listen to the Podcast AD-FREE HERE for $4.95/monSign Up for my Newsletter HEREALL Indigo Education Podcasts HEREMy Book: The Secret Teachings of Jesus HEREOfficial Traveling to Consciousness Website HERE

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter
    Do This When You Want to Run Away from Everything

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 17:59


    Send me a messageHave you ever felt the overwhelming urge to leave it all behind — your job, your marriage, your city? We often think happiness is just one move away, but what if the "prison" isn't the place you're in, but the patterns of your own mind?In this deep reflection, Todd Perelmuter explores the "sadness illusion": the belief that changing our external circumstances will fix our internal struggles. Drawing from his own journey from traveling the world to finding peace in a small town, Todd reveals why we endlessly chase dopamine through travel and "newness," and how to instead find a blissful, meditative presence exactly where you are.In this podcast, we discuss:- The "Honeymoon Period" and why it always fades unless you find it within first.- The truth about midlife crises and searching for fulfillment in "empty things."- The power of sacrifice and finding the "life within" yourself.- How to reignite your zest for life without changing your zip code.If you feel "dead inside" or are staying in a situation purely out of obligation, this message is a gift to help you stop wandering and start living.#Spirituality #Mindfulness #MidlifeCrisis #PeaceWithin #MentalHealthPlease enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.Video podcasts are available at https://www.youtube.com/@ToddPerelmuter/podcastsFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram
    Aghor Wisdom: A Simple Paractice to Dissolve Fear Into Love

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 25:58


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    The Primal Happiness Show
    How to find the peace your mind keeps searching past - Dicken Bettinger

    The Primal Happiness Show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 44:34


    Lian and Three Principles teacher Dicken Bettinger explore what mystics across every tradition have pointed toward for centuries, why the mind's natural state is already meditative, and how psychological suffering comes down to one root cause. Dicken Bettinger, Ed.D., received his doctorate in counseling psychology and has worked during his career as a licensed clinical psychologist. Dicken's entire career has focused on psychological well-being. In 1986 he met Sydney Banks, who shared a profound new understanding of the human mind called the Three Principles that unifies our connection to a deeper intelligence called wisdom and our psychological nature. In 2012 Dicken founded his private practice, 3 Principles Mentoring. He offers individual on-line mentoring, practitioner development, and advanced training programs. Dicken is the co-author of a book on the Three Principles called Coming Home: Uncovering the Foundations of Psychological Well-being and a forthcomig book, Life Can Be Easier Than You Think. For his full bio please see the shownotes linked below. In this episode, Lian and Dicken trace a thread that runs through Buddhism, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, and the work of Sydney Banks: that beneath the noise of a busy mind, there is a silence that has never left, and that every mystical tradition has been pointing toward the same thing, just using different language. Dicken shares how he spent years meditating four hours a day, recording dreams by flashlight, filling journals with techniques, before discovering that the meditative state he was working so hard to reach was already his natural condition, and everyone else's too. They look at what the mystics actually meant by "ecstatic," and how three piles of handwritten notes from teachers across every tradition began to self-organise into the same three movements: emptying, filling, and giving it away. From there the conversation opens into what Dicken calls the one problem of human psychological suffering, what it actually means to fall out of your head into the present moment, and why wisdom has always been understood as something that comes through us rather than from us. Listen if you find yourself thinking hard about how you feel, trying to work out what's wrong, and somehow feeling worse the more you think about it. Show notes for episode 550 are here -https://www.wildsovereignsoul.com/podcast/550 We'd love to know what YOU think about this week's show. Let's carry on the conversation… please leave a comment wherever you are listening or in any of our other spaces to engage. What you'll learn from this episode: ✨Why every mystical tradition, across centuries and cultures, organised itself around the same three movements, and what those movements really describe ✨How the word "ecstatic" has nothing to do with euphoria, and what its original meaning reveals about awakening ✨What happens when someone who has spent years working intensively on themselves discovers that the state they were seeking requires no technique at all Resources and stuff that we spoke about: ▪️Visit Dicken's website https://www.3principlesmentoring.com ▪️Join UNIO, The Community for Wild Sovereign Soulshttps://www.unioacademy.com/ : This is for the old souls in this new world… Discover your kin & unite with your soul's calling to truly live your myth. Wild Sovereign Soul Join our mailing list for soul stirring goodness: https://www.wildsovereignsoul.com/moonly Discover your kin & unite with your soul's calling to truly live your myth: https://wildsovereignsoul.com/unio Go Deeper: https://wildsovereignsoul.com/godeeper Follow us: Facebook Instagram YouTube Thank you for listening! There's a fresh episode released each week here and on most podcast platforms - and video too on YouTube. If you subscribe then you'll get each new episode delivered to your device every week automagically. (that way you'll never miss a show).

    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Text 14 – May 31, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 46:30


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Text 14 tad asvī-kṛtya tu svīyaṁ govardhana-bhuvaṁ vapuḥ teṣāṁ prabhāvatas tādṛg- guṇa-rūpādy alambhayam TRANSLATION But I refused their offer, and instead, by their influence, my own body born in Govardhana assumed qualities and beauty like theirs.

    Fringe Radio Network
    13th Dimension, Chakras, Edgar Cayce and the Spirit of Antichrist - The Sharpening Report

    Fringe Radio Network

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 60:15 Transcription Available


    This Is How the End-Times One-World Religion BeginsJosh Peck talks about deceptions Christians are accepting as biblical doctrine when they are, in fact, new age lies. Storage space is expensive on the official Daily Renegade website, so we have had to move some of our older videos (usually from a couple years prior to the current date) onto this YouTube playlist in order to make room for new, great content! The good news is, you get to see a sneak peak of what great full content is offered at DailyRenegade.com so make sure you sign up and become a member today! Also note, there might be some older donation requests and promotions that are no longer in effect included in this video, so just consult with the links that are in this video description for up to date info. Thank you!To get the audio-only podcast version of full videos and Josh Peck's blog, which includes original articles, show notes, and more, subscribe to Josh's Substack at http://joshpeck.substack.comBe Prepared for Any Emergency with My Patriot Supply:Generators - https://www.mypatriotsupply.com/colle...Survival/Emergency Food - https://www.mypatriotsupply.com/colle...My Patriot Supply Homepage - https://www.mypatriotsupply.com?_ef_t...The Rapture and the Dead Sea Scrolls: A Teaching on our Blessed Hope in Light of the Greatest Archaeological Find in History - https://renegadepublishers.com/the-ra...It is with a heavy heart that I (Nathan's father) inform you that Nathan went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 22nd, 2025. He fought an extremely rare form of cancer bravely, but in the end, his heart couldn't keep up the fight anymore. He went fast with no prolonged suffering. We want to thank all of you who have kept him in prayer. Please know that those prayers were not in vain. Our son lives with Jesus now. We are now updating this campaign to reflect our financial need for his remaining hospital bills, funeral expenses, and housing for our family. As most men, I do not enjoy asking for help. However, as most fathers and husbands can relate to, there isn't anything I won't do for my family. In light of that, I wanted to first ask all of you to pray for us. Also, because of the overwhelming expenses that inevitably come from all these things happening at the same time, if you feel led to help us financially, there's a couple different ways you can do that:GiveSendGo: http://www.GiveSendGo.com/NathanTheBravePayPal: http://PayPal.me/JoshPeckDisclosureOr send in your donation to:P.O. Box 270123Oklahoma City, OK 73137Josh Peck's new book, The Return of the Watchers: Ancient Nephilim Technology Revealed is available now at https://prophecywatchers.com/product/...Don't miss out on Josh Peck's new two-volume book set, The Final Cataclysm: Supernatural Signs of the End Times: https://amzn.to/4hm4YC1Check out Josh Peck's two-volume book set on the history and prophecies of the Dead Sea Scrolls at Prophecy Watchers with included Dead Sea Scroll wall calendar - https://prophecywatchers.com/product/...FINALLY! Be free from the satanic beast financial banking system with their corrupted FIAT currency and protect your assets with Christians just like you! Visit http://CornerstoneAssetMetals.com today or call 888-747-3309 to register for free information, and make sure you click “Josh Peck (Daily Renegade)” in the “How did you hear about us” dropdown menu and Cornerstone will pay your shipping or IRA account opening fees! DSS Calendar - https://prophecywatchers.com/product/...

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast
    Ep. 257 - Knowing, Sensing, Relaxing: Guided Meditation with Gil Fronsdal

    Be Here Now Network Guest Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 18:10


    While offering a guided meditation, Gil Fronsdal traces the movement between knowing, feeling, and relaxing in our practice. Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self.This week on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Gil Fronsdal dives into:The 3 levels of mindfulness practice (knowing, sensing, relaxing)Considering what it feels like to be thinking Knowing the changing phenomena of the momentAllowing yourself to be both alert and relaxedFeeling the activation of our thinking mindsCalming the brain and body "You're just kind of flowing along with the changing phenomena of the moment. And the changing phenomena of the moment might just be the changing sensations of breathing. You're just knowing them in a very, very simple way, maybe even a non-cognitive way. You're not necessarily thinking about them, having words, but you're really letting it register, this is the changing sensation of breathing." –Gil FronsdalThis episode was originally published on DharmaseedSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Believers Church Podcast
    Why do Christians believe Christianity is the only true way to heaven? How should they treat people of other faiths? — BC Warren — Pastor Joe Cameneti

    Believers Church Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 34:48


    In a world filled with different beliefs and religions, why do Christians believe Jesus is the only way to heaven? Wow, what a great question!  You Asked For It, so we delivered this thoughtful and honest response. Pastor Joe compares the core beliefs of Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Mormonism, and Jehovah's Witnesses while explaining what makes Jesus and the Gospel unique and encouraging Christ followers to love people of all faiths.

    Navigating Consciousness with Rupert Sheldrake
    Holy Trinities: Threefold Models of Reality - Live in London

    Navigating Consciousness with Rupert Sheldrake

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 82:35


    Across decades of reading and travel, something has struck me again and again: wildly different traditions, from Daoism to Hinduism to Christianity, converge on a threefold or Trinitarian model of ultimate reality. In this talk I trace that pattern through philosophy, theology, and modern physics, and suggest it reflects something fundamental about the nature of things.Many churches will be celebrating the Holy Trinity on Sunday May 31, Trinity Sunday.This talk was recorded live at St James's Church London, May 13th, 2026 as part of the Alternatives programme. The full video with human readable transcript is available on substack.

    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 10-11 – May 27, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 59:44


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 4 Texts 10-11 tāvat taiḥ pārṣadair etya vaikuṇṭhaṁ netum ātmanaḥ yānam āropitaḥ sadyo vyutthāyācālayaṁ dṛśau sarvam anyādṛśaṁ dṛṣṭvā vismitaḥ svasthatāṁ gataḥ pārśve 'paśyaṁ purā dṛṣṭāṁs tān evātma-priyaṁ-karān TRANSLATION At that moment the associates of the Lord arrived in an airplane to take me to Vaikuṇṭha. They at once put me on that plane and carried me away, and when I opened my eyes I saw that everything was different. Shocked, I returned to full consciousness and saw them beside me, the same benefactors I had met before.

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast
    0951 - TALKS: A Story of Mankind (the Lost Horizon)

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026


    Episode 0951 - A Story of Mankind (the Lost Horizon) (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Remarks on the 1957 film, "The Story of Mankind," focused on the interplay of so-called good & evil down through the millennia. The polarity of individual vs. collective morality, temptation to greed vs. the ideals of virtue, issues of karmic justice & metaphysical planetary guidance.

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast
    0952 - TALKS: On Faith and Trust

    Talks With Scott Mandelker Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026


    Episode 0952 - On Faith and Trust (Click on the above link, or here, for audio.) Commentary on the deeper significance of the spiritual guidance to "have faith and trust" in Self & God. Etymologies & the distillation of core meaning: to have faith & trust in what, exactly?Additional references from Ra Material, Advaita Vedanta, core Taoism, transpersonal psychology, Christian &

    The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina Griffin Podcast
    Yoga's Roots, Practices is Today's Modern Church ‘Snake in the Grass' - Dr. Alana Arguello

    The Counter Culture Mom Show with Tina Griffin Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 27:03


    Yoga. Is it a simple stretching routine, or is it something far more sinister? Dr. Alana Arguello describes yoga as a “snake in the grass” or a “sniper” waiting to strike. Alana is a highly educated author and apologist who has spent years studying the ancient roots of yoga, which predates the birth of Hinduism. She says the deception about yoga is much bigger than most people realize. It causes many spiritual side effects, like anxiety, depression, and dissociation. It is not a harmless exercise but rather a deceptive spiritual practice rooted in panentheism and idolatrous paganism, Alana argues. She explains how the seemingly harmless practice of yoga has been sold to Americans, particularly women, through the elite Luciferian occult, healing arts, and the entertainment industry. TAKEAWAYS The end goal of yoga is to convince people that they are ‘god' Yoga also affirms a transhumanistic and transgender worldview The apostate church and many heretical church movements are linked to ancient yoga philosophies People either dismiss yoga or become defensive about it when confronted with the truth of its pagan roots

    Sunday Satsang With Baba Harihar Ram at Sonoma Ashram

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    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter
    The Miracle of Hope — Why You Should Always Get Your Hopes Up

    Path to Peace with Todd Perelmuter

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 12:36


    Send me a messageIf you're dreading the day and relying on coffee just to function, your energy isn't the problem—it's a mindset of hopelessness. In this podcast, we explore why "getting your hopes up" is actually the secret to boundless energy and a 100% happiness rate, regardless of external circumstances.Todd Perelmuter breaks down why the "realist" approach is actually a drain on your biology and how to train your "optimism muscle" to handle any setback without crashing.What you'll discover: • The Energy Fallacy: Why your morning fatigue is mental, not physical (and how to fix it). • Hope is a Muscle: A practical guide to exercising optimism without the fear of being let down. • The Infinite Pivot: Todd's personal strategy for finding instant peace when plans fail. • Pessimism vs. Realism: Why being "right" 50% of the time as a pessimist is a losing game.Stop letting infinite possibilities narrow down to worst-case scenarios. Learn to trust the universe and yourself.Please enjoy other episodes where I share meditation techniques, tips and spiritual lessons from around the world for peaceful and stress-free living. Remember to subscribe to stay up-to-date.Video podcasts are available at https://www.youtube.com/@ToddPerelmuter/podcastsFor the days when life feels like too much, these 4 free books are for you. Get the free 4-books bundleIf my words have ever touched your heart or helped you through a hard moment, I'd be deeply grateful for your support in keeping this podcast alive. Support the PodcastAnd if you'd like to explore these ideas in greater depth, you can find all of my books here.

    Weekly Sanga
    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 3 Text 184 – May 24, 2026

    Weekly Sanga

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2026 54:52


    Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 2 Chapter 3 Text 184 śrīman-nāma prabhos tasya śrī-mūrter apy ati-priyam jagad-dhitaṁ sukhopāsyaṁ sa-rasaṁ tat-samaṁ na hi TRANSLATION Dearer to the Lord than even His own beautiful form, His easily worshiped holy name benefits the entire world. Indeed, nothing is as full of nectar as the holy name of the Lord.

    VOMRadio
    INDONESIA: "I Almost Was Killed By My Son For Following Christ."

    VOMRadio

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 24:59


    Before becoming a Christian, Pastor Putumandi's life was, in his words, "a mess." He pursued his family's Hindu religion, dancing in temple ceremonies to access and appease the spirits. And he detested anything to do with Jesus. "I hated [Christians] before." Putumandi said, "I despised Christianity." But then he met Jesus, drawn by the compassion that he saw lacking in every other religion. For Putumandi, Jesus was the only one who could guarantee eternal life, and he wanted to know Him. After being baptized, his wife could tell that he had changed as Putumandi treated his family and others with compassion, showing the love of Christ. When his family found out Putumandi had left Hinduism, they kicked him out of their home immediately. His 16-year-old son tried to kill Putumandi. Despite being driven from his home and persecuted for his Christian faith, Putumandi says he never considered going back to Hinduism.  "Salvation comes from Christianity," Putumandi said. Putumandi will also share how it's been a challenge to find a job to make a living because of the Christian persecution he's faced. "I just do anything I can find," he says, "and praise the Lord; He provides." Pray for Putumandi's health, for his family to come to know the Lord, and for his continued witness to unbelievers around him—especially the people in his own family. You're invited! Be a part of The Voice of the Martyrs' 2026 From the Field National Conference this September in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Gather with fellow believers and hear firsthand stories from persecuted Christians in restricted nations and hostile areas where VOM serves. Seating is limited, so register soon to join this inspiring event.