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Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Mystery at Montserrat: The Lost Artifact Uncovered Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-08-24-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol d'estiu il·luminava les muntanyes dentades de Montserrat, on el Monestir era el cor vibrant d'una celebració majestuosa.En: The summer sun illuminated the jagged mountains of Montserrat, where the Monastery was the vibrant heart of a majestic celebration.Ca: Era l'Assumpció de la Mare de Déu, i fidels de tot arreu havien vingut a participar a les festivitats.En: It was the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and faithful people from all around had come to participate in the festivities.Ca: El so de les campanes ressonava entre els penya-segats mentre Laia, una jove historiadora, passejava pels passadissos antics amb un aire de preocupació.En: The sound of bells resonated among the cliffs as Laia, a young historian, walked through the ancient halls with an air of concern.Ca: Feia dies que esperava les festivitats, un moment que sempre omplia el cor de la gent amb esperit i fe.En: She had been eagerly awaiting the festivities, a time that always filled people's hearts with spirit and faith.Ca: Però una ombra entelava aquesta diada: un artefacte rar i molt valuós havia desaparegut.En: But a shadow clouded this day: a rare and very valuable artifact had disappeared.Ca: Laia arribava al monestir cada any per estudiar els artefactes, i aquest en particular tenia un significat especial per a ella.En: Laia arrived at the monastery every year to study the artifacts, and this one in particular had special meaning for her.Ca: Havia estat en la seva família durant generacions abans d'esdevenir part del tresor del monestir.En: It had been in her family for generations before becoming part of the monastery's treasure.Ca: Quan el sol començava a pondre's, provocant un ball de colors de vermell i daurat per tot el cel, Laia trobà Martí prop de l'entrada.En: As the sun began to set, casting a dance of red and gold colors across the sky, Laia found Martí near the entrance.Ca: Ell, un vigilant de seguretat astut i respectat, mantenia la calma tot i el tumult.En: He, an astute and respected security guard, remained calm despite the tumult.Ca: "Martí, necessito la teva ajuda," digué Laia amb decisió.En: "Martí, I need your help," Laia said decisively.Ca: Martí aixecà una cella.En: Martí raised an eyebrow.Ca: "He escoltat que l'artefacte ha desaparegut.En: "I've heard that the artifact has disappeared.Ca: Això podria ser un gran problema pel monestir.En: This could be a big problem for the monastery."Ca: "Laia assentí, els ulls plens de determinació.En: Laia nodded, her eyes filled with determination.Ca: "No podem permetre que això taqui la reputació del monestir.En: "We cannot allow this to stain the monastery's reputation.Ca: Però també és part de la meva història familiar.En: But it is also part of my family's history."Ca: "Després de valorar la situació, Martí acceptà.En: After assessing the situation, Martí agreed.Ca: "D'acord, Laia.En: "Alright, Laia.Ca: Jo t'ajudaré.En: I will help you.Ca: Però hem de ser prudents.En: But we must be careful."Ca: "Tots dos començaren a investigar.En: The two began to investigate.Ca: Demanaren als visitants, revisaren gravacions, però era difícil enmig de tanta gent.En: They asked visitors, reviewed recordings, but it was difficult amidst so many people.Ca: Les seves pistes inicials eren confuses.En: Their initial clues were confusing.Ca: Però encara no es rendien.En: But they did not give up.Ca: Finalment, una tarda, Martí va notar alguna cosa estranya.En: Finally, one afternoon, Martí noticed something strange.Ca: Una persona s'havia comportat de manera sospitosa.En: A person had behaved suspiciously.Ca: Després de recollir més informació, van descobrir que aquesta persona es feia passar per un simple visitant.En: After gathering more information, they discovered that this person was posing as just a simple visitor.Ca: Van seguir les pistes fins als claustres.En: They followed the clues to the cloisters.Ca: El sol es reflectia sobre les aigües tranquil·les de la font quan van topar amb el sospitós.En: The sun reflected on the tranquil waters of the fountain when they came across the suspect.Ca: Es produí una confrontació tensa.En: A tense confrontation ensued.Ca: Martí mostrava la seva habilitat analitzant cada moviment de l'intrús.En: Martí demonstrated his skill by analyzing every movement of the intruder.Ca: Després d'una curta però intensa disputa, recuperaren l'artefacte.En: After a short but intense dispute, they recovered the artifact.Ca: Laia va sostenir el tresor amb mans tremoloses però alleujades, mentre Martí subjectava fermament el lladre fins que arribà l'autoritat local.En: Laia held the treasure with trembling but relieved hands, while Martí firmly held the thief until the local authority arrived.Ca: Amb l'artefacte segur i el sospitós arrestat, el monestir podia respirar tranquil.En: With the artifact safe and the suspect arrested, the monastery could breathe easy.Ca: La col·laboració entre Laia i Martí va ser clau per resoldre el misteri.En: The collaboration between Laia and Martí was key to solving the mystery.Ca: Ara, entre els repics de campanes, no només celebraven la resolució del cas, sinó també la força de treballar junts.En: Now, among the peals of the bells, they celebrated not only the resolution of the case but also the strength of working together.Ca: Laia aprengué que confiar en altres podia portar grans resultats.En: Laia learned that trusting others could yield great results.Ca: Martí guanyà un nou respecte per la seva capacitat per liderar i assegurar el bé del monestir.En: Martí gained new respect for his ability to lead and ensure the well-being of the monastery.Ca: A mesura que el sol es ponia darrere de les majestuoses siluetes de Montserrat, Laia i Martí contemplaven els cims.En: As the sun set behind the majestic silhouettes of Montserrat, Laia and Martí contemplated the peaks.Ca: Ells sabien que, de vegades, el destí requeria més d'un coratge solitari.En: They knew that, sometimes, destiny required more than just solitary courage. Vocabulary Words:the historian: la historiadorathe monastery: el monestirthe assumption: l'assumpcióthe cliffs: els penya-segatsthe artifact: l'artefactethe treasure: el tresorthe entrance: l'entradathe security guard: el vigilant de seguretatthe reputation: la reputacióthe visitor: el visitantthe recordings: les gravacionsthe clues: les pistesthe cloisters: els claustresthe confrontation: la confrontacióthe intruder: l'intrústhe dispute: la disputathe thief: el lladrethe authority: l'autoritatthe resolution: la resolucióthe mystery: el misterithe courage: el coratgethe festival: la festivitatthe celebration: la celebracióthe heart: el corthe spirit: l'esperitthe faith: la fethe tumult: el tumultthe fountain: la fontthe peaks: els cimsthe sunset: la posta de sol

HALC Executive Director and host Endy D. Zemenides is joined by Mariam Wahba, Research Analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, to analyze the Egyptian government's efforts to control St. Catherine's monastery, the world's oldest continuously inhabited Christian monastery.You can read the articles we discuss in the podcast here:Egypt's War Against the World's Oldest Christian MonasteryOn migration, Greece takes a Trumpian turn - The Washington PostEnergy minister dismisses report on possible Turkey-Libya maritime deal approval | eKathimerini.com

In this episode, Katie interviews Bobby about his incredible 8-day pilgrimage to Poland for the World Premiere of the movie Triumph of the Heart—a powerful film telling the story of St. Maximilian Kolbe, his heroic life, and his ultimate sacrifice at Auschwitz concentration camp.What started as a trip for a movie premiere quickly became a pilgrimage on mission—to help spread the word about this heroic saint and his untold story. Bobby shares what it was like to travel with the cast, crew, director, and producers, while visiting some of the most meaningful places connected to St. Max's life and legacy:✨ Stops along the journey:Warsaw – for the Red Carpet World Premiere event

Watch the full podcast here! https://chinauncensored.tv/programs/podcast-307 Watch Game of Shadowshttps://optimumpublishinginternational.com/books/p/game-of-shadows-documentary-cp3ae A Buddhist group with mysterious ties to China is taking over a small Canadian province. What do people in Canada and the US need to learn before it's too late? Joining us today is Garry Clement. He's the Chief Anti-Money Laundering Officer at VersaBank. He's a co-author of the new book Canada Under Siege, and he's co-starting in a new documentary, Game of Shadows.  And check out our other channel, China Uncensored: https://www.youtube.com/ChinaUncensored Our social media: X: https://www.x.com/ChinaUncensored Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChinaUncensored Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChinaUncensored #China

He was the pagan jailkeeper who guarded St Laurence (see August 10); seeing his prisoner's holiness and the wonders wrought by him, Hippolytus was convinced of the truth of the Faith and became a Christian. When St Laurence baptized him, he was granted a vision of heaven and said 'I see innocent souls in great joy.' He took Laurence into his own home, and his entire household were baptized, nineteen in all.   When St Laurence was martyred, Hippolytus retrieved his body by night and buried it. He was detected and brought before the Emperor Valerian on the third day after Laurence's death. Despite severe beatings he would not renounce his faith. The Emperor ordered that he be stripped and flayed but, standing naked before the emperor, Hippolytus said 'You have not stripped me, but have begun to clothe me.' Despite all torments, neither Hippolytus nor any of his household would deny Christ. All of his household were slain, one by one, before Hippolytus. Finally Hippolytus himself was bound behind a wild horse and dragged to death. Our Holy Mother the Empress Irene (Xenia in Monasticism) (12th c.) She was the pious wife of the Emperor John II Comnenus (reigned 1118-1143), but retired into monastic life. She founded the Monastery of the Pantokrator in Constantinople.

​Fr Tryphon is the Abbot of the Monastery of the All-Merciful Saviour, which was established in 1986 by Archimandrite Dimitry (Egoroff) of blessed memory. The Monastery is under the omophore of His Eminence Kyrill, Archbishop of San Francisco and Western America, of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia.Personal Blog: https://abbottryphon.com/ Monastery Website: https://vashonmonks.com Monastery Online Store: https://store.vashonmonks.com/

In this chapter of the milestone hundredth episode of the "90 Miles from Needles: The Desert Protection Podcast," host Chris Clarke introduces a rich tapestry of insights from renowned desert advocate and writer Ruben Martinez. The chapter, part of a comprehensive six-part series celebrating this landmark with diverse contributors, invites listeners into a profound discussion linking deserts not only as geographical landscapes but as symbols of spiritual and existential exploration. Martinez shares an evocative narrative that intertwines personal experiences in the stark wilderness with broader socio-political and spiritual themes. Describing his retreat at a Cistercian monastery on the Lost Coast of California, he highlights the desert as a metaphor for existential struggle and spiritual enlightenment. Drawing connections between historical Christian meditation traditions and the contemporary borders between the U.S. and Mexico, Martinez explores the desert as both a literal and metaphorical backdrop for human migration and introspection. Through this exploration, he echoes the desert's dual role as a site of significant suffering amid hope, and as a place where nature's stark reality meets transcendent potential. Key Takeaways: The desert serves as a powerful metaphor for contemplation, self-discovery, and refuge. Historical Christian monastic traditions often depict the desert as a spiritual sanctuary and testing ground. The U.S.-Mexico borderlands bear a dual representation as both harsh environments and spaces of profound human migration and hope. Spiritual silence and withdrawal can act as essential means to confront personal and collective traumas. The chapter underscores the vital integration of storytelling and activism in understanding the contemporary and historical significance of desert regions. Notable Quotes: "I write about the desert from within the confines of a Cistercian monastery...in a region known generally as the Lost Coast.""The desert is lack, was fullness, was political or beyond politics...was native land.""Two darks, two deserts. One where corruption and violence joined to crucify the bodies of the vulnerable, and the other where silence is a salve...""Every step in the wilderness was an act of faith.""I'm in my desert alongside the migrants in theirs, writing in the dark." Resources: Rubén Martinéz at Loyola Marymount University https://bellarmine.lmu.edu/journalism/faculty/?expert=rubn.martnez Gary Paul Nabhan's anthology, The Nature of Desert Nature, published by University of Arizona Press. Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Text of ReadingsThursday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 398The Saint of the day is Saint Sharbel MakhloufSaint Sharbel Makhlouf’s Story Although this saint never traveled far from the Lebanese village of Beka-Kafra where he was born, his influence has spread widely. Joseph Zaroun Maklouf was raised by an uncle because his father, a mule driver, died when Joseph was only three. At the age of 23, Joseph joined the Monastery of St. Maron at Annaya, Lebanon, and took the name Sharbel in honor of a second-century martyr. He professed his final vows in 1853, and was ordained six years later. Following the example of the fifth-century Saint Maron, Sharbel lived as a hermit from 1875, until his death. His reputation for holiness prompted people to seek him to receive a blessing and to be remembered in his prayers. He followed a strict fast and was very devoted to the Blessed Sacrament. When his superiors occasionally asked him to administer the sacraments to nearby villages, Sharbel did so gladly. He died in the late afternoon on Christmas Eve. Christians and non-Christians soon made his tomb a place of pilgrimage and of cures. Pope Paul VI beatified Sharbel in 1965, and canonized him 12 years later. Reflection John Paul II often said that the Church has two lungs—East and West—and it must learn to breathe using both of them. Remembering saints like Sharbel helps the Church to appreciate both the diversity and unity present in the Catholic Church. Like all the saints, Sharbel points us to God and invites us to cooperate generously with God's grace, no matter what our situation in life may be. As our prayer life becomes deeper and more honest, we become more ready to make that generous response. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Thursday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time Optional Memorial of St. Sharbel Makhlouf, 1828-1898; at age 23, he joined the Monastery of St. Maron at Annaya, Lebanon; he professed final vows in 1853, and was ordained six years later; he lived as a hermit from 1875 until his death; he followed a strict fast and was very devoted to the Blessed Sacrament; when his superiors occasionally asked him to administer the sacraments to nearby villages, Sharbel did so gladly; Sharbel died in the late afternoon of Christmas eve, 1898 Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 7/24/25 Gospel: Matthew 13:10-17

Bob D conducts a workshop on the 12 Steps, this was held at The Monastery in August of 2012 in Adelaide South Australia. Bob D conducts these workshops all over the world and this one runs 11 hours in one episode. If you have any recordings of Leslie you would like to share with us please email: sobercast@gmail.com Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Sober Cast has 2900+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com

Louise: Violetta Lukyanenko Clara: Yulia Matochkina Duenna: Larisa Diadkova Don Jerome: Yevgeny Akimov Don Ferdinand: Roman Burdenko Don Antonio: Evgeny Akhmedov Mendoza: Sergey Aleksashkin Don Carlos: Yuri Laptev Conductor: Valery Gergiev Mariinsky Opera in Vladivostok 2016 Broadcast https://parterre.com/2025/07/01/troth-or-dare/

This weekend marks the feast day of Benedict- a 6th century monk who had his own rule, which has survived down the centuries. That rule emphasises moderation, work and prayer.Our journey this morning will begin in the Great Italian Monastery of Monte Cassino as we learn about the man himself and how he shaped monasticism in Western Europe. The Benedictine Order still exists across Europe- and we will hear three tales-first from Father Pere Basile, a monk who glorifies God through making wine at the Papal Vineyard of Pope Clement V in Provence in France.Then to Karol O'Connell, the Mother Superior at Kylemore Abbey in the West of Ireland leading an order of Benedictine Nuns who fled to Ireland after their monastery in Belgium was destroyed in the First World War. We finish our journey with Abbot Mark Ephrem of Holy Cross Monastery in Rostrevor in County Down - the first new Monastery built here for 800 years.

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The year Maria Morera Johnson turned 49 almost did her in. Maria faced intense stress in every aspect of her life. The lowest point was when she had a stroke.  “I was an absolute physical, emotional, and spiritual mess.” Maria survived and went home carrying a lot in her heart to reflect on. She decided to attend a spiritual retreat at The Monastery of the Holy Spirit. It was there that the Lord calmed her spirit.  While Maria walked around the abbey grounds, she prayed the Rosary and sensed Our Blessed Mother holding her hand. Maria also experienced the Lord's presence as she sat in the chapel.  Maria's time at the abbey transformed her spiritual life and affected her in every way. She started journaling her conversations with Jesus and continued for many years. It felt like her salvation.  Be encouraged to deepen your spiritual life as you listen to this mini-retreat in a podcast from the “Women of Wisdom" series!   Learn more about Maria and her work at mariamjohnson.com.

He is honored as the founder of Orthodox monastic life in Russia. He was born in Chernigov province and tonsured at the Monastery of Esphigmenou on the Holy Mountain. His abbot sent him from Mt Athos to Kiev to establish the monastic life there in 1013, during the last years of Prince Vladimir's holy reign. He lived there as a hermit, slowly drawing to himself others who wished to share the ascetical life. In time, the brotherhood grew into the Kiev Caves Lavra. St Anthony refused to serve as abbot of the monastery; this task was taken up by St Theodosius (commemorated May 3). St Anthony continued to live as a cave-dwelling hermit and reposed in peace at the age of ninety.

Pentecost IV, 2025.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Unveiling the Monastery's Secret: A Librarian's Quest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-07-07-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Sota el cel blau d'estiu, el monestir de Montserrat s'elevava majestuosament entre els pics escarpats.En: Under the blue summer sky, the monastery of Montserrat rose majestically among the rugged peaks.Ca: A l'interior, la biblioteca guardava secrets antics, un lloc on la història podia sentir-se respirar.En: Inside, the library guarded ancient secrets, a place where history could be felt breathing.Ca: Llúcia, la bibliotecària, passava els seus dies ordenant llibres i buscant alguna cosa extraordinària que trenqués la seva rutina.En: Llúcia, the librarian, spent her days arranging books and searching for something extraordinary to break her routine.Ca: Un matí assolellat, Llúcia va descobrir un llibre estrany que no hi havia estat abans.En: One sunny morning, Llúcia discovered a strange book that hadn't been there before.Ca: Les seves cobertes eren de cuir gastat i no tenia títol.En: Its covers were of worn leather and it had no title.Ca: La curiositat la va dominar.En: Curiosity took over her.Ca: Va obrir-lo i va veure que l'escriptura estava en un idioma desconegut.En: She opened it and saw that the writing was in an unknown language.Ca: "Pere, vine, mira això," va dir Llúcia, assenyalant el llibre misteriós.En: "Pere, come, look at this," said Llúcia, pointing to the mysterious book.Ca: Pere, l'historiador local, sempre escèptic, va fer una ullada, inclinant-se cap a la seva opinió habitual.En: Pere, the local historian, always skeptical, glanced at it, leaning into his usual opinion.Ca: "És una broma, Llúcia.En: "It's a joke, Llúcia.Ca: Algú està jugant amb nosaltres.En: Someone is playing with us."Ca: "Montse, una investigadora nova a l'abadia, escoltava atentament.En: Montse, a new researcher at the abbey, listened attentively.Ca: El desig de fer una troballa important es va barrejar amb la por.En: The desire to make an important discovery mixed with fear.Ca: Ferdan alguna cosa sense proves podia afeblir la seva carrera.En: Making something of it without proof could weaken her career.Ca: "No estic segura," va murmurar.En: "I'm not sure," she murmured.Ca: Però Llúcia no es rendiria tan fàcilment.En: But Llúcia would not give up so easily.Ca: Va decidir investigar el llibre en secret.En: She decided to investigate the book in secret.Ca: "Montse, necessito la teva ajuda.En: "Montse, I need your help.Ca: Podem intentar desxifrar-ho juntes.En: We can try to decipher it together."Ca: "Aquella nit, a la llum tènue de les làmpades, van començar a treballar.En: That night, by the dim light of the lamps, they began to work.Ca: Cada pàgina revelava nous símbols i, finalment, van descobrir un missatge ocult.En: Each page revealed new symbols and, finally, they discovered a hidden message.Ca: Un mapa i símbols criptics emergien de la foscor del passat.En: A map and cryptic symbols emerged from the darkness of the past.Ca: "Això té significat," va xiuxiuejar Llúcia amb esperança renovada.En: "This has meaning," Llúcia whispered with renewed hope.Ca: L'endemà, Pere, ara interessat, es va unir a elles.En: The next day, Pere, now interested, joined them.Ca: Va voler una explicació lògica d'aquest enigma.En: He wanted a logical explanation for this enigma.Ca: "Podria ser autèntic," va admetre a contracor, sorprenent fins i tot ell mateix.En: "It could be authentic," he admitted reluctantly, surprising even himself.Ca: Guiats pel mapa, els tres van seguir el camí marcat pels signes.En: Guided by the map, the three followed the path marked by the signs.Ca: La recerca els va portar a una cambra amagada dins del monestir.En: The search led them to a hidden chamber within the monastery.Ca: Com van obrir la porta, una col·lecció d'artefactes històrics es va revelar davant els seus ulls.En: As they opened the door, a collection of historical artifacts was revealed before their eyes.Ca: Llúcia va somriure, satisfeta per haver seguit el seu instint.En: Llúcia smiled, satisfied for having followed her instinct.Ca: En Montse va sentir-se valorada i Pere va comprendre que no sempre es pot explicar tot amb la lògica.En: Montse felt valued, and Pere realized that not everything can always be explained with logic.Ca: El misteri del llibre havia canviat les seves vides per sempre, oferint noves aventures i una obertura cap al desconegut.En: The mystery of the book had changed their lives forever, offering new adventures and an opening towards the unknown.Ca: I així, entre les pedres antigues de Montserrat, la història va trobar un nou capítol en el món dels tres aventurers.En: And so, among the ancient stones of Montserrat, history found a new chapter in the world of the three adventurers.Ca: La llum del matí d'estiu brillava a través de les finestres, prometent aquells nous descobriments que només es troben quan creus en l'impossible.En: The light of the summer morning shone through the windows, promising those new discoveries that are only found when you believe in the impossible. Vocabulary Words:the monastery: el monestirthe peaks: els picsrugged: escarpatsthe library: la bibliotecaancient: anticsthe librarian: la bibliotecàriato arrange: ordenarextraordinary: extraordinàriaroutine: rutinaworn: gastacuriosity: curiositatthe historian: l'historiadorskeptical: escèpticthe researcher: la investigadorato murmur: murmurarto investigate: investigarsecret: secretto decipher: desxifrarto reveal: revelarsymbols: símbolscryptic: crípticthe darkness: la foscorto whisper: xiuxiuejarthe map: el mapathe chamber: la cambraartifacts: artefactesto smile: somriureinstinct: instintadventure: aventurato promise: prometre

"Born in Asia and educated in Constantinople, he went into the army after completing his studies and became an officer. Reading the Holy Scriptures, he came upon the Saviour's words: 'If thou wilt be perfect, go and sell all thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven; and come and follow Me' (Matt. 19:21). These words made such an impression on him that he sold and gave away all that he had, and went off to the desert. After long asceticism and striving for purification, he founded the community of the 'Wakeful Ones' (Acoemetae) with a special rule. According to this rule, the services in the church continued day and night in unbroken sequence. The brethren were divided into six groups, each having its appointed hours of day or night to go to church and take over the reading and singing from the previous group. He travelled a great deal over the East, bringing people to faith in Christ, disputing with heretics, working miracles by God's grace and growing old in the service of the Lord Jesus. He finished his earthly course in Constantinople in the year 430, where his relics revealed the miraculous power and glory with which God had glorified His holy servant." (Prologue)

This podcast was made possible by CIUT-FM 89.5, University of Toronto Community Radio. For more content visit https://ciut.fm/ ethiopia.utsc.utoronto.ca (Username: student Password: Student) In the first episode of The Bridge Podcast, we have a conversation with Professor Michael Gervers, who has spent a lot of time in Ethiopia doing field research and has now been a history professor at the University of Toronto for almost 50 years! Amongst many other incredible stories featured in this episode, we talk about the value of experiencing different cultures and living in different places, dealing with anxiety, and weird experiences while living in a monastery! Thank you for watching!   Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thebridge.cast/ Follow us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thebridge.cast

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The Sixena murals are late 12th to early 13th-century Romanesque wall paintings from the Monastery of Santa María de Sixena in Aragon. They were moved to Barcelona during the Spanish Civil War for preservation and are currently on display at the National Art Museum of Catalonia in Barcelona. On this week's podcast, we explore the ongoing debate over their place of exhibition, which highlights deeper regional and cultural tensions in Spain.  Reporter Cillian Shields visits the MNAC to learn more about the history, restoration and conservation of the frescoes. Art historian Albert Velasco explains the controversy over their location, in which Aragon claims rightful ownership and demands their immediate return to the Sixena monastery, whilst experts highlight the importance of a controlled environment for conservation and warn that moving them may cause irreparable damage due to their fragility.  Host Beth Cohen draws parallels with other relocated artworks and raises questions about the responsibility to protect cultural heritage regardless of political disputes. This week, our Catalan phrase is “Compartir és viure” - “To share is to live”. A modern and commonly used phrase in Catalonia, it expresses the idea that sharing is an essential part of a meaningful life, fostering a sense of community and human connection.

From 6 years in isolation to sounding the alarm, Buddhist Gelong Thubten reveals the hidden epidemic no one is talking about with Stress, Depression, Buddhism, Meditation, Mental Health and more. Thubten is one of the UK's most influential meditation teachers, who spent 6 years in isolated meditation retreats, including one which lasted 4 years. He is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Handbook for Hard Times: A Monk's Guide to Fearless Living'. He explains: The hidden mental health crisis that's silently destroying your emotional well-being. Why Western culture increases anxiety, depression, and disconnection The biggest myths about meditation and how to meditate properly.  The real reason your meditation practice isn't working. How screen time and phone addiction are hijacking your brain and inner peace. Why rejecting pleasure can lead to lasting connection and clarity. How unresolved trauma controls your mind and how mindfulness can free you. 00:00 Intro 02:32 Why Is Thubten's Message More Important Now Than Ever Before? 03:02 Thubten's Concerns About Western Society 03:51 Where Does Life Purpose Come From? 05:15 Is Search for Purpose a Misplaced Pursuit? 06:28 Why Is Western Society Increasingly Unhappy? 08:55 Is It Wrong to Find Meaning in the Pursuit of Goals? 11:38 What Led Thubten to Become a Monk? 13:50 Gelong's Difficult Past and Its Impact on His Mind 18:06 Where Do Negative Internal Voices Originate From? 19:03 Who Influenced Thubten to Go to a Monastery? 19:53 Thubten's Heart Condition 20:49 Key Aspects of Living as a Monk 22:25 What Are the Advantages of Celibacy? 24:23 Is Abstinence Sufficient to Overcome Compulsive Behaviour? 27:06 What Is Buddhism? 29:43 Thubten's Journey of Healing 31:33 What Is Meditation? 36:38 Benefits of Buddhist Practices 41:12 Can a Buddhist Mindset Go Hand in Hand With Effectiveness at Work? 46:45 Ads 48:41 How Does Buddhism Think About Victimhood and Trauma? 51:51 Breaking Free From Suffering 58:16 Can We Run Away From Our Pain? 1:04:49 How to Love Yourself When You Feel Broken 1:05:56 Coping With Grief and Loss 1:10:21 Focusing on the Pain in a Loving Way 1:13:17 The Practice of Forgiveness 1:20:16 Ads 1:22:12 Are We Living in a Culture of Fear? 1:25:06 How to Protect Yourself From Fear 1:27:13 The Gap Between Impulse and Action 1:28:13 Incorporating Meditation Into Your Daily Life 1:31:21 Live Meditation 1:38:21 How Can Meditation Change Your Life 1:41:39 Why Did Thubten Take Vows for Life? 1:42:26 Does Working on Your Mind Ever End? 1:43:15 The Gap Between Knowing and Doing 1:45:17 Is Meditation Retreat a Good Idea to Get Started? 1:45:54 Is Buddhism a Solution to the Current World Problems? 1:47:54 Question From the Previous Guest Follow Thubten:  Instagram - https://bit.ly/3FOxXlg  Website - https://bit.ly/45s6Zu0  Books - https://bit.ly/4ebqBF9  You can purchase Thubten's book, ‘Handbook for Hard Times: A Monk's Guide to Fearless Living', here: ⁠https://bit.ly/3ZDPwuU⁠  You can purchase Thubten's book, ‘A Monk's Guide to Happiness: Meditation in the 21st century', here: https://bit.ly/45xFE9O  The Diary Of A CEO: Join DOAC circle here -https://doaccircle.com/ The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett Vivobarefoot - https://vivobarefoot.com/DOAC with code DIARY20 for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Siblings & Secrets: Unveiling Montserrat's Hidden Treasures Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-06-23-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Els raigs de sol travessaven les boires del matí mentre Lluís i Marta caminaven pel Monestir de Montserrat.En: The rays of the sun pierced through the morning mist as Lluís and Marta walked through the Monastery of Montserrat.Ca: L'aire de l'estiu portava l'aroma de les flors silvestres, embolicant els germans en una atmosfera de solemnitat i bellesa.En: The summer air carried the scent of wildflowers, enveloping the siblings in an atmosphere of solemnity and beauty.Ca: Al fons, els sons de les celebracions de Sant Joan omplien l'ambient amb una alegria distant.En: In the background, the sounds of the Sant Joan celebrations filled the air with a distant cheer.Ca: Lluís avançava amb passos lleugers, plens d'entusiasme, desbordant dades i dates de la història medieval de Catalunya.En: Lluís moved with light steps, full of enthusiasm, overflowing with facts and dates from the medieval history of Catalunya.Ca: Marta, al seu costat, seguia amb certa reticència, més seduïda per l'atracció de les festes modernes que no pas pels murs antics que l'envoltaven.En: Marta, beside him, followed with some reluctance, more enticed by the allure of modern festivities than by the ancient walls surrounding her.Ca: "Sabies que les muntanyes de Montserrat han estat el destí de molts pelegrins durant segles?" deia Lluís, intentant encendre l'espurna de la curiositat en la seva germana.En: "Did you know that the Montserrat mountains have been the destination for many pilgrims for centuries?" Lluís said, trying to spark his sister's curiosity.Ca: Però Marta només assentia amb un somriure forçat, pensant en els concerts i les fogueres que l'esperaven més tard.En: But Marta only nodded with a forced smile, thinking about the concerts and bonfires that awaited her later.Ca: En un moment de desesperació creativa, Lluís va decidir explicar-li una antiga llegenda.En: In a moment of creative desperation, Lluís decided to tell her an ancient legend.Ca: "Diuen que en algun lloc aquí amagat, hi ha un tresor deixat per cavallers fa molt temps.En: "They say that somewhere hidden here, there's a treasure left by knights long ago.Ca: Però només es revela a aquells que tenen llaços forts i sincers." Va fer una pausa, mirant de reüll a Marta, esperant una reacció.En: But it's only revealed to those with strong and sincere bonds." He paused, glancing sideways at Marta, hoping for a reaction.Ca: Marta va aturar-se, una mica escèptica, però les seves paraules la van intrigar.En: Marta stopped, a bit skeptical, but his words intrigued her.Ca: “D'acord, Lluís.En: "Okay, Lluís.Ca: Anem a buscar-lo, però si no trobem res...” va començar a replicar, però ell ja somreia, content pel canvi d'actitud.En: Let's go look for it, but if we don't find anything..." she began to reply, but he was already smiling, pleased by the change in attitude.Ca: Van arribar a una sendera poc coneguda, lluny dels grups de turistes.En: They arrived at a little-known path, far from the tourist groups.Ca: Les pedres del camí estaven cobertes de molsa i el silenci només era trencat pel cant dels ocells.En: The stones of the path were covered in moss, and the silence was only broken by the birds' song.Ca: De sobte, Marta va notar una petita esquerda a la paret rocosa.En: Suddenly, Marta noticed a small crack in the rocky wall.Ca: Curiosa, es va apropar i va descobrir una petita entrada.En: Curious, she approached and discovered a small entrance.Ca: Els dos germans van entrar amb precaució i van trobar una sala amagada.En: The two siblings entered cautiously and found a hidden room.Ca: Al final, un gran espill reflectia les seves imatges.En: At the end, a large mirror reflected their images.Ca: Marta el va mirar i, somrient, va entendre què volia dir aquell retrobament inesperat.En: Marta looked at it and, smiling, understood what that unexpected meeting meant.Ca: "Potser aquest és el nostre tresor," va dir Marta suaument, sentint una nova connexió amb Lluís.En: "Maybe this is our treasure," Marta said softly, feeling a new connection with Lluís.Ca: Ell, encantat, va abraçar-la, satisfet d'haver compartit aquest moment especial.En: He, delighted, embraced her, satisfied to have shared this special moment.Ca: Quan van sortir de l'habitació secreta, la llum del sol era més brillant i el món semblava tenir uns colors més vius.En: When they exited the secret room, the sunlight was brighter and the world seemed to have more vivid colors.Ca: Marta, reconfortada, va començar a preguntar més sobre les històries que tant fascinaven el seu germà.En: Reassured, Marta began to ask more about the stories that so fascinated her brother.Ca: Lluís, amb paciència renovada, es va comprometre a presentar-li la història d'una forma més viva i imaginativa.En: Lluís, with renewed patience, promised to introduce her to history in a more lively and imaginative way.Ca: Junts, van tornar al cor del monestir, transformats per una experiència única, amb lligams reforçats, preparats per gaudir del Sant Joan amb noves perspectives i un afecte redescobert.En: Together, they returned to the heart of the monastery, transformed by a unique experience, with strengthened bonds, ready to enjoy Sant Joan with new perspectives and a rediscovered affection. Vocabulary Words:the rays: els raigsthe mist: les boiresthe scent: l'aromathe wildflowers: les flors silvestresthe solemnity: la solemnitatthe enthusiasm: l'entusiasmethe reluctance: la reticènciathe allure: l'atraccióthe pilgrims: els pelegrinsthe knights: els cavallersthe waist: la cinturathe cheer: l'alegriathe bond: els llaçosthe attitude: l'actitudthe path: la senderathe moss: la molsathe crack: l'esquerdathe entrance: l'entradathe mirror: l'espillthe connection: la connexióthe embrace: l'abraçadathe patience: la paciènciathe experience: l'experiènciathe bonds: els lligamsthe affection: l'afectethe celebration: la celebracióthe history: la històriathe legend: la llegendathe treasure: el tresorthe tourists: els turistes

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Part 2 A desire to both protect and to learn has led to terror in Firmament's Harrow - but can that terror be contained? DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

Part 1 A desire to both protect and to learn has led to terror in Firmament's Harrow - but can that terror be contained? DAGGERHEARTDaggerheart is OUT NOW! Visit https://daggerheart.com to learn more. Purchase your copy at friendly local game stores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other bookstores, or Critical Role shops:US: https://shop.critrole.comUK: https://shop.critrole.co.ukEU: https://shop.critrole.euAU: https://shop.critrole.com.auCA: https://canada.critrole.com AGE OF UMBRASmall communities hold fast against the darkness of a dying world in Age of Umbra, a dark, survival fantasy 8-part Daggerheart mini-series with Game Master Matthew Mercer and players Ashley Johnson, Laura Bailey, Liam O'Brien, Marisha Ray, Sam Riegel, Taliesin Jaffe, and Travis Willingham. Death lurks around every corner, but five characters of the small community of Desperloch must band together to fight for hope for their community, risking it all for those they love. BEACONCurious what happens when the camera turns off after an Age of Umbra episode? Watch the Cooldown episodes with the cast discussion after each episode, exclusively on Beacon! Start your 7-day free trial today at https://beacon.tv/join and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. CREDITSKey Art & Character Art by Anthony Chong Jones | @robotpencilPlayer Miniatures by Hero ForgeSpecial thanks to Solar Simon DMMain Theme Song by Omar FadelSet Design by Shaun EllisSet Fabrication and Production Design by Noxweiler Berf Due to the improv nature of RPG content on our channels, some themes and situations that occur in-game may be difficult for some to handle. If hearing discussions of certain episodes or scenes become uncomfortable, we strongly suggest taking a break or skipping that particular episode.Your health and well-being is important to us and Psycom has a great list of international mental health resources, in case it's useful: http://bit.ly/PsycomResources

Top headlines for Monday, June 9, 2025In this episode, we delve into the Trump administration's celebration of Title IX Month in June, a move that highlights a contrasting stance to the widely observed LGBT Pride Month. Next, we discuss the National Association of Realtors' decision to amend its controversial hate speech rule following intense scrutiny and public debate. Plus, we analyze the international reaction to Egypt's court ruling to transfer ownership of the historic Saint Catherine's Monastery at Mount Sinai to the state, a decision that has ignited global Christian outrage.00:11 Department of Education recognizes June as 'Title IX Month'01:12 Anti-Catholic Biden-era FBI memo sent to over 1,000 staffers02:08 Realtors change rule after pastor found guilty of 'hate speech'02:58 TD Jakes' defamation lawsuit caught in dispute over AI and errors03:52 Shawn Ryan, Tucker Carlson discuss Satan, UFOs, revival04:35 Christians protest Egypt court ruling on Mt. Sinai monastery05:38 Palantir founder Peter Thiel talks Antichrist, Armageddon Subscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercastFollow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTubeGet the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for AndroidSubscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!Links to the NewsDepartment of Education recognizes June as 'Title IX Month' | PoliticsAnti-Catholic Biden-era FBI memo sent to over 1,000 staffers | U.S.Realtors change rule after pastor found guilty of 'hate speech' | BusinessTD Jakes' defamation lawsuit caught in dispute over AI and errors | U.S.Shawn Ryan, Tucker Carlson discuss Satan, UFOs, revival | PodcastChristians protest Egypt court ruling on Mt. Sinai monastery | WorldPalantir founder Peter Thiel talks Antichrist, Armageddon | U.S.

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An Egyptian court has recently issued a controversial ruling regarding the famous St. Catherine Monastery in the Sinai, the oldest Christian monastery in continuous use since the 4th century. The ruling declared the entire area Egyptian public property and implied that it could evict the monks and turn it into a museum. Archaeologist Avner Goren who was the chief archaeologist for Israel in the Sinai for 15 years and very familiar with St. Catherine, said the situation was unprecedented in its long, long history. He told reporter Arieh O’Sullivan that the situation was still under negotiation and time will tell if it will change. (photo: Yossi Zamir/flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the season 3 finale!   With the Machine Cult's plans finally thwarted, our heroes are reconvened. But an unexpected guest brings something even more unexpected with them… Links Transcript:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/11bUiN3gMdtpwa1uG_KoX9rAIy24oFgpbrCeSfvDeAB0/edit?usp=sharing All music is royalty-free, and courtesy of Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/music/ and Slipstream https://slip.stream/ https://freesound.org/ Email TheLoneAdv@gmail.com BlueSky: @theloneadventurer.bsky.social Podbean https://theloneadventurer.podbean.com/ Blog https://carlillustration.wordpress.com/ Ironsworn: Sundered Isles: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/477033/sundered-isles-expansion-for-ironsworn-starforged Pocketforge online tool: https://pocketforge.rockpaperstory.com/ Perchance TLA random event oracle: https://perchance.org/tla-randomevent Perchance TLA ritual generator:https://perchance.org/tla-tatters-ritual-generator Perchance TLA Mythic 2e GME  https://perchance.org/tla-mythic2e Perchance TLA OCEANIC NPC generator https://perchance.org/tla-oceanic-npc Perchance TLA OCEANIC NPC behaviour oracle https://perchance.org/tla-oceanic-behaviour Legend of the Bones https://legendofthebones.podbean.com/   Mechanics Scene 0 & 1 Chaos Factor 7 Scene Description: Mina and Tatters heal and take stock Scene Test: The scene is Altered: Remove An Object and Add A Character Object: The Dead Reckoning? 505/50 yes Character: Lord Tortemus? 505/50 no NPC roll (19 options): Setarra Convergence ritual fails Doomspire activation halted? (Likely) Yes Doomspire activation reversed? (unlikely) No Does Mara recognise Mina & co? (50/50) No Does she recognise her name? (Likely) Yes Is Mina in control of Barbican? (Likely) Exceptional yes: Heal move (using Sidekick): Miss Pay the Price: she's stuck in there, and without her mind, her body is dying (that's the Exceptional Yes!)   Scene 2 Chaos Factor 8 Scene Description: Avoid getting dismembered by the demon Scene Test: The scene is Altered: Reduce/Remove An Activity Demonic aggression? (50/50) Yes What does Setarra want? Triumphant, Quiet He has what he wants: Tatters' body Did he offer her the Spider in exchange? (Likely) Yes Anyone else? (50/50) Yes (the Web) Scene 3 Chaos Factor 7 Scene Description: Taking Stock at the Monastery of Thrice Blessed Ankhra Scene Test: The scene starts as expected. The Convergence Ritual: foiled The Failing Ward: foiled The Activation of the Doomspires: foiled Can Mina's body be placed in status? (Likely) Yes Setarra's bid for freedom: failed Current Ominous Forces Civil War in Kyras Crater Sallow Trace The Bombardment of Tanth Blue Flight Note: Mina didn't share the secret of disabling infernal powder  The Unseen's Grand Plan Mina Valerian Head to the house of whispers & Alexis Setarra on the Loose Mara Spider Restore Mina to her body Cadmus

Patrick opens the hour by responding to a listener’s struggle with isolation while growing closer to Jesus, drawing parallels to St. Paul’s hardships and the promise of deeper spiritual bonds. He fields questions about Christian relics, considers the spiritual growth possible in suffering through flawed government, addresses the frustrations of Social Security, and gently advises callers on topics like wearing the rosary while on duty as a police officer or breaking the habit of speaking harshly to a parent. Lauren (email) – Do people choose not to follow Jesus because it can lead to a life of isolation?(00:39) Sean - Remind Patrick that Codex Sinaiticus was found at the St. Catherine’s Monastery at Mount Sinai (06:05) Alex - In response to affordable housing, isn’t it sometimes good to undergo suffering? (11:54) Jean – What about someone who pays into Social Security but dies before they collect anything (22:06) Patty – I’m a patrol sergeant and I wear the rosary around the neck. Is that disrespectful? (25:33) Bill - How do we discern between real videos of the pope and something that might be AI? (28:43) Beth - Response to an earlier email from Lauren about faith and isolation: the more we get involved in our parish, the more we feel connected. (35:20) Elena - Are there sins that God won’t forgive? (38:00) Jose - I live with my mom and help her. Is it right for me to leave? (44:58)

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He was born in Constantinople around 758, of pious parents: his father had been exiled under Constantine Copronymus for his steadfast veneration of the holy icons. Nikephoros served in the imperial palace as a secretary, but later renounced worldly success to struggle in monastic life near Constantinople. He built and administered a monastery which soon became filled with monks; but he himself never took the monastic habit, feeling himself unworthy. Though a layman, he took part in the Seventh Ecumenical Council at the request of the Emperor and Patriarch because of his remarkable knowledge of Holy Scripture. Much against his will, he was made Patriarch of Constantinople at the death of Patriarch Tarasios. He was made a monk, then elevated through all the priestly orders in a few days, then enthroned at St Sophia in 806.   A few years later, the Emperor Leo the Armenian took the throne. Patriarch Nikephoros, as was customary, sent him a Confession of the Orthodox Faith to sign. Leo put off signing the document until his coronation, then revealed himself to be an Iconoclast heretic. The Patriarch tried quietly to bring him back to the Orthodox faith, but to no avail. When the Emperor, in his turn, tried to make the holy Nikephoros bow to iconoclasm, the Patriarch clearly and publicly upheld the veneration of the holy Icons. For this he was deposed and driven into exile at the Monastery of St Theodore, which he himself had founded. Here he reposed, having served for nine years as Patriarch, and thirteen years in exile and privation.

A recent court ruling in Egypt has sounded alarm bells in Athens and around the world as it seems to put the status of St. Catherine's monastery in Sinai, a UNESCO world heritage site, at risk. This has prompted reactions at the highest levels, with Prime Minister Mitsotakis speaking with his Egyptian counterpart and emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the monastery's status as a Greek Orthodox place of pilgrimage. Dr. Elizabeth Prodromou joins Thanos Davelis as we break down what's at stake for St. Catherine's monastery and why it matters as we look at the broader state of international religious freedom in the region.Dr. Prodromou is a former Vice Chair and Commissioner on the US Commission on International Religious Freedom, visiting professor in the International Studies Program at Boston College, and was a member of the US Secretary of State's Religion & Foreign Policy Working Group.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Sisi reaffirms Egypt's commitment to status of Sinai monastery in call with MitsotakisHistoric Sinai settlement never signedA bolt out of the blue on Mt SinaiTurkish authorities order detention of dozens of opposition officials in widening crackdownTurkey arrests dozens including opposition party membersGas to flow from Greece to Slovakia, Ukraine

Fr. Kyrillos Ibrahim- Homily for the Feast of the Lord's Entry into Egypt. The Feast of the Lord's Entry into Egypt presents several imitable virtues of the Holy Family, along with a unique blessing for Egypt and the Coptic Church. A look at the Monastery of El-Muharraq and the contemporary saint, Fr. Theophilus El-Muharraqi. Click the icon below to listen.

Preview Author James Holland, "Cassino 44," describes how the American Red Bull Division's initial attack nearly succeeded in capturing the fortified monastery and town that afterward would require another six months of casualties and frustration. More later. 1944 CASSINO ASSAULT

Join us as we explore the history of the Trappist-Cistercian monastery and gain insight into the daily lives and dedicated work of the monks who call it home. Winecamp23@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wine_camp_podcast/Music: Windows Rolled Down by The 126ers, Wes Hutchinson Windows Rolled Down - The 126ers Wes Hutchinson % - Free Music Download For Creators (happysoulmusic.com)

We are unpacking monastery life and how it relates to raising children and creating a family community. Also, you can also check out EP. 294: Living Light. It is the episode that Campbell Punnett talks about living with fewer things. Thanks to our sponsor: Welcome back Schuler Shoes –– just in time for summer shoe shopping! You can shop any of the nine Twin Cities locations or go online to schulershoes.com. Shoes we are liking for the summer: Birkenstock's Arizona Chunky or Sorel's Kinetic Impact Y-strap High Sandal. And we're also eyeing some hiking boots: Keen San Jose or the Oboz Bridger. Connect with Us!Our Website: https://www.besttothenest.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/besttothenest?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Our Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1088997968155776/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: Montserrat's Mystical Journey and the Hidden Monastery Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2025-05-05-22-34-02-ca Story Transcript:Ca: Montserrat, amb les seves agulles de pedra impressionants i el seu monestir serenament assentat a la muntanya, s'alçava amb majestuositat sota el cel primaveral.En: Montserrat, with its impressive stone needles and its monastery serenely perched on the mountain, rose majestically under the spring sky.Ca: Les flors començaven a florir al voltant dels camins acolorits, i el perfum de flors fresques omplia l'aire.En: Flowers began to bloom around the colorful paths, and the scent of fresh flowers filled the air.Ca: Júlia, Pere i Rosa estaven preparats per al dia, amb un grup d'internacionals fascinats per la bellesa d'aquest indret.En: Júlia, Pere, and Rosa were ready for the day, with a group of internationals fascinated by the beauty of this place.Ca: Júlia, amb la seva passió per la cultura catalana, no podia esperar per compartir la riquesa de Montserrat.En: Júlia, with her passion for Catalan culture, couldn't wait to share the richness of Montserrat.Ca: Desitjava mostrar els secrets del monestir, la història dels monjos que hi vivien, i la màgia del cor de Catalunya.En: She wished to reveal the secrets of the monastery, the history of the monks who lived there, and the magic in the heart of Catalonia.Ca: Al seu costat, Pere somreia, sempre encantador, amb una broma a punt per distendre l'ambient.En: Beside her, Pere smiled, always charming, with a joke ready to lighten the mood.Ca: Rosa, al seu torn, mirava el cel amb preocupació; el dia semblava borrós i el vent començava a empènyer els núvols cap a ells.En: Rosa, in turn, looked at the sky with concern; the day seemed blurry and the wind was starting to push the clouds towards them.Ca: "Mireu el monestir! L'esforç dels monjos i la seva fe es percep en cada pedra", va dir Júlia, captivant els turistes amb la seva veu segura.En: "Look at the monastery! The monks' labor and their faith can be felt in every stone," said Júlia, captivating the tourists with her confident voice.Ca: Pere va afegir amb entusiasme: "I sabeu? Diuen les llegendes que aquestes muntanyes... són guardians dels nostres secrets!"En: Pere added enthusiastically, "And you know? The legends say that these mountains... are guardians of our secrets!"Ca: De sobte, un tro a la distància.En: Suddenly, thunder in the distance.Ca: Júlia va mirar Rosa, coneixent el significat d'aquell soroll.En: Júlia looked at Rosa, understanding the meaning of that sound.Ca: Rosa, prudent com sempre, va sugerir: "Potser hauríem de tornar... El camí pot esdevenir perillós."En: Rosa, cautious as always, suggested, "Perhaps we should go back... The path could become dangerous."Ca: Però Júlia no volia que la tempesta desviés els seus plans meravellosos.En: But Júlia didn't want the storm to derail her wonderful plans.Ca: Va mirar Pere, esperant suport.En: She looked at Pere, hoping for support.Ca: "No passarà res, companyes", va dir Pere amb confiança.En: "Nothing will happen, companions," said Pere with confidence.Ca: "Un canvi de plans pot fer la visita més divertida!"En: "A change of plans can make the visit more fun!"Ca: Rosa dubtava, però Júlia va saber que hi havia una manera de posar d'acord a tothom.En: Rosa hesitated, but Júlia knew there was a way to get everyone on the same page.Ca: Va proposar una nova ruta, buscant seguretat i sorpresa.En: She proposed a new route, seeking safety and surprise.Ca: "Hi ha una part del monestir, una ala menys coneguda... Un moment perfecte per explorar-la!"En: "There's a part of the monastery, a lesser-known wing... A perfect time to explore it!"Ca: Rosa, tot i que preocupada, va acconsentir després d'una pausa breu.En: Rosa, though concerned, agreed after a brief pause.Ca: Així, el grup es va moure per camins més protegits, sota la guia experta de Júlia.En: Thus, the group moved through more sheltered paths, under Júlia's expert guidance.Ca: El cel es va enfosquir però, paradoxalment, a l'interior del monestir, llums càlides jugaven amb les ombres de les antigues columnes.En: The sky darkened but, paradoxically, inside the monastery, warm lights played with the shadows of the ancient columns.Ca: Els turistes, per uns instants, oblidaren la pluja que picava les finestres.En: The tourists, for a few moments, forgot the rain tapping on the windows.Ca: Van descobrir frescos amagats i racons resistents al pas del temps.En: They discovered hidden frescoes and corners resilient to the passage of time.Ca: Les històries de Júlia van adquirir vida, i el compte de Pere sobre aquell lloc secret emocionava els ànims.En: Júlia's stories came to life, and Pere's account of that secret place stirred the spirits.Ca: Finalment, en un temps que semblava volar, la tempesta va amainar i els turistes eren extasiats.En: Finally, in a time that seemed to fly, the storm subsided and the tourists were ecstatic.Ca: El guia del grup els va agrair amb sinceritat.En: The group's guide thanked them sincerely.Ca: Una experiència única, havien dit.En: It was a unique experience, they had said.Ca: Júlia va veure el somriure d'aprovació d'un supervivent de la jornada: el seu cap, que l'havia observat discretament.En: Júlia saw the approving smile of a survivor of the day: her boss, who had observed her discreetly.Ca: Era el reconeixement que esperava, una promoció guanyada per l'enginy i el treball en equip.En: It was the recognition she had been waiting for, a promotion earned through ingenuity and teamwork.Ca: Un cop la tempesta va deixar pas a una tarda tranquil·la i clara, Júlia, Rosa i Pere van comprendre com cada un tenia un paper crucial en la jornada.En: Once the storm gave way to a calm and clear afternoon, Júlia, Rosa, and Pere understood how each had a crucial role in the day.Ca: Van decidir celebrar-ho al voltant d'una taula, compartint històries i riures, un record que guardaria per sempre a l'indret màgic de Montserrat.En: They decided to celebrate around a table, sharing stories and laughter, a memory they would cherish forever in the magical place of Montserrat. Vocabulary Words:needle: l'agullamonastery: el monestirmajestically: amb majestuositatbloom: florirpath: el camíscent: el perfumlabor: l'esforçfaith: la feguardian: el guardiàthunder: el troconcern: la preocupacióstorm: la tempestaroute: la rutashelter: el refugishadow: l'ombrafresco: el fresccolumn: la columnaresilient: resistentpromotion: la promocióingenuity: l'enginyteamwork: el treball en equipjoyful: alegrediscreetly: discretamentblurry: borrósmood: l'ambientcharming: encantadorconcerned: preocupatsurvivor: el superviventastonished: extasiatcelebration: la celebració

In this episode Al Fadi and Dr Jay recap the first eleven claims; in conclusion : every reference to Mohammad in these claims place him in the wrong place and probably refer to other Muhammads = " the praised ones ". Then they discuss claim #12 The Ashtiname Letter, which was supposed to be written by Mohammad or Ali to the monks of St Catherine's Monastery, promising protection and other privileges. This turned out to be a fraud written by the monks of the monastery to protect themselves from the Marauding Muslims all around them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ouzo Talk journeys to the historic and holy peninsula of Mount Athos for episode 80 to discover the history, relics, Saints and mystique behind this unique monastic community. From the belt of the Virgin Mary and the hand of Mary Magdalene, to stories of a far-right, anarchist Monastery in the area, this is a must-listen. With renowned academic Vasilias Adrahtas as our guide, Tom and Nick are left in awe of the significant relics and stories that have graced this small – but significant - part of the North of Greece for over a millennium.Send us a text Support the showEmail us at ouzotalk@outlook.comSubscribe to our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OuzoTalkFollow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OuzoTalkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouzo_talk/

This lecture is entitled The One Thing Necessary: Monasticism and Philosophy. It was presented by Prior Peter Funk, OSB of the Monastery of the Holy Cross, Chicago on October 4, 2023, at the Ruth Lake Country Club.

He was a disciple of St Theodosius of the Kiev Caves (commemorated May 3), and became abbot of the Monastery of the Caves. After many years of faithful service he fell victim to the intrigues of a monk against him, lost his abbacy and was even driven from the monastery. In God's time the holy monk was vindicated and made Bishop of Vladimir. There he guided the Church for many years, reposing peacefully in old age in 1094.

Send us a textToday on the podcast the guys sit down with JR Rosko to talk about the Order of the Common Life.Rev. Dr. J.R. Rozko is a seasoned pastor, educator, and missiologist dedicated to integrating theological formation with local church ministry. He holds a Doctorate in Missiology from Fuller Theological Seminary, focusing on missional ecclesiology.   He co-founded and served as National Director of Missio Alliance for over eight years.  Currently, he and his wife, Rev. Canon Amy Rozko, co-lead Common Life Church in Canton, Ohio, where J.R. serves as Pastor for Calling & Community Development.   J.R. is also a novitiate member of the Order of the Common Life, a global ecumenical religious order reimagining monastic formation in everyday life.  He, Amy, and their two daughters, Aubrey and Junia, reside in Canton, Ohio, where they are deeply involved in their local community and congregation. www.orderofthecommonlife.org

The Droidhead ventures into the Monastery.

He took up the monastic life when very young, and lived as a recluse for many years, and gained the grace to heal sicknesses and drive out demons by his prayers. Later he became abbot of the Monastery of Pelekete in Bithynia. During the reign of the Emperor Leo the Isaurian, he and his monastery steadfastly upheld the holy icons, and were fiercely persecuted. Hilarion and his forty monks were exiled to a prison near Ephesus, where the Saint reposed.

Since publishing his debut essay collection—Video Night in Kathmandu, featuring far-flung reportage from 10 Asian countries—in 1988, the prolific travel writer Pico Iyer has gone on to write more than a dozen books exploring themes ranging from displacement and identity to globalization and technology, as well as contribute to publications such as The New York Times, Time, and Condé Nast Traveler. Over the years, Iyer's travels have taken him to some of the world's most remote destinations—North Korea, Bhutan, and Iceland, to name a few—but it's his hundred-plus visits to a Benedictine hermitage in Big Sur, California, that form the heart of his latest book, Aflame: Learning From Silence. Connecting with his inner stillness during these various sojourns in solitude has left him wholly transformed, opening him up to discover the thrumming, ineffable joy of being truly awake to the world and wonderfully alive. On this episode of Time Sensitive, Iyer explores the purpose and joy of travel, and shares deeply moving reflections about what he finds most essential in life.Special thanks to our Season 11 presenting sponsor, L'École, School of Jewelry Arts.Show notes:Pico Iyer[4:25] “Aflame”[4:25] “Autumn Light”[4:25] Philip Larkin[4:25] “The Art of Poetry No. 30”[7:18] Bashō[7:18] Leonard Cohen[10:21] New Camaldoli Hermitage[10:21] Post Ranch Inn [16:25] “Postmodern Tourism: A Conversation with Pico Iyer”[17:08] “The Eloquent Sounds of Silence”[21:48] “The Joy of Quiet”[31:42] “What Ping-Pong Taught Me About Life”[33:14] “Walden”[37:28] “The Open Road”[41:37] “Video Night in Kathmandu”[41:37] “The Lady and the Monk”[41:37] “Lonely Places”[41:37] The Global Soul[44:40] “In the Realm of Jet Lag”[52:35] “Culture: The Leading Hotels of the World”[55:17] Potala Palace[55:17] Naoshima, Japan[55:17] Teshima, Japan[55:17] Narita, Japan[01:00:43] “The Half Known Life”[01:10:10] “No Time”

Ganas is an intentional community founded in 1979 in Tompkinsville, Staten Island that is still active. Is it also a cult? What is an "intentional community" And why was one of the founding members, Jeff Gross, shot and nearly killed (allegedly) by a disgruntled, former member, in 2006?  Visit CrimeWaveatSea.com/SCARED  to claim your fan code in order to register and join us November 3rd-7th, 2025!!! Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch.