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【神修話語】二零二五年十一月二十二日 【駱曦 愛生命 隨想】二零二五年十一月二十二日

Fashion designer Peter Som joins us to talk about his new cookbook Family Style, the Cantonese grandmother who taught him that food is love, and why entertaining should feel effortless. Plus: char siu bacon cheeseburgers, quick scallion pancakes, and an apple cake that will become your new holiday staple. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit saltandspine.substack.com/subscribe

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.videoWrapper {position: relative;padding-bottom: 56.25%; /* 16:9 */padding-top: 25px;height: 0;}.videoWrapper iframe {position: absolute;top: 0;left: 0;width: 100%;height: 100%;} 8）迦 4:1-7天主派遣他的兒子來，生於女人。 1再說：承繼人幾時還是孩童，雖然他是一切家業的主人，卻與奴隸沒有分別，2仍屬於監護人和代理人的權下，直到父親預定的期限。3同樣，當我們以前還作孩童的時候，我們是隸屬於今世的蒙學權下； 4但時期一滿，天主就派遣了自己的兒子來，生於女人，生於法律之下，5為把在法律之下的人救贖出來，使我們獲得義子的地位。6為證實你們確實是天主的子女，天主派遣了自己兒子的聖神，到我們心裏，喊說：「阿爸，父啊！」7所以，你已不再是奴隸，而是兒子了；如果是兒子，賴天主的恩寵，也成了承繼人。 ❖保祿在前章作結論指出：凡信仰基督的，就成為天主的自由義子，亞巴郎的真實後裔，默西亞神國的承繼人。所以，信友如果在蒙受這麼多的神恩後，又回到梅瑟法律的權下，只按梅瑟法律而生活，拒絕基督賜給他的自主權，放棄作天主義子的身份；那麼，無論他是什麼人（猶太人也好，外邦人也好），是無異於自願再去做奴隸，再去做不自由的孩童。這原是舊約時代的人類處境，但到了默西亞時代，耶穌救贖人脫離了「法律」，提高了人的地位，使人成為「天主的子女」，人才可呼天主為「阿爸，父啊」（參看羅8:15；谷14:36）。 ❖保祿在第4章開始，為了勸告迦拉達信友不要拒絕在基督內所蒙受的鴻恩，重回梅瑟法律時代的生活，遂引用了當時法律的一項原理，即奴隸或未成年的孩童要受監管，沒有自由。他以此解釋法律在基督降世以前所有的作用和任務：就是作我們的「監護人」（evpi,tropoj - epitropos）、「代理人」（oivkono,moj - oikonomos），意即猶太人的法律及教外人的道德觀，二者都不健全。保祿的這段話可說是補述了上述（3:10-22）論法律的暫時性及缺少賜生命能力的那一段，也可說是開始講明下面（4:25-5:15）所要講的信友藉著信德所蒙受的自主權的論題。 ❖1-2兩節中的比喻是取材於羅馬法律。保祿假定一個快要去世的父親，給幼子安排未來的事；所以父親指定一個時期，在這時期未滿以前，幼子雖然是合法的承繼人，但他還沒有自主權，就外面看來，他和奴僕沒有什麼分別，屬於管他教育的「監護人」，和管他財產的「代理人」的權下。 ❖保祿在這裡就如在羅1-3章內看全人類，不分猶太人和外邦人，在基督降世以前所處的境況，都「是隸屬於今世的蒙學權下」（3）。所謂「蒙學」（stoicei/a - stoicheia），原指些初級事物和原理，暗指梅瑟法律的不完善和外教人道德觀的缺陷。換句話說，從前的人都處於奴隸的地位。不過這種悲慘的境況，只是暫時的。推動人類歷史的天主，早已決定了，當「時期一滿」，依照他的許諾，要從梅瑟法律權下，救出猶太人，又要從「愚昧無知」（宗17:30）的狀態中，救出外邦人，叫一切的人，都能藉著對基督的信仰，成為自己的義子。 ❖「時期一滿」（4）──到了天主所預定的時候（cro,noj - chronos），亦即默西亞的時代。聖言降生的事實並非隅然，而是天主早已安排的救世計劃，這計劃在聖祖和先知時代只是提述，卻未實現，因為天主所預定的時間尚未來到。這「時期一滿」就如《希伯來書》所說的「在這末期」（希1:2 e;scatai h`me,rai - eschatai hēmerai: last days），並不是世界的末日，而是指默西亞的時代，這時代始自默西亞的來臨，並要以他的第二次來臨（parousi,a - parousia）作結。 ❖「生於女人，生於法律之下」（4b）──保祿在第1-2節用了一個比喻的說法，這類似奴隸的時期，在默西亞時代正式結束。但這時代是藉聖言降生的事實展開的，不再是個比喻。這是個實在發生的事實：聖言成了一個真實的人，不僅如常人般「生於女人」，更是「生於法律之下」，即屬一個民族，一個以梅瑟法律所建立和維繫的民族，即以色列民族。 ❖「為把在法律之下的人救贖出來，使我們獲得義子的地位」（5）──基督並不是如諾斯士學派（gnostics）所主張的，只是取了一個幻象的形體，而實是由聖母的淨血成胎，誕生為人，有與我們人相同的血肉身體。誕生為人的耶穌，是一個有達味血統的猶太人；按人性來說，他自然屬於選民，也就「生於法律之下」，為的是要「把在法律之下的人救贖出來」。他既然是天主而人，人而天主，因此便是世人最理想的中保（希4:14-5:10），能救贖陷入罪惡中的弟兄——全人類，並特別能救出自己的同胞——猶太人，擺脫法律的束縛。「使我們獲得義子的地位」，「我們」二字包括猶太人和外邦人；「天主義子的地位」是信友最崇高的地位；固然，我們不能成為天主本性的「兒子」，就如耶穌是「天主子」一樣，可是我們在耶穌基督內，確實成了天父的「義子」（ui`oqesi,an - huiothesian）。為証實我們真是天主的義子女，天主派遣了聖神到我們的心中。 ❖「聖神到我們心裏，喊說：阿爸，父啊！」（6）——「阿爸，父啊！」（avbba, o` path,r - abba ho patēr），這是充滿愛意的阿剌美語稱呼aB'a; - 'abba'「爹爹！」（參看谷14:36；羅8:15）。接着的「父啊！」是希臘文的翻譯。猶太人從不用「阿爸」這稱謂向天主祈禱，所以這更顯出耶穌的聖子身份。當信友在領洗時，不但成了天主的義子，同時也領受了天主「聖神」。這聖神令基督信友感覺到耶穌與天父間的父子之情，叫我們在祈求天主時，敢用耶穌自己所用的稱呼：「阿爸，父啊！」孩子看見父親直呼「阿爸！」，是最真摯無妄的事實。這足見我們「已不再是奴隸，而是兒子了！」（7a） ❖「如果是兒子，賴天主的恩寵，也成了承繼人」（7b）──按本章開始時保祿所引用的羅馬法律比喻，聖言降生前，我們還被禁固在梅瑟法律或外邦人道德觀的「監管權下」，未有天國的承繼權，與奴隸無異。如今藉着基督的降生救贖，以及在我們心中作証的聖神，信友已是天主的子女，自然是他的承繼人，享有天國家業的承繼權。 ❖我們藉聖神的推動稱天主為「阿爸，父啊！」正表達出我們身為天主子女，常懷「純樸而率直，子女般的信賴，喜樂的信心，謙遜的大膽，深知被愛」（教理2778）。新約聖經多次以「放心大膽」parrhsi,a - parrhesia一詞，來形容這種心境（弗3:12；希3:6; 4:16; 10:19；若一2:28; 3:21; 5:14）。這可謂一個真正基督徒的特徵之一。 ❖現在我們可以呼求天主為「父」，因為祂藉降生成人的聖子，啟示給我們了，祂的聖神也引領我們認識祂。子對父的位際關係（personal relation）是人不能設想，就連大能的天使也無法窺測的。然而，聖子之神卻使我們能分享這位際關係，就是使我們這些相信耶穌是基督、而我們是由天主所生的人，分享這關係（教理2780）。 ❖我們既成了天主的義子女，我們有否順應聖神在我們心內的驅使，敢用耶穌自己所用的稱謂直呼天主「阿爸，父啊！」？我們既同稱天主為「阿爸，父啊！」我們有否視眾人為兄弟？聖西彼廉（St. Cyrian of Carthage ca. 200-258）在論及「主禱文」時說：「千萬不要忘記，當我們稱呼天主為「我們的父」時，言行舉止就應該相稱天主子女的身分。」金口聖若望（St. John Chrysostom 354-407）也說：「冷酷而不仁之心無權稱至慈善的天主為父，因為你的心已失去了天父慈愛的標記。」 ***** ***** ***** 保祿的書信和宣講，並沒有直接討論耶穌的母親瑪利亞，卻以此為一件已知和共識的事實。有人以為保祿完全不知有關耶穌的母親瑪利亞，甚至是個嫌忌婦女（misogynic）（格前11:3-16; 14:34；弟前2:11-15）及嫌忌婚姻（misogamic）（格前7:8）的人。這只是些脫離保祿言論的上下文而妄作無實據的武斷。論及聖言降生時，保祿沒有像瑪竇所說的「瑪利亞生耶穌」（evx h-j [=Mari,aj] evgennh,qh VIhsou/j - ex hes egennēthē Iēsous瑪1:16，更準確的說應是「耶穌是生於她」），沒有直指耶穌生於瑪利亞，只說他「生於女人」（geno,menon evk gunaikw/n – genomenon ek gynaikōn）。這在聖經的語境中，卻具有特別的意義，因為「女人」正與原祖的失足犯罪和天主預許救贖所用的詞彙密切有關。原罪前只有「女人」（創2:23）而無「厄娃」之名，而且天主的許諾也以一個「女人」和「蛇」（創3:14-15）為主角。這無異說，瑪利亞被比作「新厄娃」，正如耶穌是「新/最後的亞當」（格前15:45）一樣。 榮福童貞，天主之母，妳應受讚美，因那在妳內降生成人的聖言，克勝了地獄仇讎，從死者中喚醒了亞當，解除了遠古的詛咒，釋放了厄娃的枷鎖，誅滅了死亡，使萬民重獲新生。為此，我們同聲歌頌讚美說：我們的主、天主，耶穌基督，你應受讚美，願光榮永歸於你。亞孟。

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天主是無處不在的，衪不僅僅只在教會的聖堂，而是藉著入門聖事住在我們每個人內。我們每個人都是天主的宮殿，故此更應當求天主使我們能成為祂和平的工具去照耀身邊的人。 .videoWrapper {position: relative;padding-bottom: 56.25%; /* 16:9 */padding-top: 25px;height: 0;}.videoWrapper iframe {position: absolute;top: 0;left: 0;width: 100%;height: 100%;}

When we think of China today, we think of a technological superpower. From Huawei and 5G to TikTok and viral social media, China is stride for stride with the United States in the world of computing. However, China's technological renaissance almost didn't happen. And for one very basic reason: the Chinese language, with its 70,000 plus characters, couldn't fit on a keyboard.Today, we tell the story of Professor Wang Yongmin, a hard-headed computer programmer who solved this puzzle and laid the foundation for the China we know today.Special thanks to Martin Howard. You can view his renowned collection of typewriters at: antiquetypewriters.com. EPISODE CREDITS: Reported by - Simon AdlerProduced by - Simon Adler Sign up for our newsletter!! It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Signup (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)!Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today.Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org.Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

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As the capital of the world's largest democracy, Delhi embodies the essence of modern India – a vivid paradox of old and new, rich and poor, foreign and familiar. It's been fourteen years since my last visit and the economic transformation is ever-present. High rises, swanky malls and residential colonies housing the booming middle-class are mushrooming everywhere. As my engaging Wendy Wu Tours guide Girish remarked, as we were whisked into the city from the airport, “Delhi is more than a mere city, it has morphed into the national capital region.” With the metropolitan population now nudging 30 million, Delhi is a megalopolis and on-track to becoming the world's most populous city in three years' time. Our hotel was in New Delhi, the more modern, planned city within a city, that was built by the British in 1911 and replaced Kolkata as the national capital, twenty years later. In a city notorious for its air pollution, which is supposedly steadily improving, one of the great paradoxes of New Delhi is that it's also swathed in a sprawling green canopy. It's arguably the greatest legacy from British rule, because the new city was deliberately, meticulously planned to be nestled within a vast green cover, fanning out from Connaught Place on those broad long avenues. Large-canopy trees like banyans, mango, and pilkhans were selected by the British, while indigenous trees ideally suited to the climate have added to the canopy in recent decades. That sprawling tree cover is certainly a godsend from the fierce Delhi heat. Delhi's contradictions abound. You'll still see working elephants trudging along traffic-clogged roads, as fire-engine red Ferraris zip by. Handwritten posters singing out, “Customs confiscated goods sold here,” still compete next to glossy fashion billboards for Gucci and Prada. It's all part of Delhi's curious fabric. The city is littered with so many crumbling tombs and ruins, most of them are not even on the tourist map. But if you are a first-timer to the city, signature sights include marvelling at the sheer grace of the soaring Qutb Minar Tower. It was built 800 years ago by the Turkish Slave King Qutb-ud-din Aibak to celebrate his victory over the Hindu Rajputs. Wander through the sculptural Jantar Mantar, a huge, open-air astronomy observatory built in 1725 by Jai Singh, creator and ruler of Jaipur. Admire the 16th-century garden tomb of Mughal Emperor Humayun, precursor to the Taj Mahal, which was built by Humayun's great-grandson. Over in Old Delhi, two Mughal-era masterpieces, the imposing Red Fort (which was the Mughal seat of power for 200 years) and Jama Masjid, India's largest mosque. Both sandstone show-stoppers are definitely worth exploring. The mosque was commissioned by Shah Jahan in 1656 and it took 5000 labourers 6 years to complete. Within its hallowed walls lie sacred relics like Prophet Muhammad's hair. Beyond ticking-off the capital's great monuments, heading to Old Delhi is like a journey back in time. The beating, chaotic, carnival-like heart of Old Delhi is Chandni Chowk, Delhi's 400 year old marketplace that was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The market has been redeveloped to tame some of the chaos, including some fully pedestrianised streets and non-motorised transport lanes. But as I gazed at the spaghetti-like tangle of street wiring that garlands the crowded market lanes, there's no denying the ramshackle, faded glory feels amid this pulsating hot-spot of old-school commerce. Be sure to get your fill of jalebis from a street food vendor. Made from a deep-fried spiral-shaped wheat flour batter, which is then soaked in a sugar syrup, a plate of piping hot, crispy, sticky jalebis is a very satisfying sugar hit. We enjoyed a classic rickshaw ride through the throng of traders, shoppers and wandering cows, all heaving in those pencil-thin lanes. Girish also led us through the Khari Baoli Spice Market in Chandni Chowk, positively bulging with so many spices, nuts, herbs, pickles, preserves, rice and teas. Renowned as Asia's largest wholesale spice market, it's an aromatic head-blast. Shops and stalls bulge with heaping mounds and baskets of over a hundred different spices, headlined by turmeric, cardamom, coriander, star anise, ginger and cumin. Just as they have for hundreds of years, shoppers, dealers and chefs converge here every day to haggle and hustle. Many vendors have been peddling their wares for generations. Dawdle too long in front of a stall, and traders with huge sacks of chilis or cardamom pods will soon bump you out of their way. One of the oldest and tidiest shops is Mehar Chand and Sons. They've been in business since Queen Victoria ruled over them. And it's a great place to stock up on packaged spices, tea and saffron. Anshu Kumar, who is part of the family that has owned the shop since its inception, tells me that one of their biggest sellers with international visitors is turmeric, powered by the world's booming love-affair with this powerful superfood and supplement. (Their packaged products are allowed in New Zealand – just be sure to declare them.) Heading back to the hotel, we also stopped by the Indian parliament and sized up the monolithic might of India Gate. Designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, this monstrous landmark is more than just a stunning feat of architecture—it's a poignant memorial to the 70,000 Indian soldiers who laid down their lives during World War I and the Third Anglo-Afghan War. Beautifully illuminated after sunset, street food vendors and ice cream carts line the area, swathed in sprawling lush gardens. The great thing about a Wendy Wu Tours private holiday is that you have complete flexibility over how much temple-touring and sightseeing you want to do. Equipped with your own driver and guide, it's a stress-free way to tackle Delhi. The itinerary can be as active or as laid back as you are, with full flexibility over included meals and excursions. You'll be in the best of hands with Wendy Wu Tours. www.wendywutours.co.nz/india Nothing beats retreating to a leafy oasis of eminent comfort and style after a hot, sticky day intrepidly gorging on the city sights. Nestled along the tree-lined boulevards of Connaught Place, Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, is a five-star hotel with serious wow-factor. From the moment you step inside the grand art-filled lobby, you know you are somewhere special. Service is swift, sparkling, flawless and convivial. It's the epitome of affordable luxury, with sharply-priced room rates that won't blow your budget. Push the boat out and lock in a Horizon Club room or suite. That will give you access to the hotel's cherry on top, the 19th floor Horizon Club lounge, allowing you a quick check-in, breakfast, evening cocktails and light bites. Plus panoramic views of the city's skyline. The hotel's arsenal of dining venues is very impressive. Head to Mister Chai for some authentic Indian street food coupled with flavoured tea and coffee. There is Tamra serving European, Japanese, Indian, Thai and Southeast Asian fare from live kitchens. “Lavish” doesn't do justice to the expansive array of buffet options at Tamra for breakfast. Sorrento specialises in Italian food with a contemporary twist and Shang Palace offers flavours of Sichuan, Cantonese and Yunnan cuisines. This is a signature dining venue in Shangri-La hotels and Shang Palace is widely feted as the world's most loved Chinese specialty restaurant. Dining here was divine, noshing on prawn dumplings with caviar; Xinjiang spice twice cooked baby lamb ribs; and the Cantonese BBQ platter. Shang Palace is a must. Celebrating it's 20th birthday this year, Shangri-La Eros is not the sort of hotel to rest on its laurels. And with wellness offerings continuing to be increasingly sought after, the hotel recently unveiled a wealth of enticing new amenities. The Wellness Club boasts offers over 4,000 square feet of world-class fitness space, advanced recovery therapies, a 100-feet outdoor swimming pool, salon, spa, and a calming hydrothermal zone featuring a cold plunge, Himalayan salt sauna, whirlpool, and steam. What more could you want for personal pampering? The Wellness Club seamlessly blends conscious luxury with modern wellness. Designed by Dubai's Stickman Tribe, Dubai, the interior is bathed in natural hues and hand-painted art. Calming music sets the tone for a serene escape with gilded details and reflective surfaces lending a touch of grandeur to the venue. The Spa has become a runaway hit with custom-crafted amenities to indulge the senses. Signature rituals include the Taste of India Retreat, Signature Indulgence, and a Couple's Serenity Bath, crafted to nourish the body and calm the mind. But my favourite hotel feature is the enormous new pool. Tranquil corridors lead you outdoors to the gloriously leafy green space, crowned with that magnificent pool and elegant sun loungers. As black kites circled high above in the sky, and mischievous rhesus macaques swung between the trees – much to the annoyance of nesting rose-ringed parakeets, marinating myself in the hotel's glorious pool became a rinse-and-repeat prize draw. www.shangri-la.com From New Zealand, it's just a one-stop connection to a multitude of destinations in India, including New Delhi, with Singapore Airlines, on their various daily services from Auckland and Christchurch to Singapore. Enjoy well-timed connections for an easy transit in Singapore. Across all classes of travel, the award-winning carrier has not only fostered a world-beating reputation for its exceptional customer service and in-flight product, but also its innovation. Become a KrisFlyer member and enjoy complimentary in-flight WiFi. For best fares and seats to suit head to https://www.singaporeair.com Mike Yardley is our resident traveller on Jack Tame Saturday Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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在忙碌的城市生活中，心靈常渴望一處安歇。我們以7–10分鐘的短篇靈修，帶領聽眾在日常節奏裡遇見神。內容涵蓋聖經經文反思、生命見證與屬靈啟示，幫助人在繁忙中停下腳步，重新對齊屬靈方向。每一集都是與神對話的邀請，讓聽眾透過簡單卻深刻的分享，經歷聖靈更新與心靈滋潤。無論在通勤、休息或安靜時刻，都能透過這平台得到信仰餵養。《城市使命》 願成為城市中的一盞柔光，照亮屬靈之路，引領你在日常中活出信仰，經歷神的真實同在。

When it comes to grand gestures, painting your entire city in the one colour is quite something. So much for painting the town red. How about pink? Jaipur beckons as one of India's most enchanting destinations, where the Old City is harmoniously bathed in the same pink hue. The elegant capital of Rajasthan was painted in pink stucco in 1876 to welcome Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales, who was the son of Queen Victoria and later became King Edward VII. Jaipur's Maharaja chose the colour because pink symbolises hospitality in Rajput culture, and the gesture impressed the Prince so much that he nicknamed the city the "Pink City." The name – and the stucco - has stuck ever since. A year later, a law mandated that all future buildings in the Old City must be painted pink. As I swept into Jaipur on a private holiday Wendy Wu Tours, there's no denying how that welcoming palette sweetly seduces even the most jaded of travellers. Jaipur effortlessly casts you under its spell, as you delve into its rich history and treasury of enticements. There is an unmistakeable magic about the place. Nearly 300 years ago, an enlightened maharajah with a penchant for jewels and a keen eye for architecture built this planned city, wedged between the arid hills of northwest India. Built in the form of a rectangle, Jaipur was divided into nine blocks, seven for public use and two reserved for the state's most prestigious palaces and buildings. The entire city was girdled by a formidable protective wall. Called Jaipur after the city's founder, Jai Singh II, the planned city soon gave rise to astonishing royal palaces and vast workshops of artisans recruited to establish a new commercial hub. These days, gem cutters, jewellery designers and garment-makers are still doing a flourishing trade in Jaipur. And the royals still occupy a wing of the majestic City Palace, while gleaming mid-rise towers and a new subway system anchor Jaipur's forward march. But for all the contemporary progress, it's the architectural grandeur, proud sense of place and thriving craftwork traditions that make this destination so infectious. Street markets are splashed in colour and handicrafts, and Hindu temples can be found nearly every 100 metres. Though the streets heave with beeping and belching traffic, aimless tourists and dung-dropping cows, there is a charm and charisma to the carnival of commotion. Close to City Palace, my wonderful Wendy Wu Tours guide Vipin treated us to some sizzling old-school retail therapy. We walked under the peeling pink porticos of the roadside bazaars which were emblazoned with everything from puppets to pyjama pants; passing by carts of fried chickpea cakes, and marble-lined shrines with statues of Hindu gods. Garment-hunting was high on the agenda, for gifts to take home. Vipin led us to his favourite shop, where an explosion of colourful fabrics heaped in piles and stacked to the ceiling soon greeted us, as attentive staff served us Masala chai. Whether you're after local, authentic t-shirts, shirts, trousers, scarfs, saris, rugs, cushion covers, towels or table-cloths…this is textile and garment-shopping heaven. As my sister snapped up some sensational saris, I haggled down the price on a sublime tablecloth with block-printed red elephants. The other boom retail business is jewellery, because Jaipur is a global centre for cutting and polishing precious and semiprecious gems. Head to Jewels Emporium's stately white building and take a tour of the workshops, where cutters shape facets, and men at workbenches adorn gold settings with jewels, and rinse the gold dust from their hands in wash basins. That water is later sold to extraction companies. The quality of the workmanship is second to none, true Rajasthan's abiding legacy. Jaipur's Pink City bragging rights is best epitomised by the Hawa Mahal, or Palace of Winds. We stopped by to pose in front of this five-story palace façade, constructed from pink sandstone. Built in 1799, its iconic facade features 953 small windows which allowed royal women of the court to observe street processions without being seen while also creating a natural cooling effect. The palace's architecture is a blend of Rajput and Mughal styles, ornately designed with protruding bays of lattice stonework and cupolas mimicking Krishna's crown. Could there be a more glorious façade in the world? City Palace is a stirring complex to leisurely explore, peppered with mouth-watering architecture, tranquil courtyards and lush gardens. The prize draw is the Palace of the Breeze, a triumph in building design, whereby the air circulates so efficiently that it keeps the occupants cool even in the extreme summer months, when the mercury can nudge 50 degrees. The on-site museum is studded with royal treasures, costumes and curiosities. Out in the courtyard, I admired some massive silver vessels that carried the Maharaja's drinking water from the Ganges River to London in 1902 for Edward VII's coronation. You can see the royal reception rooms that are still in use, where Jaipur's royal family entertain guests in an ornate dining room and parlour, where chairs have silver lions for armrests. The walls are painted with gold dust and extracts of rubies and emeralds. Yipin pointed out where the royal family reside. There's a lot of tabloid tattle about Jaipur's current Maharaja, Pacho Singh. He's only 27, quite the polo-playing playboy and is currently living in the palace with his French girlfriend. But it's fully expected he cannot marry her, in deference to royal tradition and Rajasthan's adherence to arranged marriages and astrological alignment. Beyond the Old City, no visit to Jaipur is complete without savouring the sky-piercing magnificence of the four-hundred-year-old Amber Fort. (Pronounced Ah-meer.) Sprawling across the upper reaches of a hillside like a scene out Return of the Jedi, this fortress was previously the seat of power for the Rajput kings from 1599, before relocating to Jaipur's Old City just over a century later. En-route to the fort, Vipin led us to the most dreamy viewpoint, on the shores of Lake Maotha, where we gazed up in awe at this hilltop colossus. Brightly dressed elephants lumbered by, readying to carry visitors up the slope to the fortress. I had previously taken an elephant ride up to Amber Fort, but I've put weight on since then and am more mindful of animal welfare. We opted for a jeep ride through the skinny lanes snaking their way up to Sun Gate. From here, we marvelled over the China Wall-esque fortifications, the Amber Wall, riding across the ridgelines as far as the eye can see. ( It's 12km in length.) But this Rajput stronghold hooks in the tourist hordes principally for its gobsmacking array of palatial buildings and extravagant ornamental gardens. In shades of honey and rose stone, white marble and gilt decor, it's a frothy fusion of ornate Hindu and Islamic design. Amber Fort's exquisite craftsmanship is best exemplified by the Mirror Palace, or Sheesh Mahal. Candlelight dinners would have been next-level. A single lit candle spangles the beautifully cut Belgian glass panels and mirror mosaics that festoon the walls of the banquet room, transforming the space into a night-sky kaleidoscope across the walls and ceiling. Apparently, this room was made by the Maharaja so that the Maharani (queen) could see the stars at night, as she was not allowed to sleep in the open. Other highlights include the many-pillared Diwan-i-Am, the Hall of Public Audience; the Jal Mandir, or Hall of Victory, which features carved marble panels, a mirrored ceiling, and expansive views over the ramparts of the fort. The Sukh Niwas, the Hall of Pleasure, is another drop-dead-gorgeous marble room that was cleverly cooled with water. Here, the Maharaja reportedly relaxed with his ladies. Amber Fort is a resplendent blockbuster, reverberating with the glory days of Rajput rule in Rajasthan. Jaipur residents are rightly proud of their architectural showstoppers. One of the signature attributes to the city is the fact that some historic palaces, no longer required for the affairs of state, have been reimagined as beacons of hospitality. But I stayed at a brand-new luxury build that is a grand triumph of contemporary construction, fully inspired by Jaipur's landmarks and Rajasthani finesse. Introducing Anantara Jewel Bagh Jaipur. Whether it's for a big bling-bling Bollywood wedding or for immersive luxury experiences away from the heaving throng of Jaipur's tourist spots, this hotel delivers a tour de force in lavish Rajasthani living, with a contemporary take. It is splendour defined. As our Wendy Wu Tours driver pulled into the entrance, a troupe of Rajasthani dancers and costumed drummers serenaded our arrival in spectacular, effervescent style. Unfurling over 5.5 lush acres, the grand hotel's money shot is its sensational main façade, drawing rich inspiration from Amber Fort and Rajasthan's royal palaces. Features include majestic arches, intricately designed jharokhas (bay windows), and graceful chhajjas (overhanging eaves) and detailed carvings. It was thoughtfully painted in the same colours as Amber Fort's walls during golden hour. Rajputana history and heritage permeates the hotel. You'll notice it in the materials—yellowstone from Jaisalmer, marble from Banswara and Makrana, and locally sourced timbered. There's the treasury of sublime artworks, notably including portraits of Rajput warriors and royalty. Peek inside the Rang Mahal ballroom, where the walls are completely covered with celebratory nods to the state's heritage. It was handpainted over two-and-a-half years by third-generation artists. Delicate thikri glasswork, hand-carved wood accents, and intricate gold leaf detailing abound across the hotel. Amer Bagh garden venue unfurls like a verdant blanket at the base of the hotel – and is a stirring outdoor venue. Jai Bagh (victory garden is the main outdoor space for guest and I was absolutely enthralled delving into the daily bazaar that is staged here in the afternoon, complete with puppeteers, block printers, bangle makers and astrologers. Anantara's core DNA is to create hotels steeped in local elements and the Jaipur addition excels at delivering exactly that. You can even go chowk-hopping, vegetable shopping and cooking with local women. The hotel boasts 150 rooms and suites, layered across five categories, with most overlooking the inner courtyard or Jai Bagh. We stayed in the Anantara One-Bedroom Terrace Suite, which is kitted out with its own outdoor Jacuzzi and expansive terrace. I was transfixed here watching muscular monsoon thunderstorms tear up the sky and soak the land! Guestrooms do not skimp on celebrating the sense of place, with sumptuous comforts and artful design elements, from the zardozi on the pillows, thikri work on the headboards, wooden jharokas by the window nooks, and Mughal miniature art on the walls. If that's not enough to tempt you, Anantara's first outpost in India will enchant you with its gastronomic verve. Led by Executive Chef Sunil Jajoria, Sheesh Mahal is a pinch-yourself jewel box of a venue, to experience the true essence of Rajasthan with exquisitely fitted out with glittering mirror mosaics, dressed in 350,000 pieces of glass, inspired by the legendary Mirror Palace. Coud there be a more wondrous place to savour the true essence of Rajasthan's culinary brilliance? The menu marries traditional Rajasthani delicacies with global influences, paired with signature cocktails like the Jewel of Jaipur. Jajoria, a Rajasthan native, has been researching local cuisine for the last seven years. Perfected over 20 trials, his menu dives deep into how maharajas entertained. His tasting menu kicks off with hummus that tastes like Bikaneri bhujia, moving on to ker sangri kebabs, besan kebabs mimicking paneer (as there was no paneer in the history of Rajasthan, says the chef), and Shekhawati maas tacos. The menu is handwritten by the chef himself, on vintage paper he has been collecting since his he was a boy. Pair this menu with the ‘Echoes of Distillation' spirit tasting of heritage liquor from the royal family of Mahansar. It's mixology at its finest, with no shortage of artful theatre thrown in. Another cracking experience is Amrit Mahal, the vibrant all-day dining venue, which presents a diverse array of international and Indian specialties. There were too many highlights to recount, but the lamb baos, edamame truffle dimsums, lotus root on fire, Cantonese buttermilk prawns, soba noodles, and Japanese caramel cheesecake were all pleasurably devoured. The buffet breakfast here is like a royal banquet! The spa experience is a signature feature pillar of any Anantara property, and resident experts were brought in from Thailand to train the Jaipur team. The treatment repertoire remains consistent with their global spa menus—a mix of Ayurveda, Thai massages, and western therapies. I deployed my sister to the spa for some personal panel-beating and she is still buzzing about the deep tissue massage she savoured. She rates it as the best massage of her life, “life-affirming, age-reducing and liberating.” Another starring attribute of the hotel is its genuine sense of connection with the community. As a part of their grassroots outreach, the hotel works with local women to make the rotis on their menu on a chulha or traditional clay stove. You can take an early morning trip to the flower market or a guided farming experience. Even better, take a private visit to Hathi Gaon, which is a community of rescue elephants residing in their natural habitat. Or partake in a local culinary class. I was particularly impressed that the hotel takes care of their staff's accommodation needs, building nearby apartments to ensure they are well-housed. Hospitality is as sparkling as the palace-like hotel itself - faultless, ultra-attentive, charismatic and truly unforgettable. Treat yourself to a remarkable Jaipur escape at Anantara Jewel Bagh. You'll be royally treated from the moment you arrive. You will not want to leave. www.anantara.com Delve into India and the Golden Triangle with the award-winning tour specialists across Asia and beyond. I chose a tailor-made Classic India private holiday, that enables you optimise your itinerary and accommodation preferences, as much as you wish. The itinerary can be as active or as laid back as you are, with full flexibility over included meals and excursions. 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在忙碌的城市生活中，心靈常渴望一處安歇。我們以7–10分鐘的短篇靈修，帶領聽眾在日常節奏裡遇見神。內容涵蓋聖經經文反思、生命見證與屬靈啟示，幫助人在繁忙中停下腳步，重新對齊屬靈方向。每一集都是與神對話的邀請，讓聽眾透過簡單卻深刻的分享，經歷聖靈更新與心靈滋潤。無論在通勤、休息或安靜時刻，都能透過這平台得到信仰餵養。《城市使命》 願成為城市中的一盞柔光，照亮屬靈之路，引領你在日常中活出信仰，經歷神的真實同在。

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在忙碌的城市生活中，心靈常渴望一處安歇。我們以7–10分鐘的短篇靈修，帶領聽眾在日常節奏裡遇見神。內容涵蓋聖經經文反思、生命見證與屬靈啟示，幫助人在繁忙中停下腳步，重新對齊屬靈方向。每一集都是與神對話的邀請，讓聽眾透過簡單卻深刻的分享，經歷聖靈更新與心靈滋潤。無論在通勤、休息或安靜時刻，都能透過這平台得到信仰餵養。《城市使命》 願成為城市中的一盞柔光，照亮屬靈之路，引領你在日常中活出信仰，經歷神的真實同在。

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在忙碌的城市生活中，心靈常渴望一處安歇。我們以7–10分鐘的短篇靈修，帶領聽眾在日常節奏裡遇見神。內容涵蓋聖經經文反思、生命見證與屬靈啟示，幫助人在繁忙中停下腳步，重新對齊屬靈方向。每一集都是與神對話的邀請，讓聽眾透過簡單卻深刻的分享，經歷聖靈更新與心靈滋潤。無論在通勤、休息或安靜時刻，都能透過這平台得到信仰餵養。《城市使命》 願成為城市中的一盞柔光，照亮屬靈之路，引領你在日常中活出信仰，經歷神的真實同在。

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Newt talks with Mitchell A. Silk, about his new book, “A Seat at the Table: An Inside Account of Trump’s Global Economic Revolution,” which details his perspective on Trump's global economic policies and highlights the strategic approach taken by the administration in reshaping global trade dynamics. Silk shares his journey from a dishwasher in a Chinese restaurant to becoming the first Hasidic Jew confirmed by the Senate for a position in the U.S. federal government. He discusses his role as assistant secretary in the Treasury under the first Trump administration, where he was instrumental in trade negotiations with China and infrastructure initiatives in Latin America. Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, Silk offers insights into China's economic strategies and the challenges faced by the U.S. in trade negotiations. He emphasizes the importance of perseverance, strategic diplomacy, and the need for the U.S. to assert its economic interests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.