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A New Year’s Intention to Practice Self-Compassion
As that clean slate of a new calendar year approaches I can’t help but think about how I want to spend the next 12 months.
Dec 29, 2018 8:54 AM
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Christmas offers lessons on the power of humility
In the beatitudes Jesus says: "Blessed are the humble for they shall inherit the earth." To be humble in Jesus' day was either an honour or a shame.
Dec 22, 2018 8:29 AM
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The healing and unifying effect of singing together at Christmas
The healing and unifying effect of singing together at ChristmasThose carolers at your door or in your church have something in common – singing together inspires and connects us. It is a healing activity.
Dec 15, 2018 9:01 AM
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The importance of sharing our faith and honouring others.
Chanukah is over, the menorah and dreidels put away until December 22, 2019.
Dec 12, 2018 9:47 AM
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Finding patterns in everyday life brings comfort
A few weeks ago, I attended a course from the Jewish Learning Institute called Wrestling with Faith.
Dec 8, 2018 12:03 PM
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Advent candles a symbol of inner quest
Christmas has been coming since the end of September, judging by the inventory that appears in many stores at that time of year. Hallowe’en candy and Christmas cards somehow appear side by side in October.
Dec 1, 2018 8:47 AM
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Emanu-El Synagogue Thanks You
Fifteen years ago, when we built an extension to our historic Emanu-El synagogue, we decided to put a Jewish symbol, the Star of David, in a prominent place on the building.
Nov 24, 2018 8:21 AM
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Wisdom is needed today, but what is it?
In my previous article, I explored the path of knowledge leading to “ moksha ” or salvation as espoused in Hinduism, and the wisdom that one naturally accrues in this pursuit.
Nov 21, 2018 9:32 AM
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Exploring the path to wisdom in Hinduism
Many a times I have been called a “wise guy”. But seldom has anyone referred to me as a “wise person”. Joking aside, let me explore wisdom in this article, as explained in Hindu philosophy.
Nov 17, 2018 8:22 AM
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Exploring the Sephardic Legacy
Congregation Emanu-El Synagogue’s Adult Education Committee presents “Amsterdam’s Portuguese Synagogue: My Heritage” with Rick Kool. Rick’s talk takes place on Sunday, Nov.
Nov 14, 2018 8:49 AM
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