Mother Nature holds many secrets, and her bounty is diverse, colorful, and life-giving. Many cultures worldwide worship Mother Nature with ceremonies, festivals, and other spiritual practices. In ancient times, festivals generally coincided with the changing s…
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Casual observation of humankind and its history shows that religion and spirituality are a part of the human condition. Questioning one’s existence, purpose or place in the world is often tied to our perception of a higher power, rules to live by, having an …
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For most people, Thanksgiving is a holiday with fond memories of food and family gatherings. The real origins of the holiday are up for debate. Many Native Americans view Thanksgiving as a “day of mourning” rather than a celebration. Thanksgiving is rememb…
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From tossing the bouquet to couples avoiding each other before walking down the aisle, there are a number of traditions and superstitions connected to Western weddings. While there are plenty of strange customs involved in American weddings, every culture has …
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Many of the spring flowers that announce the season have religious symbolism. Easter lilies represent Christ’s purity, red roses symbolize the blood He shed, and daffodils are thought to have bloomed after Christ rose from the tomb. As perennial flowers …
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The winter can often prove to be one of the most challenging times of the year for people across the world. When the temperature drops, people are more likely to experience feelings of sadness and isolation. In fact, studies from recent years suggest that abou…
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When it comes to spoofing and mockery, there will be many different opinions about what is fair game. From people to places to ideas, many things are subject to parody, often as criticism or litigation of society’s understanding or execution of certain c…
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As a parent or legal guardian of one or more children, you’re responsible for making sure they’re protected and provided for. Presumably, you want your child to also be prepared to live their best life as a contributing member of society. This preparation …
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January 30, the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination, begins a yearly observation of a Season for Nonviolence. It’s been celebrated since 1998. The Season ends on April 4, the anniversary of Martin Luther King’s assassination. For 64 days, p…
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In 1998, Arun Gandhi, Mohandas Gandhi’s grandson, helped establish the Season for Nonviolence. It begins on January 30, the anniversary of the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, and ends on April 4, the anniversary of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s assassination….
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