Between the covers is where they live to be Jan 4, 2009
Topics include sustainability, Eastern religions, spirituality, alternative medicine, children's books, and collectibles. Powell has been a professional illustrator for 25 years. (Boston Globe)
Arts & Entertainment Briefs Nov 23, 2008
The principal, a secular Westchester Jew, is forever telling them that although they are some of her smartest, most gifted teachers, they are also stunted by their outmoded customs, religions, and by their patriarchal world views ... They have also developed a friendship that transcends their insular Brooklyn communities and the religions that seem so at odds in the broader world. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Nov 4, 2008
The world's biggest religions seek rapprochement. Reflecting on the landmark Taiwan-China deal. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
Walk the heritage trail Oct 18, 2008
Both towns bear testimony to a living multi-cultural heritage and tradition of Asia, where many religions and cultures met and coexisted. . (The Star Online, Malaysia)
New plots for interfaith couples - but not enough Sep 19, 2008
No symbolism from other religions will be allowed on Temple Sinai plots; nor can a leader from another religion officiate a funeral there, in keeping with the Jewish laws, he added. That's fine for Judith Miller and her non-Jewish husband Clinton, who plan to buy a plot in the Lambton cemetery. (Globe and Mail)
Indonesian art & craft store takes root in French Quarter Jun 29, 2008
"We're showing Indonesia is not only a land of terrorists and disasters. Indonesia is definitely an oriental gumbo, with a mix of cultures allowing different religions to co-exist in peace," she said. Because of Java House Imports, Indonesian artisans and craftsmen should be proud thousands of people from all walks of life can enjoy and appreciate their work and their universal message of beauty, love and life. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
LETTERS: NCT, May 19, 2008 May 20, 2008
" I wonder if he can enlighten us of the number of treaties that the U.S. government entered into with American Indians and how many of those have been violated by the U.S. government. Citizenship of American Indians was "declared" in 1924, not "given" or "gifted". Regards, Alf. Jamie wrote on May 19, 2008 9:29 AM:Reardon, could you explain to me how anyone is stealing from a mobile home park owner, who knowingly bought a rental controled property, and signed lease agreements with mobile home... (North County Times)
The Stone Box And Jesus' Brother's Bones Mar 25, 2008
Find out more about the beliefs, practices and history of some of the world's major religions. Fast Facts. (CBS News -- 60 minutes)
2007, a Year of DeLuca, Other Dramas in Region Dec 28, 2007
In Woodbury, meanwhile, the Rev. Mark Heilshorn and his First Congregational Church were continuing efforts to create harmony among different religions. A talk by an Islamic Iman was the latest step in the journey. (Litchfield County Times, CT)
Read 'em and weep ... bookstores thrive in county Dec 14, 2007
Adams Avenue is a general-interest establishment, but it has a good selection of Americana and likely the strongest theology section in the county, encompassing all religions but with an emphasis on scholarly not pop Christianity ... It contains multitudes, not the least of which is depth in alternative religions, tattoo art and erotica. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
New Lodi imam ready to heal Muslim community Nov 17, 2007
Sufism is the mystical branch of Islam with a philosophy rooted in peace, love and tolerance of other religions. Shoes line the shelves in the foyer at the Muslim Mosque, where Muslims have come to see their new imam, Ahmad Hashimi, lead prayer and spread the message of Islam through Sufism, on Friday. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Group files lawsuit against Palm Bay Oct 7, 2007
Christmas and Easter, even if they want to incorporate the other religions because it's got a base in religion. i'm fine with that too. (Florida Today)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Geena Davis to hold celebrity auction Sep 25, 2007
Its philosophy is a contemporary presentation of the perennial wisdom underlying the world's religions, sciences and philosophies. For information, go to or call the society's international headquarters in Pasadena at (626) 797-7817 for a catalog of publications and other resources for independent study. (North County Times)
Istanbul: Living with real-life tolerance of diversity Jul 1, 2007
In 1935, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk converted Hagia Sophia into a museum, showing how two of the most mutually hostile religions in the world could stand virtually under one roof. This is where mosaic walls portraying the Virgin Mary, and Arabic calligraphy praising Allah, stand next to each other. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
