Charlie Van Dyke
Nirvana
Posted August 23, 2011 by Charlie Van Dyke in Beyond Religion
byMarie-Pier Rochon

Originally introduced in Buddhism, Nirvana is a word used in most Indian religions to describe the final goal and attainment of life. Reaching a state of Nirvana is a complex exercise that takes years of practice and spiritual knowledge. Because each religion or branch of a religion defines the utmost goal in life slightly diff... read more
Charlie Van Dyke
A little faith will bring your soul to heaven, but a lot of faith will bring heaven to your soul.
-Unknown... read more
Charlie Van Dyke
Topic One: "Spiritual but not religious"

That's a phrase you see and hear more and more. While many people feel well nourished in a traditional faith experience, a growing number seem to be moving into the category of "spiritual but not religious." Church congregations will say that they get strength from the community, common beliefs and shared o... read more
Charlie Van Dyke
Sufism

What is Sufism

Tassawuf (Sufism) is a holistic and deeper understanding of Islam with consistent focus on sincere practice of Sharia(Islamic Law). Even during the Prophet (saws)’s time some of the followers desired to enter into a more intimate relationship with God, in addition to performing the required ritual practices.

Over the n... read more
Charlie Van Dyke
Sikhism

SIKH PRACTICES AND PRINCIPLES

The way of life that is known as Sikhism began in the Punjab area of what was then India in the 15th c. as a revolutionary spiritual teacher, Guru Nanak, spread a simple message that the highest form of worship is to praise God’s Name.

Other guiding principles are to rise early in the morning and meditate, w... read more
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