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Listen to Deep dive podcast Download PDF Summary This text explores the concept of wisdom, starting with an analysis of the biblical Wise Men (Magoi) to identify traits associated with wisdom, such as scholarship, discernment, and humility. It distinguishes knowledge from wisdom, defining the latter as the ability to use information with good judgment molded by experience to determine the best course of action. Furthermore, the text differentiates between practical, logically

Click to listen to Podcast Click to download source text in pdf file Summary This text distinguishes between passive experience and active knowing, asserting that true understanding is defined by the depth of lessons one extracts from life's events. Through a parable of three brothers, the author illustrates how individuals process the same challenges through emotional, rational, or spiritual lenses. While emotions and intellect primarily serve to protect the physical body,..

Summary This text examines the contentious debate over assisted suicide, contrasting its legal growth in nations like Canada and the United States with diverse ethical, medical, and philosophical concerns. While supporters advocate for the right to choose a dignified death to end suffering, the author highlights significant risks, such as the potential for slippery slopes and the pressuring of vulnerable populations. A central focus is placed on a spiritual perspective, which

Summary This text explores the dual nature of duty and loyalty, noting that these virtues can drive both noble service and historical atrocities. The author argues that while many groups operate with sincere conviction, their conflicting goals often lead to global discord and harmful consequences. To resolve this dilemma, the source suggests that humanity must move beyond subjective human perspectives and instead adopt a common spiritual foundation. By aligning personal actio

Summary Modern clothing choices are not merely aesthetic but serve as profound personal statements that reflect the internal values of both individuals and society. The text traces the shift toward casual and street fashion back to the 1960s anti-establishment movement, suggesting that this rebellion against rigid norms has inadvertently led to a decline in social standards and respect for sacred traditions. Furthermore, the author argues that provocative or erotic attire con

December is the month of the year when many in predominantly Christian countries look forward to celebrations, merriment and joyous...

Summary This text explores how inner psychological imbalances serve as the hidden foundation for both personal friction and widespread social conflict. The author argues that negative traits such as intolerance, distrust, and resentment are not merely reactions to others, but are manifestations of a distorted internal state akin to traditional "deadly sins." Even seemingly positive behaviors, such as charity or religious faith, can harbor imbalance if they are rooted in arrog

Once upon a time at the summit of a beautiful island stood a Great Tree. This tree was like no other tree. It was the oldest and greatest...

This is an excerpt of a conversation between Andre Luiz, a man who had recently arrived at his new destination in the beyond, and Laura...

Summary This text explores the idea that spiritual messages are frequently conveyed to humanity through creative media and popular culture rather than just traditional religious institutions. By referencing works like The Matrix and the lyrics of Bob Dylan, the author argues that all human endeavors serve as a battlefield for divine or dark influences. Regardless of an individual's social status or career, every person is constantly making a moral choice regarding which power

Summary This text explores the parallel warnings found in the scientific Doomsday Clock and ancient spiritual prophecies, suggesting that both signal an impending global collapse rooted in human ego and selfishness. While science focuses on physical threats like nuclear war, the author argues that these disasters stem from a refusal to change our inner nature and recognize our place within a delicate ecosystem. Unlike natural cycles that lead to upbuilding and growth, human

The meaning of Loving Thy Neighbor put into practice.

...”Make everything you think and do into a service to God! Then it will bring you that peace which you long for. ……..and this will...