Monthly Archives: December 2010

Simple world

The world is so simple. Everything is. Even the secrets of biology. Ony the mind that can’t see the whole thinks it’s complicated. Everything is, as it is.

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If you love for beauty

I love the “Rückert Lieder” by Gustav Mahler. The 5 poems by the German poet Friedrich Rückert are of sublime beauty and Mahler’s music just gives them wings. Enjoy Liebst Du Um Schönheit

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One thing

“He who would be serene and pure needs but one thing, detachment.” Meister Eckhart (b 1260, d 1328)

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In Mutual Embrace

The desire in the female for the male is so that they may perfect each others work. God put desire in man and woman in order that the world should be preserved by this union. God instills the desire of … Continue reading

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In need of a good cry ?

Crying – like laughing – is a wonderful way of letting go. Laughing is easier for me, I am not much of a crier.. But this one seems to do the trick .. So anyway, listen & cry with Des’ree … Continue reading

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Sometimes This, Sometimes That

  I saw a tree and a fire, and heard a voice that said: “I am the Beloved,” calling me from the fire. Am I Moses? I entered the desert in tribulation and found there manna and quails. It has … Continue reading

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Deviantart

I usually bump into this site: Deviantart It’s a site where people gather their works (mostly artworks and photos). It is quite pleasant to just browse trough them. A lot of them have great creative energy. A beautiful example:

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Triumph, rejoicing…

One of my absolute favorites The Christmas Oratorio Translation: Triumph, rejoicing, rise, praising these days now, Tell ye what this day the Highest hath done! Fear now abandon and banish complaining, Join, filled with triumph and gladness, our song! Serve … Continue reading

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Questions of Life

What is giving more information ? The words or the silence in between ? Questions of Life are a tool for reflection. Let the question be with you and go deep. Make note of the answers

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Compassion

“You may call God love, you may call God goodness. But the best name for God is compassion.” Meister Eckhart Contemplate this quote. I came upon it today and it struck a chord in me. I sat there for quite … Continue reading

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