Monthly Archives: December 2011

Beyond religion

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Michaela

In this new book His Holiness the Dalai Lama argues that religion is not a necessity for pursuing a spiritual life. Rather he proposes a system of secular ethics grounded in a deep appreciation of our common humanity. This is … Continue reading →

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True artists

Posted on December 7, 2011 by CatrinPhoto

Find more inspirational postcards under the category: “Moka Express”

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Vorfreude

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Michaela

…could not resist. There is so much joy in it. The German word is ” Vorfreude”…and “anticipation” does not quite capture the thrill of it. Enjoy

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A real alternative

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Michaela

The Slovenian philosopher and critical theorist Slavoj Zizek talks to about the momentous changes taking place in the global financial and political system.

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Hark – the herald angels sing

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Michaela

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The weather-cock

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Michaela

Said the weather-cock to the wind, “How tedious and monotonous you are! Can you not blow any other way but in my face? You disturb my God-given stability.” And the wind did not answer. It only laughed in space. Khalil … Continue reading →

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Be lost in the Call

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Michaela

Lord, said David, since you do not need us, why did you create these two worlds? Reality replied: O prisoner of time, I was a secret treasure of kindness and generosity, and I wished this treasure to be known, so … Continue reading →

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