Why I think the Grateful Dead turned into one of the world’s great religions
Remembering the Grateful Dead: A Personal Reflection “Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy.” This thought struck me recently as I read Larissa Phillips’ piece on the Grateful Dead. It described their fan culture as akin to a roaming, vibrant church community. And, honestly, I couldn’t agree more. Bob Weir’s Legacy When standing with […]
Elementary school principal says swastika is ‘symbol of peace’ in some religions — and backlash is swift
After the principal of a Washington elementary school said the swastika is a “symbol of peace” in some religions, the backlash spread quickly and the principal is now on administrative leave. A swastika was discovered on a wall at Phantom Lake Elementary School in Bellevue on Monday. KOMO-TV reported. After the discovery, the school district […]
NYT slammed for Hassan Nasrallah wanted ‘equality’ for all religions
The New York Times faced widespread criticism and ridicule after publishing an article that critics say sought to soften the image of slain Hezbollah founder Hassan Nasrallah — a terrorist leader who advocated the annihilation of Israel. in the region claimed to have been a champion of “equality” for all religious groups. Article titled “”Protesters […]
Pope Francis Receives Backlash from Religious U.S. Leaders after Stating, “All Religions Are a Path to God”
American religious leaders have been outraged by Pope Francis' declaration that “all religions are a path to God” during a three-day visit to Singapore. At an interfaith meeting with young leaders at a Catholic college, the pontiff gave prepared remarks and then improvised, saying different religions are like “different languages” for reaching God. “If we […]
‘All Religions Are a Path to Reach God’
ROME — Pope Francis told young people in Singapore on Friday that all religions are paths to God, a statement that appears to contradict the Christian belief in Jesus Christ as the sole savior of mankind. Beyond religion Meetings Speaking to young people at a Catholic junior college in Singapore, the Pope stressed the importance […]
Bible Readers More Likely to Befriend People of Different Races and Religions, Survey Finds
Americans who read the Bible regularly are more likely to believe that it is important to have friends with people of other races and religions than those who don’t, according to a new report. Data from the American Bible Society’s annual report The Bible’s Current State The survey found that 55 percent of “Bible-enthusiastic” Americans […]
How religions traditionally view a solar eclipse, from ‘end times’ to ‘karmic multiplier,’
Throughout history, solar eclipses have had a profound impact on believers of various religions around the world. They were seen as messages from God or spiritual forces and evoked emotions ranging from fear to amazement. Ahead of a total solar eclipse that will make a long trajectory over North America on Monday, take a look […]
Mellman: Religion’s political power | The Hill
Donald Trump is little known as a Christian scripture scholar, but he’s now a Bible peddler. This is a strange story that encapsulates an important reality in America today. Traditional religious practices are losing influence over Americans as a whole. Even though that influence has contributed greatly to the modern Republican Party, it does not […]
U.K. Street Preacher Who Was Banned from Criticizing Other Religions Wins Settlement
A British pastor has won the right to preach on the streets again, three years after being warned by local police not to criticize other religions or preach without permission. The controversy began a few years ago when Dear Moodley, a Bristol, England-based pastor and father of four, came to Avon Somerset to discuss an […]