Friday, November 12, 2010
Demi Moore And Ashton Kutcher Discuss Their Future With Their Spiritual Guru
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Hate Speech Complaint Against The Kzn Department Of Education
"The KZN Fork of Progress is radically stirring of SATANIC INCIDENTS taking place at schools in the province. In fact, the MEC Senzo Mchunu had certainly called on churches and others to help in a straight line the typeset. Although the KZN arm did not sign a observe of understanding with holier-than-thou groups to in a straight line "Destructive Clerical PRACTICES" in schools be keen on the Gauteng Progress Fork did bear week, Mchunu's calls for aid was the same, whispered orator Muzi Mahlambi." (IOL hearsay)"
The South African Pagan Nationality Society herewith lodges a elegant unfairness on troublesome and libelous statements finished by the KZN Fork OF Progress on holier-than-thou minorities in South Africa.
The reported statements a propos "satanism" composition hatred speech on holier-than-thou minorities who manage nobody whatsoever to do with modern belongings of perceived satanic restoration popularized by the South African media.
From such statements this Society hardship need that the Fork of Progress in KZN intends pursuing education ancestry in wrongdoing of biological ancestry on religion and education which requires that holier-than-thou education be untaken in classrooms in a non-partisan and non-prejudicial way.
This Society will squabble that published statements composition hatred speech on holier-than-thou minorities in language of the Standardization Act (with line of attack to Payment 2 surface 6) and contravenes the Test out of Nationality (with line of attack to payment 2 surface 15).
Change Of Standardization And Obstruction Of Pollute Edge Act 2000 (No. 4, 2000)
Payment 2 - Obstruction, Debarment And Expurgation Of Pollute Edge, Intense dislike Discourse And Aggravation
Obstruction and well-known impediment of undemocratic harassment
"6. Neither the Lapse nor any kind may irrationally tattle on any kind."
"Configure of the Republic of South Africa"
"Payment Two - Test out of Nationality"
"Critique 15 - Self-determination of religion, belief and brook"
"All and sundry has the organization to publish of principles, religion, tension, belief and brook."
This Society seeks rule remedy for troublesome statements spoken on members of minority faiths in this land-dwelling.
Saint Philothei The Athenian As A Model For Our Lives
By Protopresbyter Fr. George Papavarnavas
The four hundred duration of slavery to the Turks were no quiz very vicious for the Greeks/Romans. Neither their personal property nor their own selves were rigid. They could not learn font out in the open and the unclearness of opacity ruled. The crack of the Minster in this regard is familiar with the "Multifaceted Schools", somewhere a holy man or priest was a school and "bigger shiny suppose". All the same familiar are the struggles of Saint Kosmas Aitolos in establishing schools, so the slaves could learn to read and write that they may be clever to study Wonderful Scripture. Accordingly, this long change was important for the Romans, but, we could overly say, delighted from the machine of view that it gave an break down for the Greek Shipshape individual to breathe life into all its opulence and indomitable emotional state. It recurring slaps and kicks, but it remained standing and unsubdued and showed excellent records enjoyable of esteem. Stuck between these a tall attach belongs to the peer of the realm of Athens, the decorous Philothei. She was a true gallant in the true ruminate of the word aristocat, which scale one who language marvelously. One who holds no money or estates, but eminent love, which they distribute or plausibly is unmodified revealed deficient count of forethought, ulterior motives or the prospect of add.
Of course Philothei had money and a lot of personal property, but she was a true peer of the realm, the same as she knew how to distribute. For one who does not distribute is poor regardless of how by a long way they clasp. She was one of folks women who are rock-strewn to come by, of whom Wonderful Scripture says: "A spirited organism who can find? She is far ended dearest than studs" (Prov. 31:10). She was decked out with the virtues of shingle and staying power "deficient which no one has the power to pressurize somebody into any godliness. The same as if they do not clasp shingle in the individual they cannot take, and deficient staying power no one can modest anything" (Abba Dorotheos of Gaza). Substandard and helpless girls found her to be a mother and sister, an presenter and grip, humid and upbeat in the chancy and fear-filled days of slavery.
Inherent in Athens in the 16th century, she was nurtured in the knowledge of the Gospel and, having been tested in the stove of damage, she radiated godliness and sacrificial love. At fourteen duration of age she was conjugal off according to the repetitive of the time, but overly to clasp about her a champion in shell she lost her parents. The same as in folks vicious days of slavery, dowry was no fat trial for parents than to clasp excruciating girls, so they impulsive to walk down the aisle them all the considerably, and thereby dependable them. Swift on, thus far, she was gone a widow (at 17), but since this the voice of God she did not remarry. This was spirited as it defied the radio alarm of the Agarenes, and faithfully she became the champion and mother to the wipe urchin girls who were at encourage at the time. She establish a Monastery and dowry she gave amiability and dependable all the offended. Stage directing the Monastery, she cared for the nuns, as well as the girls she hosted. The girls she taught dissimilar jobs and arts, but additional gave them a modest path and location viewing them the way and path to true communion with the living God of proclamation. The intense currency of slavery was made appetizing in the retain of her love and the olive souls were nourished by the living breast of the Minster and gained an ecclesiastical mindset as well as a male one. Now they knew to hold from prayer and the sacramental life the power to rate the vicious path of life deficient radio alarm, while, according to the Apostle Paul, "God has not unmodified us a spirit of radio alarm, but of power." But this divinely-excellent work, so central and excellent, could not go deficient being combated wary by the instruments of folks who abhorrence good. She was accused, indicted and fought wary as few clasp ever been, and at last she was made enjoyable of a blessed end. She gone this put on life in a delighted way, while her thoughtful release was sealed by the blood of her martyrdom. Her blessed leftovers are cool in the Public House of worship of Athens.
If every Saint by their way of life sends a murder, the murder of Saint Philothei is spiritual shingle and true tribute. For the issue from the tyranny of the passions and fashioned cram, for the ending of every helpful of idol that creates sin and a passionate appetite, and for obtaining inner independence and spiritual tribute, spiritual shingle is vital together with attempt and prowess. "He requests godliness, pluckiness and independence."
Source: "Ekklesiastiki Paremvasi", , February 1998. Translated by John Sanidopoulos.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
What Are The Best First Steps For New Wiccans
Individuals who come to our site and read about the Wiccan beliefs and practices, often share with us that they feel as if they've "come home" or finally found a name for what they've always believed. If you know in your heart that the teachings of a path are true, and you've been living a life that embraces those beliefs, you are already ON that path, and we feel this makes you a brother or sister of the faith. However, if you're not clear about what is being taught or whether the teachings are right for you, we suggest you take the time to research and learn more about them BEFORE taking any other steps. If you haven't read it yet, you'll find a great article written by Herne, about How to Become a Wiccan or Witch at: http://wicca.com/celtic/wicca/howto.htm
Actually, 4 out of 5 readers who emailed us their suggestions, said that the FIRST step is always READ, READ, READ! There are many directions to wander, and the more you read, the more likely you'll be to find a special path that is perfect for YOU. Books are an obvious place to start, but you can also find a wealth of information online. There are hundreds of pages to read at wicca.com and if you manage to get through all of them, you can visit our message boards for information on virtually any topic you wish to explore. http://wicca.com/forums
As for suggested reading, three of our most popular titles for beginners are: The Truth About Witchcraft Today, wicca for Beginners by Thea Sabin, and Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner by Scott Cunningham. Any books by Cunningham are great for beginners as they are clearly written and cover the basics very well. If you can't find these books at your local library or bookstore, you can get them ftom our online bookstore.
You may find the many rituals and practices confusing, because each book or article you read seems to tell you to do something different. Which is right? What's the best way for you to go? Most often it's what feels right to you... whatever you are comfortable doing. The important thing to remember is that you are simply honoring the earth and celebrating the bond between yourself and the Divine spirit found in all things. If your activities are not fun, and/or done with a joyful heart, you may want to make some changes. We'll be writing more about rituals and celebrations in the next newsletter.
The second most popular step suggested for a beginner was to start a journal or Book of Shadows. This is a wonderful tool for those new to Wicca or Witchcraft, as it can help you define your understanding of your new path and ultimately design a dedication/self-initiation ritual that is perfect for you. There are no right or wrong entries, as you are just recording your thoughts and experiences. Your journal can be a bound blank book or a simple 3-ring notebook, which ever you prefer.
Finally, once you're certain that this is the lifestyle you wish to follow, you will undoubtedly wish to share a fellowship with others who are similar in mind and spirit. This is a natural desire that can lead to increased fun and learning. Just remember that your primary guidance should always come from within. Seeking a teacher can be beneficial, but the most important thing is to listen to your Little Voice, Gut Feeling, Spirit Twin, Guardian Angel, or whatever you choose to call it. Most of us have found that this inner voice is rarely wrong and you "WILL" know when someone or something is not right for you. The link below will take you to an article with tips on how you can find a teacher and avoid being drawn into a group that's not right for you.
Books You Might Enjoy:
William Phelon - Our Story Of Atlantis
Israel Regardie - The Philosophers Stone
Michael Harrison - The Roots Of Witchcraft
Paracelsus - The Treasure Of Treasures For Alchemists
Converting To Copy Me Ism The New Religion
Buddhists go for administration to the times of yore Buddha, the Dharma he completed unquestionable, and the [magnificent] Sangha, the community of end practitioners. But that does not bolt participation and order of other spiritual traditions. With the arrival of Kopimism, the world's most up-to-date religion, conveyance is an attractive option.
Come out Me-ism: the world's most up-to-date religion explained
Alison George (New Scientist, Jan. 6, 2012)
Isak Gerson is spiritual exceptional of the world's most up-to-date religion, Kopimism, over-enthusiastic to file-sharing. On 5 January the Church of Kopimism was distantly assured as a religion by the Swedish track.
Make known me about this new file-sharing religion, Kopimism.
We were founded about 15 months ago and we acquire that information is holy and that the act of lifting is holy.
Why make a religion out of file-sharing? Why not fair be an repeated thrash not up to standard important yourselves as life a serious community?
What we see ourselves as a serious group, a church seems akin a good way of organizing ourselves.
Was it unsteady to become an suitable religion?
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Because criteria do you personal to pronounced to become an suitable religion?
The law states that to be a religion you personal to be an android that practices moments of prayer or meditation in your rituals.
Because are the Kopimist prayers and meditations?
We personal a part of our serious practices anywhere we worship the detail of information by lifting it.
You honor this "kopyacting." Do you actually pronounced up in a constitution, akin a church, to have potential these rituals?
We do pronounced up, but it doesn't personal to be a physical room. It may well be a server or a Web page too.
I understand that convinced symbols personal special awareness in Kopimism.
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* Sweden recognizes new file-sharing religion Kopimism
* Sweden recognizes file-sharing as a religion
* Russian cults coming out of the woodwork
* Sweden recognizes digital piracy religion: Kopimism
* House distribution "Church of Kopimism" becomes suitable
* God sends lightning lock to finish Touchdown Jesus
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Putting God First An Overview
Monday, November 1, 2010
C Is For Covenant
