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2026-05-21

Today it is an honor to share selections from Sections 34 – 47 of the book “The Diatessaron” of Tatian, translated and edited by Reverend Samuel Hemphill, which focuses on the teachings and parables of Lord Jesus on having faith and gratitude as well as the miracles He performed. 34. FOXES HAVE HOLES. “[A scribe states:] I will come and follow Thee. [Lord Jesus replies:] Foxes have their dens; and

Selections from “The Diatessaron” by Tatian (vegetarian): Sections 34 – 66, Part 1 of 2

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Selections from “The Diatessaron” by Tatian (vegetarian): Sections 34 – 66, Part 1 of 2

2026-05-20 387 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-20

“Socrates concluded: ‘Then it follows from your own admissions, that virtue is doing what you do with a part of virtue; for justice and the like are said by you to be parts of virtue.’ Meno inquired further: ‘What of that?’ Socrates exclaimed: ‘What of that! Why, did not I ask you to tell me the nature of virtue as a whole? And you are very far from telling me this; but declare every action to be

On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

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On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 2 of 2

2026-05-19 457 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-19

Today it is a pleasure to share excerpts from “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian) translated by Benjamin Jowett. Here, Socrates and young Meno have a discussion on what virtue is. Discussion on Virtue “[…] Socrates pondered: ‘And, in your opinion, do those who think that they will do them good know that they are evils?’ Meno confirmed: ‘Certainly not.’ Socrates exclaimed: ‘Is it not obvious that those wh

On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

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On Virtue: From Socrates (vegetarian) in “Meno” by Plato (vegetarian), Part 1 of 2

2026-05-18 545 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-18

Let us continue with selections from the book “Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria,” by Elphinstone Dayrell, firstly with a folk tale explaining why, when people pass away, their bodies are buried. Why Dead People are Buried “In the beginning of the world, when the Creator had made men and women and the animals, they all lived together in the creation land. The Creator was a big chief, past all men

Selections from “Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria,” Part 2 of 2

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Selections from “Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria,” Part 2 of 2

2026-05-16 905 Visualizzazioni

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Nigeria is an ancient land with a tapestry of civilizations, kingdoms, states, and empires stretching back to time immemorial. Today, there are over 200 ethnic groups, each with its own unique culture, traditions, and spiritual beliefs. Storytellers and elders have passed down traditional folktales for generations, filled with wisdom and moral lessons, serving as the backbone of the community. Div

Selections from “Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria,” Part 1 of 2

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Selections from “Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria,” Part 1 of 2

2026-05-15 1046 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-15

Let us continue with selections from the “Khôrshêd Yast,” followed by the “Mâh Yast,” hymns that praise the Sun and the Moon respectively. “KHÔRSHÊD YAST. Yast to the Sun. “Should not the Sun rise up, then the Daêvas would destroy all the things that are in the seven Karshvares, nor would the heavenly Yazatas find any way of withstanding or repelling them in the material world. He who offers up a

Praises to the Sun, the Moon, and the Goddess of Water: Selections from Zoroastrianism’s Yasts, Part 2 of 2

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Praises to the Sun, the Moon, and the Goddess of Water: Selections from Zoroastrianism’s Yasts, Part 2 of 2

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The Yasts are hymns praising the deities of the Zoroastrian pantheon. This forms part of the Avesta, the collection of sacred religious texts of Zoroastrianism. Today, it is an honor to present excerpts from the “Âbân Yast,” which praises the Goddess of Water, Ardvi Sûra Anâhita. ÂBÂN YAST. Yast of the Waters “Ahura Mazda spoke unto Spitama Zarathustra, saying: ‘Offer up a sacrifice, O Spitama Zar

Praises to the Sun, the Moon, and the Goddess of Water: Selections from Zoroastrianism’s Yasts, Part 1 of 2

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Praises to the Sun, the Moon, and the Goddess of Water: Selections from Zoroastrianism’s Yasts, Part 1 of 2

2026-05-13 1593 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-13

Today, it is an honor to present selections from the Pârâyanavagga, found in Chapter 5 of the Sutta Nipāta. These passages were translated by V. Fausböll. The Pârâyanavagga describes the moment when sixteen Brahman ascetics at their teacher’s behest, visit Lord Buddha, to seek spiritual wisdom on life and death. Let us continue with the questions posed by Brahman Mettagû, Dhotaka, and Upasiva. PÂR

Overcoming Desire: Excerpts from the Sutta Nipāta, Part 2 of 2

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Overcoming Desire: Excerpts from the Sutta Nipāta, Part 2 of 2

2026-05-12 1736 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-12

Today, it is an honor to present selections from the Pârâyanavagga, found in Chapter 5 of the Sutta Nipāta. These passages were translated by V. Fausböll. The Pârâyanavagga describes the moment when sixteen Brahman ascetics, at their teacher’s behest, visit Lord Buddha to seek spiritual wisdom on life and death. Let’s begin with the questions posed by Brahman Agita, Tissametteyya, Punnaka, and Met

Overcoming Desire: Excerpts from the Sutta Nipāta, Part 1 of 2

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Overcoming Desire: Excerpts from the Sutta Nipāta, Part 1 of 2

2026-05-11 1781 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-11

Let us continue with selections from “Rural Culture” in “The Tablets” by Amos Bronson Alcott (vegan), in which he discusses the blessings of simple country life, living in harmony with nature, and earning a livelihood by sustaining human life. The Garden Rural Culture “[…] ‘Tis impossible that he who is a true scholar, and has attained besides the felicity of being a good gardener, should give jea

Rural Culture: Selections From “Tablets” by Amos Bronson Alcott (vegan), Part 2 of 2

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Rural Culture: Selections From “Tablets” by Amos Bronson Alcott (vegan), Part 2 of 2

2026-05-09 1775 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-09

Today it is a pleasure to share selections from “Rural Culture” in “The Tablets” by Amos Bronson Alcott (vegan), in which he discusses the blessings of simple country life, living in harmony with nature, and earning a livelihood by sustaining human life. The Garden Rural Culture “‘Nor need the muse to palaces resort, Or bring examples only from the court, The country strives to do our subject righ

Rural Culture: Selections From “Tablets” by Amos Bronson Alcott (vegan), Part 1 of 2

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Rural Culture: Selections From “Tablets” by Amos Bronson Alcott (vegan), Part 1 of 2

2026-05-08 1804 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-08

Let us continue with selections from the eleventh to the thirteenth khanda in the first prapâthaka of the Khandogya-Upanishad from the book “The Upanishads,” translated by Max Müller. This text continues to explore the Udgîtha, a chant of the Sama Veda, by discussing its true meaning, which is also linked to the Om, as well as the story of the Udgîtha of the dog-people. KHÂNDOGYA-UPANISHAD. ELEVEN

The Udgîtha – Selections From the Upanishads, an Ancient Hindu Text, Part 2 of 2

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The Udgîtha – Selections From the Upanishads, an Ancient Hindu Text, Part 2 of 2

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2026-05-07

Today, it’s a pleasure to present selections from the eighth to tenth khanda in the first prapâthaka in the Khandogya-Upanishad from the book “The Upanishads,” translated by Max Müller. This text explains the deeper meaning of the Udgîtha, a chant of the Sama Veda, and highlights the importance of meditating on the Om to attain eternal liberation. The Udgîtha is also associated with Om, which is c

The Udgîtha – Selections From the Upanishads, an Ancient Hindu Text, Part 1 of 2

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The Udgîtha – Selections From the Upanishads, an Ancient Hindu Text, Part 1 of 2

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2026-05-06

Let us continue with selections from Chapters 69-70 of Pistis Sophia, in which Saint Thomas continues explaining Pistis Sophia’s experiences. CHAPTER 69 “[…] The word which Thy power has spoken: ‘Thou were on my right hand, saving and helping me,’ it is again the word which Pistis Sophia has spoken: ‘Thou became a Light on all sides of me, [saving me] and helping me.’ And the word which Thy light-

Selections from “Pistis Sophia” – Chapters 68-70, Part 2 of 2

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Selections from “Pistis Sophia” – Chapters 68-70, Part 2 of 2

2026-05-05 1863 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-05

Today, it is a pleasure to present selections from Chapters 68-69 of Pistis Sophia, which explain how God delivers us from darkness once we repent. CHAPTER 68 Sophia sings a song of praise. “[…] The First Mystery continued again in the discourse and said unto His disciples: ‘It came to pass, when I had led Pistis Sophia out of the chaos, that she cried out again and said: ‘I am saved out of the ch

Selections from “Pistis Sophia” – Chapters 68-70, Part 1 of 2

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Selections from “Pistis Sophia” – Chapters 68-70, Part 1 of 2

2026-05-04 2062 Visualizzazioni

2026-05-04

In this final episode, speakers reflect on media’s role in inspiring change, while Supreme Master Ching Hai offers closing insights highlighting veganism as an optimistic solution to global warming.John Raatz: Briefly, my general operating principle as much as possible is “Don’t chase the media. Be the media,” and operate according to the principle of the highest first, which means to go for that

Climate Change International Conference, Part 18 of 18

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Climate Change International Conference, Part 18 of 18

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2026-05-02

In this episode, panelists and audience members discuss the role of artists, media, and lifestyle choices in promoting health, compassion, and environmental awareness. (We have one last set of questions from the audience. And the first is from a professional stuntman, Robert Alonzo.) Robert: This question is directed to Master Ching Hai and John Raatz. How can artists and entertainers use their in

Climate Change International Conference, Part 17 of 18

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Climate Change International Conference, Part 17 of 18

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2026-05-01

In this episode, Scott Badenoch (vegan), Chief Executive Officer of Creative Citizen, emphasizes the importance of sustainability in daily life and the powerful role of global collaboration and digital media in combating climate change. Master: They’re beautiful people today, aren’t they? (Yes.) You collect all the beautiful people. I’m so glad to know them. Thank you, Jane. It must be your attrac

Climate Change International Conference, Part 16 of 18

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Climate Change International Conference, Part 16 of 18

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2026-04-30

In this episode, the speakers discuss spiritual awareness and media as tools for positive global change. (Dr. Gabriel Cousens, do you have a question for Supreme Master?) (Yes, I do actually. We understand that veganism is clearly a major lifestyle change. What other lifestyle and consciousness change would You recommend – one other one that You would recommend as most important to make that chang

Climate Change International Conference, Part 15 of 18

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Climate Change International Conference, Part 15 of 18

2026-04-29 2164 Visualizzazioni

2026-04-29