Blogs-2016

Evolving Faiths: Projected Shifts in Global Religious Demographics by 2050

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  Joella Carman and Brad Scriber’s recent article in the National Geographic magazine, “How will religious populations change in the coming decades? Demographics where you live could be much different from the rest of the world,” delved into the projected shifts in global religious affiliations. Contrary to the common belief that secularism is on the […]

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Dust and Divinity: Finding Meaning in the Mundane at the Maha Kumbh Mela

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“It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves.” William Shakespeare Introduction At the heart of the Maha Kumbh Mela lies the Triveni Sangam – the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. This grand Hindu religious gathering serves as a melting pot

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Faith and the Ballot: Could Voting Align With Christian Values?

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“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” – Martin Luther King Jr. Introduction On October 7, 2024, the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University revealed a surprising statistic: 104 million people of faith, including 32 million regular churchgoers, are unlikely to vote in the 2024 Presidential Election

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Breaking the Chains: Can We Finally End Religious Persecution?

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A Historical Journey from Persecution to Progress “In a free enterprise, the community is not just another stakeholder in business, but is in fact the very purpose of its existence.”- Jamsetji Tata – Father of Indian Industry. Introduction Religious persecution has plagued human societies for millennia, leaving a trail of suffering, displacement, and division. From

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Progress or Paradox: Are We Wiser Than Our Founding Fathers?

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“Experience is a dear teacher, but she teaches effectively.” – Benjamin Franklin Introduction In an era of technological marvels, global connectivity, and scientific breakthroughs, it’s tempting to believe we’ve outgrown the wisdom of previous generations. Modern society prides itself on progress – whether in medicine, human rights, or education. But is this progress a true

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Spiritual Roots, Uncharted Routes: Circuit Preacher’s Path and Explorer’s Trail

2024, Freedom /

Honoring John Wesley Powell: Trailblazer and Visionary this Memorial Day Introduction Who could have imagined that the child of a humble Methodist circuit preacher would emerge as a pioneering explorer, revolutionizing the study of Earth science or geology? Can a poor country preacher’s kid, driven by natural curiosity, teach himself geology without a formal degree?

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The Word or Waters, Which Came First?

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“The Word or waters, which came first?” This question sometimes used metaphorically, but literal answers can be formulated for whether the “Word” or waters came first. The search for an answer, to some degree, becomes a spiritual quest for many like me. According to United States (US) Geological Survey (USGS), about 71 percent (%) of

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