What The Sufi Mystic, Rumi, Helped Me Understand About Judaism
A parable by Rumi provides comfort when God does not seem to be answering a prayer.
Soul Writings
A Lesson From Gandhi and a Roman Sage For Activists In Dark Times
The inner peace that is achieved by putting more focus on choosing the best actions in life, and less worry on the results.
James Joyce’s Reservations About Marriage Are Still Relevant
Perhaps it’s time to reflect on the criticisms of marriage that James Joyce espoused… and which are still largely relevant today.
The Feminist Who Helps Women Find Their Voices With Psychedelic Plants
In the depths of the Amazon rain forest, feminist Zoe Helene assists women in connecting to their intuition via the use of psychedelic plants.
The Zen Master Who Taught That Meditation Is A Political Act
Japanese Zen Master, Kodo Sawaki, advocated meditation practices that clear the mind of group think and bad habits so that we are able to better engage with the world.
Rabbi Akiva Taught of The Transcendental Powers Of Ideas
Professor Barry Holtz gives insight into Rabbi Akiva’s teachings about the transcendent power of ideas in his new book, Rabbi Akiva: Sage of the Talmud.
How Primo Levi Taught Me To Tell A Story
Primo Levi’s writings about the Holocaust remind us of the power and necessity of sharing our stories.
The Source Of Yeats’ Mystical Writing Ability
Yeats’ believed that he consorted with mystical powers to create his poetry, but maybe the true magic lies in the act of writing itself.
What I Learned About Silence From The Jewish Mystic Of Sedona
The teachings of the mystic, Robert Adams, help us understand the importance of silence, even during turbulent times.
The Book That Finds A Healing Message In The Seder
Abigail Pogrebin’s recent memoir provides a meaningful way for the author to connect to a personal tragedy during Passover.