by Ralph Calabria, DMC Executive Editor Given the state of the world today, you may be hearing people use the word “apocalyptic” to describe the chaos. But “apocalypse,” a Greek word, does not mean chaos. It means “uncovering” or “revelation.” Thus St. John’s Apocalypse, the last book in the Bible, is commonly known as the […]
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“Ye are gods”
The mission of Jesus was to deliver a message and a method for us to become “gods.” When we believe on him, as a truthful messenger with a message, we become his followers. This blog concentrates on his message, the next one on his methods, and then a blog on how he fulfilled his mission. […]
Some things don’t make sense
Has this thought ever crossed your mind about Christianity? I am not suggesting that all of Christianity makes no sense, just some of its ideology. I will compare the simple spiritual message of Jesus’ against the offensive theology of Christianity. This good news of Jesus was how to gain eternal life through love of God, […]
Acquire new Knowledge
We all learn in public school, acquire new knowledge and progress through many grades. This same learning, change and progress should be true for religion. But alas, it seems that most religious institutions today offer only one class. A recent article in the Washington Post reads The Protestant Reformation was 500 years ago. What needs reform […]
Earth peace through Self peace
Lessons from Yogiraj “Earth peace through Self peace.” -Yogiraj By Ralph Calabria I’m back from my weekend at Niagara Falls, NY with Yogiraj. It was, in effect, a spiritual family reunion with Yogiraj and 48 student yogis. I felt instantly at ease with everyone. We understood each other. We encouraged each other. […]
Two Tests
Ralph Calabria This month I am posting early because I’ll soon be leaving for a weekend with Yogiraj Siddhanath. Yogiraj is a most impressive contemporary yogi in the tradition of Babaji. Yesterday, Diane pressed me on the question of how do I distinguish an enlightened teacher from an ordinary teacher. In other words, why did […]