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    Star of David carved on man by Muslims angry at pro-Jewish infidel.

    I agree. Those who act on hate will suffer. It takes a lot of strength to overcome hatred in oneself and until each person takes the step to master themselves the world outside will not change. This is why the world outside is like a test or a play, because the day someone does not...
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    Do all Sanatana Dharmists believe that Creation is an illusion?

    I voted no. Not only are there many who do not, but the word "illusion" is misleading if it appears to apply something bad. The point behind the world "illusion" or "maya" is that the world is transient, which means it changes and nothing in the world is permanent. Flowers wither and die...
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    Shiva, Lord of spirits

    I have read this but only in the Srimad Bhagavatam and Shiva Mahimna Stotram, but never in philosophical work or scripture that I can recall (I will post it here if I find anything), so I think it is based on Puranas or stories around that time I don't know where the idea originated. E.g...
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    Going to church when you're not a believer

    If I may also add my dos céntimos, perhaps it would be worth walking straight up to the father/priest/pastor and asking? :)
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    Your opinion on "Chrisitan Science" as a Church / organisation?

    I guess there is no one on RF with experience from Christian Science Church?
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    Hatred of Christianity!

    The issue arises when self-identity becomes based on religion, as it then it becomes political. Politics is the underlying issue or cause of hate. PS: I agree that humans can be evil.
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    Islam: Ask your questions

    Thanks a lot A-ManESL for a detailed response. The topic of evil is one I am considering more than usual at present and why man is/commits evil. I have another question, please. What does a converted Muslim do in regards to their family e.g. husband/wife/children, if they are not Muslim...
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    Is Hinduism really considered idolatry in the Abrahamic eyes?

    Hello Villager I am not sure why you ask this or if you are asking to answer my question or Sagetree? I assume you are addressing Sagetree's point on Avatars? To answer the question I would say that many people who are not acquainted with Sanatana Dharma would take Hindu deities to be...
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    Is Hinduism really considered idolatry in the Abrahamic eyes?

    Why in public? I am not sure why. :)
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    Please help me with this. I have a yoga question.

    Namasté Ismaila I have found this on wikipedia and hope it helps: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dhāraṇā So the different terms are in contect with Yoga Sutras of Patanjali, which can be seen as progressive stages to a final goal. So Dhāraṇā is the first...
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    Christianity's Similarities with Hinduism

    Hello Ismaila They are similar as they both recognise God and salvation. Much of the words of Christ himself have a sense of truth in respect to the teaching of Sanatana Dharma. Both have rituals, a temple/Church, community, song/bhajans, priests/pandits etc. With respect Sanatana Dharma is...
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    Ajaapa jaap ! 24*7

    Love it! Q8rN4VYfY4g WaheGuru VaheGuru Simran - GurMantar - Relaxing Soothing Chill Out Meditation Mantra - YouTube For when you have 59 minutes and 9 seconds to listen :)
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    Islam: Ask your questions

    That is interesting A-ManESL What then is the state that man should achieve through repentance (based on your explanation)?
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    The role of dreams in Hinduism and Sikhism?

    Should we consider our dreams to have meaning on what we should do or not do in life? Or do dreams have no significance from the Sikh or Hindu perspectives?
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    What is your favorite religious book?

    The Sri Guru Granth Sahib
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    Is Hinduism really considered idolatry in the Abrahamic eyes?

    Is it just down to the decision of belief/faith or a matter of converting to Judaism, Islam or Christianity (baptism in the later case)? In general I think I agree. For it takes effort and investigation to arrive at truth in Hinduism, although that effort can be through love of God - bhakti...
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    Is Hinduism really considered idolatry in the Abrahamic eyes?

    This is an interesting alternative to those above. :) I have one question, If Abrahma's God counted him righteous, did his God also extend his grace( or what ever God gave?) to others, for example those not born in Abraham's lineage? (I don't know). Secondly, the point about different Gods...
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    Islam: Ask your questions

    It was good to watch the second video which you posted. Thanks for the replies. :D
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    Islam: Ask your questions

    That was a good idea, Peace :) I have just watched the following and found it helpful. (As I am sure you know) it also explains that it is good to lead others to the truth (Islam/Allah). What struck me is that the man also asks Allah for forgiveness. I assume he is asking for forgiveness for...
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    Islam: Ask your questions

    Hello Peace. For some reason I was convinced that Muslims said the shahadah whilst praying. :o Thanks for correcting me :)
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