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Shamanism is a religion that uses magic to heal the body, mind and soul through contact with the spirit world. In a shamanic healing, a shaman will take spirit form and attempt to enter the body of the person suffering from an illness. While ... more »
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According to the religion of shamanism, it is possible to heal struggles of the mind, such as anxiety, mental illness and even addiction, with shamanic healing. The practice of shamanism believes there are 2 worlds--the world we live in and the ... more »
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Oftentimes children discover new ways of thinking and perceiving that is different from their parents. Parents have had their moral and spiritual system in place for quite a while and may have difficulty understanding a child's decision to reject ... more »
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Cults have a bad name. Often justifiably. All too often people involved in cults believe they’ve not only found their souls but saved them as well. History is written by the victors, it is said, and when a cult grows big and powerful enough, ... more »
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The Amish are members of a 300-year old Anabaptist denomination of Christianity that places great emphasis on values of worldly simplicity and modesty. Their strict beliefs and adherence to the community-based rules of their religion make the ... more »
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Astrologers and skeptics alike are mystified by the 13th sign in the zodiac: Ophiuchus. Very few people understand the significance of this sign, which was discovered after the formulation of the tropical zodiac. Here is how one can interpret ... more »
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If you're one of the millions who have seen "The Secret," you probably know that much of the information is based on The Emerald Tablet. "The Secret" explains that this tablet was buried during times of invasion and rediscovered to only be shared ... more »
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The Anglican Church believes in the life, death and resurrection of Christ. They worship by recalling these aspects of Christ in song and prayer, and by reading scripture and following the sacraments. The Anglican Church is typically known for ... more »
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Mediation is like the proverbial elephant described by blind men, one of whom said the animal was a snake as he held its tail, while another insisted, based on its leg, that it was a tree. There are as many types of meditation as traditions it ... more »
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Many people get baptized or christened by their parents, but when you get older and learn more about your religion, you may find that you don't share the same beliefs. In this case, you may choose to leave a particular religion... more »
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It happens to all of us at some point in time. One moment you are listening to a reading of Psalms and the next you are mentally composing a shopping list. By the time you tune back in, you have no idea what was said. Listening is a mental ... more »
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Yoga isn't just about being able to put your foot behind your head or conquering the scorpion pose. Actually, what most Westerners imagine when they think about yoga is only a small aspect of what is essentially a whole lifestyle. Yoga is a set ... more »
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Losing faith in anything causes a great disconnect in life as you pass from one phase to another. But you can navigate the loss of your religious faith without losing your mind as well. Getting and maintaining clarity, standing firm in your ... more »
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The use of smudge sticks is a common custom in many Native American tribes. They are used to get rid of negative energy in your home. Easily made from herbs and other plants, they have a nice smell when burned... more »
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Wiccans use brooms to cleanse the area. Not fly on!! Cleansing can be done before casting to cyrcle to rid the area of bad karma and to let the good karma through. Kind of like a Native American dreamcatcher... more »
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Making time for reading the Bible or personal meditation can be difficult. Work, children, finances and schedules seem to take priority over sitting down to read the Bible. If you find yourself struggling to make time, here are some suggestions ... more »
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Our culture is based upon consumption and the idea that buying things will make one happy and fulfilled. While most of us know this to be false, still we vainly pursue wholeness through purchases. This trait is so thoroughly ingrained in us that ... more »
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Camps are more than places to send kids in the summer to keep them busy. By choosing the right camp, your child can experience growth and maturity. Finding a religious camp for your child can help your child to fellowship with children who share ... more »
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If the deceased was not a religious person, he or she would likely not wish to have a religious burial service. In accordance with their wishes, you will have to plan a different kind of funeral for them. Friends and family can be the perfect ... more »
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No matter what religion you belong to, one thing is always important: don't piss off your god. God is a violent, angry, supernatural being, and it is in your best interest to please him (or her) lest you suffer the consequences like volcanoes ... more »
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Neopaganism includes a variety of new religious movements that are influenced by ancient Pagan religions. The modern neopagan faiths have been constructed from beliefs, symbols, deities, ritual practices and other elements of ancient religions. ... more »
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Sometimes in our lives we have bad things that happen. During these stressful times, it seems that nothing ever goes right. During these hard times, it is good to pray for relief because prayer can help eliminate the stress of the situation and ... more »
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Prayer is available to everyone; totally free of charge; no "per minute" or "per month" fees! Prayer is that indescribable place of solace, where we all get to open up our secrets, our fears, our hopes, our souls to the ... more »
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Shamanism is an ancient though sometimes controversial religion that purports to heal physical ailments like tumors, skin conditions and even asthma using the spirit world and herbal remedies. As it is an unregulated form of medical care, pinning ... more »
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The right to practice religion is a right that we should never take for granted. In America, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 provides for the protection and freedom of all religious groups to practice their religion... more »