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Why I’m religious, not just spiritual: Faith, like exercise, needs community

A faith leader reflects on the importance of community, discipleship and spiritual support, arguing that faith grows stronger when practiced alongside others.
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Reject religious bigotry, embrace Abrahamic kinship

A writer explores the shared religious roots of Islam, Judaism and Christianity, arguing that hospitality, charity and compassion form from Abrahamic faiths.
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How many flags make you a patriot? 

A reflection on flags, patriotism, and political devotion. The author argues that patriotism is defined by actions and democratic values, not just symbols.
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Power, money and the age-old impulse to silence the truth

A columnist examines how power and money can suppress voices, and why integrity must matter more than financial pressure.
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Ask a Bahá’í: How is the Universal House of Justice legitimate without a living Guardian after Shoghi Effendi?

A look at the Bahá’í Faith’s unique leadership structure and why no successor was appointed after Shoghi Effendi, the religion’s first and only Guardian.
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Ancient Buddhist sutra recited aloud in English for first time at Washington monastery

Sravasti Abbey in Washington hosted the first complete English recitation of an ancient buddhist scripture, drawing participants from around the world.
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Trees clean the air better than carbon taxes ever will

A reflection on trees, air, carbon emissions, artificial intelligence and humanity’s responsibility to care for creation through conservation.
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