SACRED ORIGINS OF PROFOUND THINGS
Charles Panati
The stories behind the rites and rituals of the world's religions
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"Say, 'We believe in that which is revealed to us, and that which is revealed to you. Our God and your God is one.'" Koran 29:46
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"Each of us longs to believe that our own life – and all life – is not accidental and meaningless but has value and purpose. Assurance that this is so has come from religion for billions of people since the dawn of history."
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"Symbols are among the most profound expressions of human nature…certain images are universal and timeless, occurring n the East and West, in the ancient past and in our hurly-burly present….such universal images, or archetypes, carry dynamic, creative forces that move us deeply."
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"God is omnipresent; everywhere."
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"The Golden Rule is so simple, so universal….To apply it in everyday life, round the world, would solve most problems. Treat others the way you want to be treated yourself."
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"Ho! Great Spirit, Grandfather, you made everything and are in everything, guide everything, provide everything and protect everything because everything belongs to you." Ancient Sioux (Native American) prayer
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