Translator’s Note: The NKVD [Internal Security] Troops – existed in one form or another – from 1918-1991. Elements of these troops tried to defend the
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Email: What a Political Commissar of Religion ‘actually’ does… (1.10.2020)
Dear Gillian I am not a religionist, but have a sense of ‘sympathy’ and ‘respect’ towards those still caught in the mire of the elaborate
Ch’an Practice for Muslims
The Buddha lived in a time of polytheism. He appears to suggests that polytheistic gods exist only if an individual believes them to do so,
Genuine Contemplation
‘More than other believers, the contemplative ought to be an “expert in atheism.” Does he believe? Perhaps, yet without believing, it seems to him. He
Humility – Rule of St Benedict (for Buddhists) – Chapter 7
Rule St Beedict – Chapter 7 Obviously, this I the actual (unchanged) text of Chapter 7 of the Rule of St Benedict. I find its
Khmer Rouge ‘Guarding Prisoners’ Protocol (1975-1979)
Do not threaten or beat prisoners. If the prisoners disobey the rules or ignore warnings, report to your supervisor in writing or by mouth.
