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Stephen Spencer West Co. I “the Granville Stars” 23rd NC Infantry CSA. He was born in Oxford, Granville County, North Carolina in 1837. He was killed in action during the Battle of Chancellorsville on May 2, 1863

CSA: Remembering the [1863] Bravery of the 23rd North Carolina Infantry Regiment [and Other Carolina Men] – at Gettysburg! (27.3.2025)

27/03/2025 Adrian (釋大道)

Jefferson had to draw from a limited pool of men (compared to the North – which possessed an endless supply of recruits – as every newly arrived migrant was enrolled into the US Army) – Jefferson managed to assemble around 80,000 (aged 12-60) – gave every man a uniform, hat and pair of boots, and ensured all were armed and fed. The idea was to Punish the Lincoln Administration that had tried on numerous occasions to militarily invade and subjugate the South. It was General Lee who suggested to Jefferson Davis that an invasion into the North – and a decisive military victory near Washington – might force Lincoln to sue for peace. Lincoln, however, had other ideas, and refused any such compromise, stating that he strove for the utter destruction of the South.

People's Political Consultative Conference Newspaper

Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference [CPPCC] – Unite and Gather Strength – Develop High Quality Work Through the Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan & Overseas Chinese Committee! (16.3.2025)

16/03/2025 Adrian (釋大道)

In his important speech at the meeting celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the CPPCC, General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized: “We must maintain close contact with patriotic political groups, social groups, and representatives from all walks of life who love Hong Kong and Macao, help Hong Kong and Macao better integrate into the overall national development, and better play their role in the country’s opening up. We must fully implement the Party’s overall strategy for resolving the Taiwan issue in the new era, deepen cross-strait integration and development in all fields, promote the spiritual harmony of compatriots on both sides of the strait, and resolutely oppose any form of “Taiwan Independence” secessionist activities. We must widely unite and contact overseas Chinese and guide them to convey China’s voice. We must serve the overall situation of the country’s foreign affairs and tell the world the story of China and the story of Chinese people’s democracy.”

Email: Studying Monasticism – BMA (UK) – Replying to Comment! (20.2.2025)

20/02/2025 Adrian (釋大道)

“Your exploration of Christian monasticism as a blueprint for spiritual and communal living is both insightful and thought-provoking. The parallels you draw offer a fresh perspective on how different traditions can inform and enrich one another. Your writing reflects deep contemplation and a genuine appreciation for the wisdom found in monastic practices. Thank you for sharing such a meaningful and well-researched reflection!”

Islam: Interactional Acts of Worship [عبادتك التعاملية]! (16.2.2025)

16/02/2025 Adrian (釋大道)

Do not think that religion is about praying, fasting, reading the Quran, paying zakat, performing Hajj, and uttering the Shahada, and that’s it? No..!!

These acts of worship (ritualistic acts of worship) are obligatory duties for which you will be held accountable, but you will not reap their fruits and achieve their goals unless your (interactional acts of worship) are correct. They will not be correct if you are unjust, negligent, hurt, lie, and curse.

ا تتوهم أن الدين هو أن تصلي، وتصوم، وتقرأ القرآن، وتزكي، وتحج، وتنطق الشهادة، وانتهى الأمر ؟ لا ..!!

هذه العبادات (عبادات شعائرية) وهي فرائض ستحاسب عليها، لكنك لن تقطف ثمارها ولن تحقق أهدافها إلا إذا صحَّت (عبادتك التعاملية) لن تصح اذا ظلمت، وقصرت، وأذيت وكذبت وشتمت..

Tibet: How the Dalai Lama “Broke” His Vow of Truthfulness for the CIA! (28.10.2024)

28/10/2024 Adrian (釋大道)

An insane and deluded set of objectives – but the Dalai Lama (who had been brought up ny Hitler’s “SS” Emissaries) – was more than happy to play along with it. Those “SS” who took refuge in Tibet until the early 1950s – were granted political asylum and US Citizenship – providing they lied about the supposed “Chinese” invasion of Tibet. Even the actor – Bras Pitt (a renowned Zionist) – had us all believing that the Nazi Germans were the good guys and our allies (the Chinese) were the bad guys. None of this is true – just as the Dalai Lama does not uphold the Vinaya Discipline!

The Pure Behaviour of Ch’an Master Ti Guang [体光] (1924-2005)! [22.10.2024]

22/10/2024 Adrian (釋大道)

This is why Master Ti Guang had perfected the realisation of “stillness” (emptiness) and “movement” (function) – and was able to express this through a martial technique free of greed, hatred, and delusion. All year roung, Master Ti Guang wore a tattered, patchwork robe – following the Buddha’s original example of only wearing a robe constructed out of tattered clothing taken from the rotting corpses lying around in the charnel grounds of ancient India. Master Ti Guang never ate any food after noon each day. Master Ti Guang understood (and followed) all the rules and regulations governing the strict discipline of the Meditation hall. As a consequence, Master Ti Guang had stilled and expanded his mind, and manifested endless degrees of insightul wisdom throughout his life!

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