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Abrahamic Study Hall Benefactors In gratitude to those who, through generosity, friendship and trust, contribute to the growth of an independent place devoted to the study of the Sacred Scriptures,…
The Spiritual Legacy of Adalbert de Vogüé Adalbert de Vogüé was a Benedictine monk (OSB Order of St. Benedict) and luminary of Western monasticism, distinguished not only for his great…
Introduction The inscription above the cross INRI (Iesus Nazarenus, Rex Iudaeorum) means: “Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews”. The title “King of the Jews,” bestowed on Jesus in the…
The Book of Psalms, a collection of religious poems and songs that forms a fundamental pillar of liturgy and spirituality in the Jewish and Christian traditions, is a treasure trove…
Jews, Christians, and Muslims share a common root: faith in the One GOD of Abraham. Yet throughout history, misunderstandings, conflicts, and partial interpretations have often obscured this original fraternity. In this post, we explore the theological, historical, and moral reasons why the three great Abrahamic traditions not only can, but should, recognize one another as partners in goodness. From their shared prophetic heritage to the commandment of love for one’s neighbor, a simple yet profound truth emerges: unity does not mean uniformity, but mutual respect grounded in the awareness of belonging to the same Covenant.
Lamentation over human ignorance and the postponed promise of peace As the headlines resound with the disturbing news that Israel has officially declared war for the first time since the…
Hebrew Translitteration NKJV ASH Proverbs 3, 5-7 Hebrew Text 5 בְּטַח֙ אֶל־יְהוָ֣ה בְּכָל־לִבֶּ֔ךָ וְאֶל־בִּֽינָתְךָ֖ אַל־תִּשָּׁעֵֽן 6 בְּכָל־דְּרָכֶ֥יךָ דָעֵ֑הוּ וְ֝ה֗וּא יְיַשֵּׁ֥ר אֹֽרְחֹתֶֽיךָ 7 אַל־תְּהִ֣י חָכָ֣ם בְּעֵינֶ֑יךָ יְרָ֥א אֶת־יְהוָ֝֗ה וְס֣וּר מֵרָֽע Translitteration…
1st Letter to John The First Epistle of John, offers a stimulating exploration of such themes as love, inner light, truth and fellowship among the nations, the basis of the…
Table of Contents Written by the apostle John, a disciple dearest to Jesus, this Gospel presents a distinct perspective that emphasizes the divinity of Jesus and the significance of…
Introduction It is essential to recognize at the outset that no summary can ever capture the magnificence, depth and divinely inspired essence of the Holy Quran. The Quran is not…
Introduction The term “Son of GOD” has long been a pivotal concept in the field of theology, carrying immense weight in religious dialogues around the world and especially in Christian…
Introduction In spirituality and theology, the understanding of the concepts of “soul” and “spirit” may not coincide. The term “soul” generally refers to the intangible essence of an individual that…
On this pageIntroductionContentsSectionsLiterary character of the BahirExternal influences and sourcesThe SefirotThe Creation of the UniverseReincarnationBahir Full BookSection ISection IISection IIISection IVSection VBibliography and useful linksSefer HaBahir Introduction Bahir or Sefer…
Table of Contents Intro Chovot HaLevavot (Arabic: كتاب الهداية إلى فرائض القلوب; Hebrew: חובות הלבבות; English: The Duties of the Hearts), is the main work of the Jewish Rabbi Bahya…
Sufism (Arabic: ٱلصُّوفِيَّة) is a current of Abrahamic religious thought, philosophy, and practice. Also known as Tasawwuf (ٱلتَّصَوُّف) can be considered a branch of Islam, classifiable within it though characterized…
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