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2023-02-05 3160 vizionări

2023-02-05

The venerated Naropa (vegetarian) received the Mahamudra and tantra lineage teachings from the Great Guru, Mahasiddha Sri Tilopa (vegetarian). Naropa is a lineage holder of the Kagyu school of Tibetan Buddhism and is renowned for compiling “The Six Dharmas of Naropa.” His inspiring story is one of unconditional devotion to His Guru as well as His quest for the Truth, where He overcame many trials

The Venerated Mahasiddha Sri Naropa (vegetarian) and His Incredible Journey to Enlightenment, Part 1 of 2

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The Venerated Mahasiddha Sri Naropa (vegetarian) and His Incredible Journey to Enlightenment, Part 1 of 2

2023-01-29 3650 vizionări

2023-01-29

Born around the year 717 AD in Basra, a seaport city in southern Iraq, Hazrat Rabi’a al-Adawiyya al-Qaysiyya, widely known as Rabi’ah al-Basri, was one of foremost spiritual influences in the Islamic world. Although Rabia did not leave any written works by Herself, She is revered and beloved for Her faith, piety, and patience, and is considered to be the first female Sufi Saint of Islam.After spen

Venerated Sufi Saint Rabia of Basra (vegan): The Bliss and Pleasure of Divine Love, Part 2 of 2

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Venerated Sufi Saint Rabia of Basra (vegan): The Bliss and Pleasure of Divine Love, Part 2 of 2

2022-11-20 5497 vizionări

2022-11-20

Rabia of Basra was a venerated Arab Muslim Saint, poet, and Sufi mystic. Hazrat Rabia spent Her whole life in devotion to God. She was the pioneer of the Divine Love doctrine in the Islam tradition. Her devotion to God was so intense, Her life was lived in complete and loving surrender to God. Legend has it that following the death of Her parents, Rabia experienced a famine and was separated from

Venerated Sufi Saint Rabia of Basra (vegan): The Bliss and Pleasure of Divine Love, Part 1 of 2

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Venerated Sufi Saint Rabia of Basra (vegan): The Bliss and Pleasure of Divine Love, Part 1 of 2

2022-11-13 5574 vizionări

2022-11-13

As we heard in Part 1 of this series, Mahaprajapati Gautami asked the Buddha repeatedly to be ordained as a Sangha member, but she was rejected each time. Our Most Beloved Supreme Master Ching Hai expounded on this story during a lecture given in 2008. “Yes, and His godmother also wanted to become a nun with Him. It’s not about respect for Him that He worried about; it’s that He worried about that

The Venerable Bhikshuni Mahaprajapati Gautami (vegan): The First Buddhist Nun, Part 2 of 2

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The Venerable Bhikshuni Mahaprajapati Gautami (vegan): The First Buddhist Nun, Part 2 of 2

2022-10-21 3178 vizionări

2022-10-21

Today, we will journey to beautiful and picturesque Nepal to explore the fascinating life of the Venerable Bhikshuni Mahaprajapati Gautami, the first Buddhist nun ordained by the Worshipped Shakyamuni Buddha. Mahaprajapati Gautami was the stepmother and maternal aunt of Shakyamuni Buddha. She has been referred to as the “Mother of All” and is considered one of Lord Buddha’s most important disciple

The Venerable Bhikshuni Mahaprajapati Gautami (vegan): The First Buddhist Nun, Part 1 of 2

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The Venerable Bhikshuni Mahaprajapati Gautami (vegan): The First Buddhist Nun, Part 1 of 2

2022-10-15 3739 vizionări

2022-10-15

In 2011, Beloved Supreme Master Ching Hai mentioned that we should learn from the sages of old and new about the ideal lifestyle for humankind. “They never killed or harmed animals, they lived a vegan lifestyle that protects humans, animals, and the environment. They also taught about the power of being virtuous in saving the planet from any threat of harm. For example we can talk forever, there a

Venerated Ancient Greek Philosopher Pythagoras (vegan): A Mathematician and Mystic, Part 2 of 2

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Venerated Ancient Greek Philosopher Pythagoras (vegan): A Mathematician and Mystic, Part 2 of 2

2022-09-18 3487 vizionări

2022-09-18

Pythagoras is said to have been heavenly handsome and is well-known for the mathematical theorem named after Him. Moreover, Pythagoras was a much-loved vegan spiritual Master. His teachings are said to have been influential for both Plato and Aristotle, setting a foundation for Western philosophy. The perceptive and talented Pythagoras didn’t stop at metaphysics and mathematics; He was also a pion

Venerated Ancient Greek Philosopher Pythagoras (vegan): A Mathematician and Mystic, Part 1 of 2

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Venerated Ancient Greek Philosopher Pythagoras (vegan): A Mathematician and Mystic, Part 1 of 2

2022-09-11 3790 vizionări

2022-09-11

According to early Christian Gospels that were found near Nag Hammadi, Egypt, in 1945, Lord Jesus Christ’s disciples became disheartened and fearful after His crucifixion. They were terrified of being executed by Roman authorities if they publicly preached the Gospel. It was Saint Mary Magdalene who encouraged and inspired them. She was courageous in words and actions and was a symbol of wisdom. S

Venerated Saint Mary Magdalene (vegetarian): The Apostle to the Apostles, Part 2 of 2

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Venerated Saint Mary Magdalene (vegetarian): The Apostle to the Apostles, Part 2 of 2

2022-08-21 3101 vizionări

2022-08-21

Saint Mary Magdalene, sometimes referred to as Mary of Magdala, is the patron Saint of women, among many others. A close disciple of Lord Jesus Christ, She was one of His earliest followers. In the four canonical gospels of the New Testament, Saint Mary is mentioned at least 12 times by name. She is also referenced by numerous gnostic gospels and historical documents.Saint Mary Magdalene was with

Venerated Saint Mary Magdalene (vegetarian): The Apostle to the Apostles, Part 1 of 2

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Venerated Saint Mary Magdalene (vegetarian): The Apostle to the Apostles, Part 1 of 2

2022-08-14 4095 vizionări

2022-08-14

Around the year 305, He emerged from His solitary retreat full of the spirit and vitality of God. He was not troubled by the sight of crowds, nor was He overjoyed at being honored by so many. Saint Anthony guided His followers in developing spiritual discipline. They soon renounced all forms of comforts such as baths and rests. Their energies were focused on singing psalms, praying, fasting, and g

Saint Anthony the Great (vegan): Venerated Hermit of the Desert, Part 2 of 2

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Saint Anthony the Great (vegan): Venerated Hermit of the Desert, Part 2 of 2

2022-07-24 3292 vizionări

2022-07-24

Saint Anthony was one of the first Christians to live as a hermit in the desert. A Saint of divine wisdom and grace, Saint Anthony provided the example that others would follow, including Saint Pachomius the Great, who is regarded as the founder of cenobitic monasticism. Saint Anthony’s life influenced countless people for generations, shaping the history of early Christianity.Born around 251 to a

Saint Anthony the Great (vegan): Venerated Hermit of the Desert, Part 1 of 2

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Saint Anthony the Great (vegan): Venerated Hermit of the Desert, Part 1 of 2

2022-07-17 3641 vizionări

2022-07-17

In 2012, our beloved Supreme Master Ching Hai jokingly told a story about how Master Nasruddin was afraid of His wife.In another tale, Mullah Nasruddin is sailing across rough waters. A scholar is next to Him and asks: “Have You ever studied grammar?” “No.” “Then half Your life has been wasted.” A few minutes later, Master Nasruddin turns to the passenger. “Have you ever learned how to swim?” “No,

Enlightened Sufi Master Nasruddin (vegan): The "Wise Fool" with True Knowledge of God, Part 2 of 2

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Enlightened Sufi Master Nasruddin (vegan): The "Wise Fool" with True Knowledge of God, Part 2 of 2

2022-07-03 3691 vizionări

2022-07-03

Mullah Nasruddin is known as the “Wise Fool” of Middle Eastern folklore and is often portrayed as an old man in a turban, riding backwards on his donkey-person companion. A whole corpus of Mullah Nasruddin’s jokes, thousands of them, exist today. Funny, witty, and educational, these stories have spread all over the world. Over the centuries, many stories have been added, modified, and translated i

Enlightened Sufi Master Nasruddin (vegan): The "Wise Fool" with True Knowledge of God, Part 1 of 2

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Enlightened Sufi Master Nasruddin (vegan): The "Wise Fool" with True Knowledge of God, Part 1 of 2

2022-06-26 4259 vizionări

2022-06-26

For five years, both the youngsters were adamant in not disclosing the confidential parts of their incredible experience. This led to many accusations that the pair were fabricating the story of the apparition, and so, in 1851, Melanie and Maximin privately sent their declarations to Pope Pius IX. The pope gave his approval of the experience as a Marian apparition, a reported supernatural appearan

Our Lady of La Salette: A Call to Return to God, Part 2 of 2

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Our Lady of La Salette: A Call to Return to God, Part 2 of 2

2022-06-05 3221 vizionări

2022-06-05

One hundred and seventy-six years ago, in the European autumn of 1846, two children from the small rural village of La Salette, nestled in the southeastern Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, received a remarkable Marian apparition. The globe of light then opened like a flower, and from within, the most beautiful Lady appeared, seated upon a pile of stones placed on top of one another, exactly

Our Lady of La Salette: A Call to Return to God, Part 1 of 2

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Our Lady of La Salette: A Call to Return to God, Part 1 of 2

2022-05-29 4079 vizionări

2022-05-29

The distinguished translator Mel Lotsāwa who taught Sachen Kunga Nyingpo many Mahākāla practices also gave Him some spiritually powerful gifts. Another prominent teacher was Lama Zhangton Chobar, who spent eight years orally transmitting the holy Lamdré (the Path with the Result) teachings to Him. When Master Sachen was in His forties, during a retreat, He received a vision and Virupa directly tra

The Great Sachen Kunga Nyingpo (vegetarian): Venerated Master of the Sakya School, Part 2 of 2

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The Great Sachen Kunga Nyingpo (vegetarian): Venerated Master of the Sakya School, Part 2 of 2

2022-05-07 2933 vizionări

2022-05-07

The Great Sachen Kunga Nyingpo was a venerated Tibetan spiritual Master. Known as “the Great Sakyapa,” He was the founder of the Sakya Order and first of the five Sakya Patriarchs. He was also the third Sakya Trinzin, or throne-holder of the Sakya Monastery, and was honored as an emanation of the Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva. He brought on an incredible luminous era to Tibet with His Holy presence o

The Great Sachen Kunga Nyingpo (vegetarian): Venerated Master of the Sakya School, Part 1 of 2

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The Great Sachen Kunga Nyingpo (vegetarian): Venerated Master of the Sakya School, Part 1 of 2

2022-05-01 3466 vizionări

2022-05-01

Al-Hallaj journeyed as far as India and China, spreading the Truth to many who recognized Him as an enlightened Master. Returning to Iraq, He made a second pilgrimage to Mecca, accompanied by some 400 disciples, and stood in front of the Kaaba for an entire year, hardly eating or drinking at all. He prayed to God, “O Lord. I know and worship none besides You. I am so grateful for the gifts that Yo

Venerated Enlightened Sufi Master Mansur Al-Hallaj (vegetarian): Love’s Prophet, Part 2 of 2

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Venerated Enlightened Sufi Master Mansur Al-Hallaj (vegetarian): Love’s Prophet, Part 2 of 2

2022-04-24 3524 vizionări

2022-04-24

Today, we celebrate the extraordinary life of the venerated enlightened Sufi Master, al-Hallaj, a brilliant shining star illuminating the Divine nature within all human beings and all of creation. Even to this day, He remains an inspiration to many souls longing for reunification with God.During a lecture in 2019, Supreme Master Ching Hai spoke of al-Hallaj’s immense sacrifice to help the world: “

Venerated Enlightened Sufi Master Mansur Al-Hallaj (vegetarian): Love’s Prophet, Part 1 of 2

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Venerated Enlightened Sufi Master Mansur Al-Hallaj (vegetarian): Love’s Prophet, Part 1 of 2

2022-04-17 5170 vizionări

2022-04-17