Church of England bishops prepare for a showdown over same-sex marriage

The Archbishop of Canterbury, primate of the Church of England and ceremonial head of the global Anglican Communion, strives to strike a balance between conservative and progressive views on LGBTQ affirmation in the interest of maintaining church unit

The Church of England's bishops are gathering this week to prepare recommendations that will be presented to the General Synod, the body that oversees the church, at a meeting in February regarding marriage for same-sex couples.
The document they'll be talking about, "Living in Love and Faith," covers a wide range of issues related to love and marriage, but same-sex relationships are the most contentious. 



The gathering occurs as church membership, particularly among evangelical members of the episcopate who have long opposed homosexual marriage, is shifting in favour of it. But if the bishops decide to suggest a change in doctrine, they are aware that it will have an impact on the entire Anglican Communion, not just in England.

 


The current archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, attempted to appease conservative bishops by reiterating a 1998 statement that gay sex is a sin while assuring liberals by saying he would not punish national churches in the Communion that allow priests to marry same-sex couples this summer at the Anglican Communion's all-bishops meeting known as the Lambeth Conference. Conservative bishops from the South criticised Welby's decision to not punish parishes for allowing homosexual marriage.

Prior to the bishops' two-day meeting this week, Welby informed The Times that he would hold off on saying what he personally believes about marriage for LGBTQ Christians. By doing so, he ran the risk of enraging both sides once more. He stated that it was his responsibility to be a source of unity, hence he chose not to express his opinions on the matter.


Lighting the path and revealing zoroastrianism's foundations, texts, symbols, worship, and festivals

Understanding Zoroastrianism Basics:  This religion taps into good vs. evil at its core. Zoroaster talke­d about one god, Ahura Mazda. This god started everything. He's fighting against evil (Angra Mainyu). Zoroastrianism gives us a world split in two: the good (Ahura Mazda), and the bad (Angra Mainyu). This fight never ends.  Things that matter in Zoroastrianism: think good things, speak kindly, do right. Followers are­ urged to go the good way. They're part of the fight against evil. And good wins in the end! 

 

Researching Christianity through DharamGyaan's In-Depth Look at Divine Parts

Guru Guidance: Spiritual Wisdom to Understand Christian Teaching Use guru guidance to navigate Christian teachings with spiritual wisdom. DharamGyaan's articles provide insights into the role of spiritual guides and mentors, offering guidance on understanding Christian principles and deepening your connection with divine teachings.

 

The Secrets of the Stars The Islamic Astronomical Legacy

In all human history, this desire to know the cosmos has been universal; and nothing would change with the diverse cultural perspectives on it. One of the most amazing episodes in that ongoing story is Islamic astronomy. It developed into a rich tradition during the Golden Age of Islam (8th-14th century). In that period, many scholars in the Islamic world made contributions to science generally, thereby making further exploration possible while also changing our understanding of how sciences work.

To grasp how much impact Islamic astronomy had, we need to be aware of its historical context. The era was marked by a proliferation of scientific activities as well as cultural and intellectual pursuits in huge Islamic caliphates from Spain to central Asia. This was the time when Muslim theologians greatly advanced various fields of science based on knowledge borrowed from ancient Indian, Greek, and Persian civilizations.

One key figure in Islamic astronomy was Al-Battani (858-929 CE), who is also known by his Latin name Albategnius. He contributed great ways that improved celestial observations and challenged existing astronomical theories derived from Ptolemy.

Bodh Meditation Path A Guide to Inner Peace and Religious Growth

Introduction:A deep tradition of meditation practices exists within the peaceful realms of Bodh philosophy that guide the seeker on a transformational path towards peacefulness inside and spiritual illumination. The techniques are founded upon the past knowledge and unchanging reality, so they serve as powerful means for maintaining peace in one’s mind, developing correct thinking and achieving spiritually. In this article we will discuss various types of Bodh meditation going into details about their principles, methods and practical uses to those who seek to self-realize.

Understanding Bodh Meditation:

  • Health of Bodh Meditation: Foundation principles including mindfulness, awareness, non-attachment et al.
  • Philosophy behind Bodh Meditation: Through Bodh scriptures and teachings examine the philosophical basis for understanding this kind of meditative practice.
  • Advantages of practicing Bodh Meditation: This section examines how engaging in physical exercises such as yoga can help improve our overall health by reducing stress levels, balancing emotions, and promoting mental clarity.

ऐसे हुई थी सिख धर्म की शुरुआत, नानक देव को मिला 'गुरु' का दर्जा

23 नवंबर को कार्तिक पूर्णिमा है. हिंदू धर्म में इस दिन का खास महत्व है. इसके अलावा सिख धर्म में भी इस दिन की बहुत अहमियत है. कार्तिक पूर्णिमा के ही दिन सिखों के पहले गुरु नानक देव जी का जन्म हुआ था. इस दिन को गुरुनानक जयंती और प्रकाश पर्व के रूप में मनाया जाता है. सिख धर्म के लोगों के लिए गुरुनानक जयंती एक महत्वपूर्ण और बड़ा पर्व है.  गुरुनानक जयंती के अवसर पर आइए जानते हैं गुरुनानक जी के जीवन से जुड़ी कुछ अहम बातें....

गुरुनानक देव जी के पिता नाम कालू बेदी और माता का नाम तृप्ता देवी था. नानक देव जी की बहन का नाम नानकी था.