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Ask the Author: Gnosticism Hot Topics

Q&A: The Gospel of Mary, fringe sects, and grass eaters...our author replies.

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Solidarity in Diversity

Hindus should work with those of other traditions while holding firmly to our own denomination and spiritual path.

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Conscious California

Exploring the outrageously diverse devotion of the Golden State.

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Envisioning California

A writer examines the eccentic spiritual roots of his rootless home state.

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St. Irenaeus (130?-220)

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Conscious California

Exploring the outrageously diverse devotion of the Golden State.

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How Hajj Makes for the Moderate Muslim

Hajj is one the greatest equalizers for Muslims. So instead of pushing Pakistani, Afghani, or Iraqi Muslims towards extremism through war efforts, why not put U.S. dollars into helping them go for the Hajj?

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Does Religion Breed Violence? A Mormon Case Study

New book says LDS church let fundamentalist splinter sects veer off in dangerous directions.

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The Jewel in the Ballot Box: Electing a New Dalai Lama

A Tibetan weighs in on His Holiness' idea of a non-reincarnated predecessor.

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What Do Mormons Believe?

Answers to your frequently asked questions about the Latter-day Saints

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