spiritual insights on religion, social justice and comparative theology
It has been said that “The journey is the goal.” It may sound cliché, but it is true and sometimes a good cliché is “worth its weight in gold.” Sacred scriptures document for practitioners ways to cope with the challenges of life. These wisdom teachings are blueprints or road maps for us to enjoy the … Continue reading The Journey Is The Goal by William Klein
The Ukraine, a sovereign nation has been invaded by Russia, one of the most powerful countries in the world. The images of war are presented on televisions, phones and computers throughout the world, and the world has responded in horror. To date, 63 civilians have lost their lives and over 200 injured. The resistance and … Continue reading Solidarity In Ukrainian Crisis by William Klein
Thinking through issues is a tricky thing to do. There’s so much misinformation out there. It was easier when we were kids. We’d go to a library and talk with librarians about reliable sources and learned how to identify abstracts to help us in our search for understanding. Nowadays, students refer to the Internet because … Continue reading The Tangled Web by William Klein
Sometimes it takes reminding that every humble life lived impacts the world in ways unknown. There’s that old line in “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Clarence the angel teaches George Bailey, “Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. When he isn’t around he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he?” I see master … Continue reading Chance Encounters by William Klein
Enlightened self-interest is a priceless reward for an individual and society; in serving others we serve ourselves. Win-win. The act of giving of yourself to another in the name of service reaps innumerable benefits that can empower an individual and reap benefits that can change the world. Seemingly obvious, every now and then we need … Continue reading Gotta Serve Somebody by William Klein
I don’t want to sound too morose, but death is a likely place to start in examining what life is all about. How we respond to death is how we respond to life. This is not understood when we’re young. We think we will live forever and don’t consider how the single act of leaving … Continue reading There is Something More by William Klein
Well, the Zodiac Illuminati has done it again. It has changed the dates for the signs and added a new one. Those people who were formerly one sign are now another. My friend who was formerly a Libra is now a Virgo. His once Libra personality where he demonstrated a “mysterious drama and biting criticism” … Continue reading Zodiak Chaos by William Klein
A porch serves as a natural barrier to the winds, the snows and the rains that batter a house, but in the old days, it also served as a central meeting place for a community to share intimacies and tricks of the trade for survival. There is something to be said for a place that … Continue reading Looking for a Place to Hang by William Klein
Every classroom I’ve had the honor to teach in has been a black hole for the Internet. I ask my colleagues if they’re having problems with the Internet? “Nope.” Look to the left of my classroom and to the right. “Problems?” “Problems?” “Nope.” “Nope.” My tech friend just scratches his head, befuddled by why this is … Continue reading Making Peace with My Personal Black Hole of Uncertainty: “That’s a Good One”
Every classroom I’ve had the honor to teach in has been a black hole for the Internet. I ask my colleagues if they’re having problems with the internet? “Nope.” Look to the left of my classroom and to the right. “Problems?” “Problems?” “Nope.” “Nope.” My tech friend just scratches his head, befuddled by why this is … Continue reading Making Peace with the Black Holes of Uncertainty: “That’s a Good One”
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