Polytheism

Forbidden Rituals At The Hajj

Betwa Sharma | Posted 11.23.2009 | World


Betwa Sharma

Since Shiites have no restriction on single women going for the Hajj, A Hajj first timer, Saju, is less than pleased to know that Saudi Arabia requires all women pilgrims below the age of 45 to be accompanied by a male relative.

The God Series, Part III -- Belief & False Beliefs

Larry Beinhart | Posted 02.07.2009 | Living


Larry Beinhart

When we hear or use the words "belief" and "believe," we tend to jump to the top of the chain of complexity. However, belief, as a psychological mechanism, is much simpler.

The God Series, Part II: Looking at God

Larry Beinhart | Posted 01.22.2009 | Living


Larry Beinhart

If we start with belief in a meaningful, beneficent, all powerful God, this is the root question: Why won't God make himself clear?