A blog exploring Zen Deism, meditation meets reason. Combining Deist philosophy with Contemplative practice
Most people today think that science and philosophy are two different things. They are not. Science is a branch of philosophy. Before the 19th century, this claim would have gone largely unchallenged. Before this time, what we now call science was known as natural philosophy—clearly understood as a branch of philosophy rather than something separate […]
Science as a Part of Philosophy Read Post »
The word atheism comes from the Greek atheos (ἄθεος), meaning “no god.” It combines the prefix a– (“no”) and theos (“god”), with the suffix -ism indicating a belief or doctrine. In its most literal sense, atheism means “the belief that there is no God or gods.” The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy explains it this way:
Voltaire once declared, “The Bible is filled with contradictions, follies, and horrors.” If God’s word were truly perfect, it would be universal, unchangeable, and flawless—qualities only nature itself possesses. Yet the Bible falls short on every count, riddled with human flaws that reveal it as a product of ancient minds, not divine perfection. Neither Perfect
The Bible is Not God’s Word Read Post »
Jesus is reported to have said, “My kingdom does not belong to this world. If my kingdom belonged to this world, my followers would be fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my kingdom is not from here” (John 18:36). When church and state join forces, you
Dangers of Christian Nationalism Read Post »
Deism is “belief in the existence of a supreme being, specifically of a creator who does not intervene in the universe” (Oxford English Dictionary). Theism is “belief in the existence of a god or gods, especially belief in one god as creator of the universe, intervening in it and sustaining a personal relation to his
Deism or Theism? Why God’s Intervention Defines the Divide Read Post »
Meditation Instructions Here is my contemplative guide to practicing mindfulness meditation (Zen/Vipassana). I. Preparation Posture: Sit upright yet relaxed, either on a cushion or chair. Hands: Hands in the lap, the right hand rests atop the left, palms facing upward. Thumbs may gently touch, forming a soft oval. Eyes: Gently close them to turn attention
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