More Than Choosing Not to Hate

David | May 29, 2010

“I Shall Not Hate”, the story of Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish, his family, and Shlomi Eldar, makes the Golden Rule need for compassionate action abundantly clear.

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The Principle of Mutuality

David | May 25, 2010

The Golden Rule is just one example of a Principle of Mutuality that recognizes the interdependence of all things.

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Every Grain of Sand

David | January 25, 2010

 Learning to love the whole world with “an abiding, universal love” is an essential step in maturing as a civilization; as humanity.

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New Years Commitments

David | December 31, 2009

I am the sum of all my commitments – Martin Buber (1878-1965), philosopher Shortly after writing this article, I became aware of Free the Children’s 10×10 Challenge: I hope that you’ll take a few minutes to visit 10 by 10 and make 10 simple commitments for 2010. I did. Do you make New Year’s resolutions? [...]

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Parliament of the World’s Religions – Melbourne

David | December 4, 2009

The Council for a Parliament of the World’s Religions gathers in Melbourne, Australia.

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Charter for Compassion’s Collective Voice

David | November 12, 2009

The Charter for Compassion will be unveiled today, November 12, 2009, at the United Nations. The Charter is the creation of not only Karen Armstrong, who provided the impetus, but also the result of contributions from  over 150,000 people worldwide who submitted their own thoughts and comments to the Charter’s website.  Surely, if God, Gaia, Humanity – [...]

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Six Talks on Compassion

David | November 2, 2009

The Charter for Compassion has released six Talks on Compassion in preparation for the Nov.12 launch of the Charter.

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No Distinction

David | September 19, 2009

The Golden Rule, in its highest form, makes no distinction between people and the world we live in. Neither should we.

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A Matter of Degree

David | June 22, 2009

Have you ever noticed that where a person grows up determines their tolerance for heat or cold? What one person considers a balmy day is another’s scorching afternoon, or chilly morn. Be it air-conditioned consistency, Arctic breezes, or tropical humidity, our bodies develop an expectation and a comfort level for whatever environment we call home. [...]

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Making Space

David | June 3, 2009

Peace comes from being able to contribute the best that we have, and all that we are, toward creating a world that supports everyone. But it is also securing the space for others to contribute the best that they have and all that they are. - Hafsat Abiola, activist, founder of KIND

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