The Golden Rule Resolution

David | December 24, 2009

Although I’m no longer gathering signatures for the Golden Rule Resolution, I encourage you to use the comment form to leave your thoughts and to discuss this important foundational concept of human relationship. The Text: It is essential that we find a way to live together in peace; in mutual respect of one another; to [...]

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Heart of a Heartless World

David | October 25, 2009

“Opiate of the masses”, or “heart of a heartless world”? Which view of religion leads us to a compassionate world?

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Obama Cites Golden Rule in Cairo

David | June 7, 2009

There is also one rule that lies at the heart of every religion – that we do unto others as we would have them do unto us. This truth transcends nations and peoples – a belief that isn’t new; that isn’t black or white or brown; that isn’t Christian, or Muslim or Jew. It’s a belief that pulsed in the cradle of civilization, and that still beats in the heart of billions. It’s a faith in other people, and it’s what brought me here today. Barack Obama, speaking in Cairo

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Understanding

David | May 29, 2009

I do not want the peace which passeth understanding. I want the understanding which bringeth peace. - Helen Keller 1880 – 1968, author, activist

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