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The Bahá’í Faith: Oneness of God, Unity of Humanity

Bahai'i Tenets

                  Baha’i Tenets according to the Charlotte, NC Baha’i Community  As a non-denominational minister in Atlanta, I often talk to others of different faiths and even coach individuals of various faiths.   Last weekend I went to an interfaith event and met a…

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Shinto-Japan’s Nature Religion

A bonsai tree in the moonlight

The word Shinto comes from the Chinese word Shen-tao, which means “the way of the gods”. In Japan, these gods are called “kami”; however, the meaning of kami encompasses not only gods, but also one’s ancestors, the spiritual essence that occupies everything, and anything/person that inspires reverence or awe.  In general, however, while…

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