Buddhists talk about nirvana in very much the same terms as monotheists describe God. Karen Armstrong buddhistdescribegod Change image and share on social
Religions have always stressed that compassion is not only central to religious life, it is the key to enlightenment and it the true test of spirituality. But there have always have been those who'd rather put easier goals, like doctrine conformity, in place. Karen Armstrong centralcompassionconformity share on social
Pain is something that's common to human life. When we ignore it, we aren't engaging in the whole reality, and the pain begins to fester. Karen Armstrong begincommonengage Change image and share on social
Well, logos is science or reason, something that helps us to function practically and effectively in the world, and it must therefore be closely in tune and reflect accurately the realities of the world around us. Karen Armstrong accuratelycloselyeffectively share on social
I have a very sharp tongue, I'm very impatient, and it's a lifelong struggle. Karen Armstrong impatientlifelongsharp Change image and share on social
In the holy city of Mecca, violence of any kind was forbidden. From the moment they left home, pilgrims were not permitted to carry weapons, to swat an insect or speak an angry word, a discipline that introduced them to a new way of living. Karen Armstrong angrycarrycity share on social
It's a great event to get outside and enjoy nature. I find it very exciting no matter how many times I see bald eagles. Karen Armstrong baldeagleenjoy Change image and share on social
Fundamentalists are not friends of democracy. And that includes your fundamentalists in the United States. Karen Armstrong democracyfriendfundamentalist Change image and share on social
Alas, all traditions lose their primal purity and we all fail our founders. Karen Armstrong alafailfounder Change image and share on social
Zionism was originally a rebellion against religious Judaism and the PLO Charter was essentially secularist. But because the conflict was allowed to fester without a resolution, religion got sucked into the escalating cycle of violence and became part of the problem. Karen Armstrong allowcharterconflict share on social
