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I love working with sacred symbolism. The Tree Of Life is important in many mythological, religious and philosophical traditions. This one has mandalas arranged in a Chakra configuration.

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patrickstewart, to philosophy

friends. I have a practice that I perform everytime I leave my house. A few years ago I picked up these for my front yard. Every time I walk by them I give each one a little tap on the head or say hello. I'm not sure why I started it, but I've kept it going for a pretty long time. There are a few times I've forgot, sure, but I'm pretty good at it now. One reminds me to be , and the other reminds me to take it slow and . Here they are!

A tortoise status standing in the grass.

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I am rather fond of these two sets. The colors came out really well. I decided to offer a choice of "sidekicks" for the set, because some people might not be comfortable with the female figurine. But everybody know the "wise old owl" motif - and wisdom is something we all need to manifest, lol.

These are prayer / manifesting ritual items for finding or enhancing your parnasah, which is your career or how you make a living.

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Another exterior photograph of the Baha'i House of Worship for North America in Wilmette, Illinois. On most of the nine sides are quotes from Bahaullah. He was a prophet from 19th century Iran who, according to Baha'is, is the manifestation of God for the current age. This particular quote - "The Earth is but one Country - and Mankind its Citizens" - is a particularly important one for Baha'is.

Photo taken on 23 February 2024.

For more photos from Chicago in 2024, please see the following collection: https://pixelfed.social/c/663071745137621534

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"Look at a flower. Is it not beautiful? Does it not prove to you the indisputable presence of a Great Intelligence which is expressing Itself as beauty, form and color, and above all, JOY?" Flowers have taught me so much. ❤️

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The interior dome of the Baha'i House of Worship for North America in Wilmette, Illinois. I am a bit ashamed that I snuck the photo (no cameras aloud) but I assure you, I did it most respectfully. At the center of the dome is a Baha'i symbol called the "Greatest Name," which translates as "O Thou Glory of Glories."

Photo taken on 23 February 2024.

For more photos from Chicago in 2024, please see the following collection: https://pixelfed.social/c/663071745137621534

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khthoniaa, (edited ) to religion
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Does your spiritual/religious practice bring you joy and improve your life overall?

Bonus Question: Which religion/spiritual practice do you follow? Please comment your answer.

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DougBrownArtPhotography, to Life
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jlgrantham, to art

Some may see a stone park bench
But I see a stone altar
hallowed by leaves a-falling —
The sacrament of autumn
handed down
by the wise old trees
who raise their boughs
as priestly arms
They bow in peaceful prayer
as we the faithful
take the colorful communion
and heal
🍂🍁🍃

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ArtThatMakesYouSmile, to Christianity
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Which practices have contributed the most to your personal spiritual growth?

For me, it's the following:

  • Setting aside time each day for prayer, the reading of sacred texts, and contemplation

  • Sticking to a consistent meditation schedule

  • Researching the works of theologians, mystics, and skeptics alike

  • Keeping a journal of all of my spiritual questions, concerns, wishes, and experiences

  • Letting signs and synchronicities inspire me, but letting discernment guide my actions.

  • Embracing the ecstatic and confounding nature of the Mysteries with wonder and love

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