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About Rev. Lou Kavar Ph.D.
A resource to individuals living in the post-modern world who seek to create or discover meaning, purpose and value rooted in spiritual practice.
Tag Archives: Buddhism
The Contemplative Path: Communion with the Beloved
Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to participate in a training for Cognitive Based Compassion Meditation. Based on the classic Tibetan writings that are the basis for mind-training (lojong), Geshe Lobsang Tenzin of Atlanta’s Drepung Loseling Monastery developed this … Continue reading
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Tagged Buddhism, christianity, contemplation, meditation, mysticism
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Christian and Buddhist Understandings of Meditation
In an earlier piece, I explored a basic process for meditation for those who are starting a meditation practice. Continuing on this theme, I’d like to explore some of the differences related to meditation between Christian and Buddhist approaches. Of … Continue reading
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Tagged Buddhism, christianity, compassion, contemplative prayer, meditation, mindfulness
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Hong Kong: A Unique Blend Woven into a Tapestry
“Discover a diverse modern metropolis steeped in unique blends of Eastern and Western traditions – only Hong Kong!” So claims the website of the Hong Kong Tourist Board. My recent visit to Hong Kong introduced me to a very modern … Continue reading
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Tagged Buddhism, Daoism, Hong Kong, monastery, religion, spiritual, Tapestry, Temple
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