I encountered this term while studying the Buddhist’s teachings. I feel it is an important concept to understand. What does taking refuge mean? In the Buddhist tradition it means to commit oneself sincerely to one’s teacher, his teachings (and practices) and the community of fellow seekers. They tell us the benefits of doing so are [...]

Back from my visit to those of you in California and Nevada this holiday season. I also witnessed the wedding of my daughter, Sonia. It was a surprisingly powerful ceremony. I saw two human beings declare in front of almost 80 witnesses their pledge to committed love. Justin, Sonia’s husband quoted from Rumi, the Sufi [...]