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I’ve found solace in ancient wisdom from various traditions, each playing a role in my own journey. Christianity’s call to ‘do unto others’ reshaped my worldview, while Tibetan Buddhism’s mindfulness grounded me. But it was the Jewish tradition of sitting shiva that taught me the power of fully experiencing... show more
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It is important to note that Shiva means 7 and you are supposed to grief but also to stop that process after 7 days and move on with your life. Both are important: to do 7 and to stop after 7.

This is what the media in the west does not tell you about terrorism and jihad 👇⬇️

Not much more to say other then that you are a wonderfully beautiful person. The courage and the help you bring to others is amazing!! Love you Yasmine!

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‘do unto others’ is famously a well developed idea from the Jewish tradition simply quoted without attribution in the new testament. See lev 19:18 and Hillel. Look up ‘supersessionism’.

Thankfully I have not yet had to do it myself, but Shiva is important. I think it is one of the few traditions that even secular jews will do.

"Do unto others" is actually an ancient Egyptian edict from a manuscript called 'The Eloquent Peasant' copied almost word-for-word, in reverse by Christian authors.

I remember those parts of the book, and I'm so glad you've managed to face the pain and find solace.

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Sending love friend xxx
