Tag Archives: religion

The Muslims I Know!

Posted on November 21, 2015 by annetbell

Brave Muslims from Google Public Domain This Muslim man is very brave to be on the internet. I heard from a  American born teacher  of  Muslim heritage , how she feared coming to school after 9/11.  She was so afraid … Continue reading →

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Langar Week in Ludhiana, India

Posted on October 16, 2015 by annetbell

Leaders of four major religions come together at the Friday Mosque to share a meal prepared  as a symbolic coming together to alleviate  world hunger.  Please watch the video which is not in English but worth a look.  After all … Continue reading →

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St Francis’ Peace Prayer

Posted on October 5, 2015 by annetbell

Yesterday was  the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi.  I have always loved this prayer and thought though I am a day late, that we all could use some of  this  peace which St. Francis so fervently prayer for. I … Continue reading →

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Ah, Incredible India !

Posted on September 10, 2015 by annetbell

These images begin to tell the history and story of Incredible India. Some of the facts you will be familiar with and others will surprise you . . . . . . . Either today , yesterday or from  ancient … Continue reading →

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Don’t Freak, I Am Sikh!

Posted on August 11, 2015 by annetbell

The Sikh’s Golden Temple is one of my favorite Indian sites.  Here is a previous post of mine.  Thanks Judy for this video. . . . Don’t Freak, I Am a Sikh !  They are wonderful people!  If you haven’t … Continue reading →

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President Obama at the Congressional Prayer Breakfast

Posted on February 10, 2015 by annetbell

http://youtu.be/xSQXN8dwQMk Though this is not my usual topics or point of view,  I was intrigued with the information, and the 17 minutes of presentation. I know there are  those of you who think Judge Jeanine Pirro is abrasive and opinionated. … Continue reading →

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The Jain Religion

Posted on February 4, 2015 by annetbell

These are Jain monks with their mouths covered because of their belief in total  non-violence towards all living things. The orthodox Jains cover their mouths so as not to inadvertently swallow a living organism. Some  have a sweeper who walks … Continue reading →

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Mohammed’s Birthday !

Posted on January 16, 2015 by annetbell

I usually don’t have writer’s block, because I tell my stories and write just like a speak,  as one of the students pointed out. I think the hesitation is due to the fact that this event has moved up to … Continue reading →

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Hanukkah Begins

Posted on December 16, 2014 by annetbell

During my teaching career, no matter the grade, we celebrated Hanukkah  and I am thinking of those children this morning.  I felt it important to have the students either in New York or Arizona experience some celebrations from other cultures. … Continue reading →

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Village Boy Rescues Dog

Posted on August 7, 2014 by annetbell

This will show in a very clear way, the Indians’ love of animals. I am thinking that this little boy, shared his meager meals with the dog. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if this village boy who rescued the injured dog … Continue reading →

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