Parliament of Worlds Religion 1999 Capetown SA

Author(s): Parliament of the World’s Religions
Publisher: USA Parliament of the Worlds Religions

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has the ability to exhibit the spiritual mind necessary for future generations. Mr Neal O'Donnell is a Registered Nurse with a Philosophy degree. He currently has his own private practice as a counselor specialising in sexuality therapy
3:00 PM–4:00 PM IN SCIENCE 2.65 Divine Will and the Destiny of Mankind Sheik Mahmood H. Rashid This lecture will address the dimensions of the Divine Will revealed in the Quran and how they are understood by man in relation to his destiny. It will discuss the perfection of mankind through spiritual development and understanding the Divine Will During the past two decades Sheikh Mahmood Rashid has participated in numerous dialogues in various countries and has written over thirty articles and books. Currently. Sheik Rashid is the Director of the Spiritual and Cultural Mission in England.
3:00 PM–4:00 PM IN SCIENCE 2.74 The Science of Mantras in Jain Religion Mr. Vinod Kapashi In this lecture, the Science of Mantras and Yantra (Mandala) in Jain texts will be explained and analyzed. An in-depth study of some important recitations (stotras) and the gradual development of worship practices using Mantras and Yantras will be explained with slides and charts. The effect of such worship practices on day to day life will be explored. Mr. Vinod Kapashi is the author of several books on Jainism, Mr. Kapashi is President of Mahavir Foundation in the UK and Chairman of Jain Education Board of the Institute of Jainology
3:00 PM–3:45 PM IN SCIENCE 2.45 Hinduism - A South African Perspective Sagri Dhavaraj This lecture will highlight the universal appeal of Hinduism, and its relationship to the ideals of the Parliament of the World's Religions. The high watermark of an ancient civilization is traced to the philosophy of Vedanta as taught in India's ancient texts Special focus is made on the application of these teachings in present day South Africa. Sagri Dhavaraj is a Yoga Camp teacher at the Sivananda International Cultural Centre in La Mercy (near Durban) South Africa. She is the founder of both the Yoga Asana class and the Sivananda Sewing Circle in Pietermaritzburg, which engages women in creative activity Ulal benefits the underprivileged communities
3:00 PM–3:45 PM IN SCIENCE 3.47 The Stories of Unitarians in South Africa's History Wayne A. M. Visser This lecture will focus on the role that the church, and particularly individual Unitarians, have played in contributing to constructive change in South Africa's past. This lecture will teli the stories of major Unitarian figures in South Africa, including D.P. Faure, Victor Carpenter, Bob Steyn, Mary Livingstone and Gordon Oliver. Wayne A. M. Visser is Cofounder and board member of the SANE Foundation and writer of "Moncy Values," a regular column about the challenges of creating an ethical economy. He is also a member of the Unitarian Church.
3:00 PM–3:45 PM IN SCIENCE 3.49 What Does It Mean to Believe in a Universal Spirit? Prof. James S. Nelson The lecture will present ways in which the sacred, as ultimate presence, is experienced in several of the world's religions. The question of a common core and diversities of experiences and expression will be investigated. The relation of the experiences of universal spirit to social justice and ethical concerns will be investigated as well. James S. Nelson, Ph.D. is a professor of Religion at North Park University, Chicago, IL He is a board member of the Parliament of the World's Religions.
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3:00 PM–4:00 PM IN SCIENCE 2.73 The Image of the Woman and Spirituality in Hindu Teaching Prof. Nepal Lodh This lecture emphasizes that the visions of a human future are dependent upon the advancement of women's spirituality Women represent a mental and physical potential which needs to be set free and advanced. The spiritual form of expression in female life requires more consideration in the effort of securing physical, mental, and social well being. The female spiritual energy will contribute considerably to wholesome healing and peace. Nepal Lodh is a social scientist and college lecturer with the status of Professor and Coordinator for cooperation between Indian and German colleges. Dr. Lodh is a master of yoga and President of the Indo-German Hindu Society
4:00 PM-5:30 PM IN COMMERCE 2.56 A Kaleidoscope of Christian Spirituality: Christian Mysticism Rev. Roger Hickley This lecture will give a brief overview of some outstanding mystics in Christian history. There will also be a reflection on the experience of God and our context in South Africa today, Fr. Roger Hickley, a Roman Catholic priest was born in 1941. He holds a licentiate in Theology from Gregorian University
3:00 PM–3:45 PM IN THEATRE 3 Peace and Human Unity in the New Millennium Dr. Margaret Czerny Meditation cuts across cultural, professional, and social boundaries. More and more people all over the world, realizing that professional success is no guarantee of personal happiness, are seeking their own transformational experience through spirituality. Dr. Czerny will speak about meditation as a way to balance personal and professional life with spiritual vision. She speaks from her experience as an internationally
ed economist and a person who has been meditating for many years. Dr. Czerny is an economic scientist and economic policy advisor to the Austrian government and the European Union Presidency. She is head of the department of East West Relations, infrastructure, housing policy, and comparative international economics of the Austrian Institute of Economic Research.
4:00 PM–5:00 PM GOOD HOPE ARENA The Christian Evangelical in Today's World Rev. Barry Isaacs A bold view of the Evangelical position as it impacts on the church and on the world. Executive Director, Cape Town City Mission Chairman, The Evangelical Alliance of South Africa (TEASA), in the Western Cape
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