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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1 9 9 9 PARLIAMENT OF THE WORLD'S RELIGIONS MAJOR PRESENTATIONS
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5
4:00 PM-5:30 PM IN SCIENCE 2.45 Rudolf Steiner's Anthroposophy and the Development of Humanity Mr. John Roux This lecture will describe stages in the evolution of consciousness in society and individuals, with a particular focus on the meaning of reincarnation and destiny as principles which underlie this progression. He will illustrate how Anthroposophy, as a spiritual science, is a modern initiation path based on understanding "thinking as a spiritual activity. He will then illustrate Anthroposophy's applications and results in practical life - from the renewal of the arts, sciences and religion, to Anthroposophical medicine, architecture, and biodynamic agriculture. John Roux has degrees in Philosophy and Psychology from the University of Cape Town. He is a Waldorf Teacher and offers management training in Black Education. He is also an Organisational Development Consultant and evaluator. He is currently the Chairperson of the South Africa New Economics Foundation, and has been involved in Anthroposophy since 1974.
4:00 PM–5:00 PM IN PODIUM HALL Shabad Guru-The Technology of Spiritual Integration in the New Millennium Dr. Bibiji Inderjit Kaur; S. S. Shiva Singh Khalsa Dr. Bibiji Inderjit Kaur provides a stirring treatise on our spiritual "disconnection" and "disintegration" as side effects of the information age. As our technology and the use of all kinds of electronic interaction continue to increase, she explains the importance of developing the intuitive mind to handle the increased frequency and sheer volume of communications. The mental and emotional pressures from this information invasion have become unbearable for many as we move ever closer towards the new millennium. Dr. Kaur explains how the human psyche can function neutrally, optimally, and intuitively in this environment through the technology of "Shabd Guru" or "sound current" meditation. Dr. Guru Terath kaur will then lead a guided meditation during the final segment of the presentation. The meditation will provide an experience of consciousness through the group practice of "sound current projection to heighten intuition and the power to function in the neutral mind. Although rooted in the Sikh tradition, the technology of "Shabd Guru" is offered to all people of all religions, so that each may receive a deep and personal experience of his or her own religion. Dr. Bibij Inderjit Kaur is known and loved by thousands all over the world. She is the wife of Yogi Bhajan, the Siri Singh Sahib of Sikh Dharma of the Western Hemisphere. She holds the distinguished position of "Bhai Sahibd" and has authored numerous books and other publications to instruct people in the Sikh teachings. She has been a presenter at numerous world conferences including the United Nations Fourth World Mecting on the Status of Women, the White House Outreach Round Table for Women, and the World Interfaith Conference in Rome, Italy S.S. Shiva Singh Khalsa is the Director of 3HO Foundation of Winois, and an ordained Minister of the Sikh Dharma. Active in the interreligious community, he is part of the CPWR International Planning Committee and on the steering committee for the Creating Community Vision Project in Chicago. He has 20 years of clinical experience as a pastoral counselor. He is also a certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher.
4:00 PM–4:45 PM IN THEATER 7 Sacred Traditions of Hula and Kahuna Ms. Pualani Kanaka 'ole Kanahele The lecturer will discuss the origins and sacred practice of the indigenous people of Hawaii. Video clips will be shared. Pualani Kanaka comes from a lineage of hula masters and kahuna who have preserved authentic ancient traditions, songs, dances and practices within their family down to the present day. She heads one of the most traditional and respected halau hula (hula schools), succeeding her mother. She is acknowledged by many as "the" cultural authority for Hawaiian family religious practices and spirituality today.
Major Presentations
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