Tag Archives: Christianity

Buddhism and the Eastern Middle Ground

In Buddhist tradition, our death falls into a plane of existence that continues even after our final breath
Posted on May 23, 2013 by Antal Polony (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

The relation of life to death, what happens after the end, what we do with the years we have and what we leave behind, remains perhaps the most consistently affecting and important issue plaguing human life. Religions throughout the ages … Continue reading →

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Filipino Funeral Customs

Paying homage to the dead in the Philippines
Posted on May 8, 2013 by Katie Ryan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A mix of Christian values and indigenous beliefs, Filipino funeral customs represent a unique blend of ancient and contemporary traditions. In times both past and present, Filipino culture has valued a specific set of funeral customs to ensure peaceful transitions … Continue reading →

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The Madonna as a Symbol of Life

Images of the Virgin Mary have been the greatest representation of life and purity in art and culture throughout Western history
Posted on December 23, 2012 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

This Tuesday, many people around the world will celebrate Christmas. For many in Western culture, the holiday has come to simply represent things like family, giving, and togetherness. But for Christians, it is still the celebration of the birth of … Continue reading →

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