RARE PHOTOS: The Mystical Udumbara — ‘Celestial Flowers’ or Insect Eggs?
The Udumbara has been discussed in religious communities throughout the ages. Those who have seen these reputedly near-microscopic flowers in real life are awestruck by their fragile-yet-resilient beauty, and those who ...
03-17-2023
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A Gentleman’s Rules for Cultivating Moral Values in the Home—From an 1880s Manual on Manners
Home Culture. The work of home culture should be made a matter of great importance to every one, for upon it depends the happiness of earthly homes, as ...
03-19-2023
Saint Patrick’s Day: The Profound Heritage of Irish Americans
Saint Patrick’s Day is a celebration held on March 17 to remember the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. The day commemorates the arrival of ...
03-16-2023
Teen Cowboy Artist Named ‘Grand Champion’ at Rodeo Art Show, Will Take Home $30K After Auction
A Texas high schooler was named grand champion of a renowned rodeo art show and is set to take home $30,000 when her artwork, an exquisite photo-realistic painting ...
03-4-2023
Soren Kierkegaard: Seeking Wisdom Through Parables
Depending on who you ask, the present age seems to be one in which we're either struggling up a mountain toward utopia or running off a cliff. Many ...
02-27-2023
Vintage Advice for Gentleman: Etiquette for the Date, Hanging With the Boys, or Just Chillin’ Alone
Here is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. ETIQUETTE FOR PLACES OF ...
02-18-2023
Chinese Community Finds Hope and Meaning in Lunar New Year Message
In the past, when Chinese people wondered about the meaning of life, they looked to the Confucian classics or brought their questions to monasteries and temples. But this ...
02-12-2023
50 (More) Tips for Cultivating Gentlemanly Manners From an Etiquette Handbook From the 1800s
The following excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875, concludes the chapter, "Hints ...
02-12-2023
‘Excuse Me, Sir, Do You Sell God?’: Little Boy and His Bottle of ‘God’s Kiss’
Our “Tales of Wisdom” series aims to highlight important morals and inspire a cherishing of the age-old virtues that can uplift our souls and help us return to ...
02-10-2023
The Healing Power of Meditation Against 5 Mental Illnesses, Including Depression
Over 50 percent of Americans will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some time in their life. Fortunately, there is an effective, safe, and inexpensive ...
02-9-2023
50 Tips for Cultivating Gentlemanly Manners and Conduct From an 1800s Handbook on Etiquette
The following is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. [FIFTY] HINTS ...
02-5-2023
How to Make a Party Pleasant: Party Etiquette for the Gentleman From an 1800s Handbook on Manners
The following is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. PARTIES. Now, ...
02-3-2023
Former Atheist Artist Paints Heavenly Realms, Inspires Kindness in Others: ‘Gods and Buddhas Really Do Exist’
Once an atheist, a young award-winning artist's work now revolves around faith: painting the heavenly realms and validating the existence of the divine. His impressive themes contrasting virtue ...
01-30-2023
Rules for Church From a Vintage Gentleman’s Guidebook on Manners From the 1800s
The following is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. ETIQUETTE IN ...
01-28-2023
‘The 3 Tiers of Doctors Forum’: The Lower Tier Treats the Sick, the Middle Tier Treats People, the Higher Tier Treats the Country
Modern-day life is stimulating, to say the least—and our fast-paced routines may be accompanied by stress, tension, anxiety, and mental exhaustion. For many people, maintaining good physical health ...
01-27-2023
‘A Crucial Message for All Human Beings’: Chinese Find Insight From Article by Founder of Falun Gong
What's the purpose of our lives? Legends from China and elsewhere say that divine beings created humans modeled in their own image. By following heaven’s commandments, humankind can ...
01-26-2023
‘Manly Exercise’ Etiquette: A Vintage Gentleman’s Manual Instructs on Boxing, Sports, Physical Fitness
The following is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. MANLY EXERCISES. ...
01-24-2023
Couple Quit Corporate Jobs to Save Wife’s Family Ranch on the Ropes—Succeed Making It Profitable Again
Old-fashioned family cattle farms—like the dying embers of a campfire—are on the brink of being snuffed out into ashes in the United States. But it might not be ...
01-23-2023
Japanese Artists Use Gold to Revive Broken Ceramics in Zen-Inspired Technique, Say Breakage Adds Beauty
Japanese Zen philosophy has inspired a culture that finds beauty in imperfection. This idea is found in the crack of a teacup in the art of kintsugi. Where ...
01-18-2023
Master the Dancefloor: A Gentleman’s Guide to Ballroom Etiquette—From a Classic Manual on Manners
The following is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. OF all ...
01-15-2023
Actor Reads Christian Kids’ Book at Library, Takes Aim at Wokeism: ‘God Gave Children to You, Not Government’
Overflowing crowds enthusiastically welcomed actor and author Kirk Cameron to story hour at public libraries in New York and Indiana last week to hear him read his Christian-themed ...
01-7-2023
‘Never Criticize Any Dish’: A Gentleman’s Guide to Table Manners, From an 1875 Manual on Etiquette and Politeness
The following is an excerpt from "The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness" by Cecil B. Hartley, published by Locke & Bubier in 1875. IT may ...
01-4-2023
Deerpark Couple Make Volunteering a Family Tradition
For over 40 years, the Gould family has centered their lives around helping others in Deerpark and surrounding communities in Western Orange County, New York. The tradition started ...
01-2-2023