Tag Archives: Interfaith

Golden Rules for Peace

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The Golden Rule poster by Paul McKenna (Golden Rules for Peace, gathered from 13 Religions).

Native Spirituality
We are as much alive as we keep the Earth alive.
– Chief Dan George

Baha’i Faith
Lay not on any soul a load that you would not wish to be
laid upon you, and desire not for anyone the things you would
not desire for yourself.
– Baha’u’llah, Gleanings

Buddhism
Treat not others in ways that you yourself would find
hurtful.
– The Buddha, Udana-Varga 5.18

Christianity
In everything, do to others as you would have them do to
you; for this is the law and the prophets.
– Jesus, Matthew 7:12

Confucianism
One word which sums up the basis of all good conduct…
loving kindness. Do not do to others what you do not want
done to yourself.
– Confucius, Analects 15.23

Hinduism
This is the sum of duty: do not do to others what would
cause pain if done to you.
– Mahabharata 5:1517

Islam
Not one of you truly believes until you wish for others what
you wish for yourself.
– The Prophet Muhammad, Hadith

Jainism
One should treat all creatures in the world
as one would like to be treated.
– Mahavira, Sutrakritanga

Judaism
What is hateful to you, do not do to your neighbor. This is
the whole Torah; all the rest is commentary.
– Hillel, Talmud, Shabbath 31a

Sikhism
I am a stranger to no one; and no one is a stranger to me.
Indeed, I am a friend to all.
– Guru Granth Sahib, pg. 1299

Taoism
Regard your neighbor’s gain as your own gain and your
neighbor’s loss as your own loss.
– T’ai Shang Kan Ying P’ien, 213-218

Unitarianism
We affirm and promote respect for the interdependent web
of all existence, of which we are a part.
– Unitarian principle

Zoroastrianism
Do not do unto others whatever is injurious to yourself.
– Shayast-na-Shayast 13.29

Fellowship of UNLESS

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UNLESS Interfaith Spiritual Fellowship is an Ahimsa Interfaith congregation of those bearing similar purpose & common goals: Care of creation and peaceful co-existence between ALL living entities.

Our acronym (Universal • Nonviolence • Love • Equality • Sustainability • Spirituality) is a useful abbreviation for all that we stand as a collective. The word Universal means “all inclusive”, or “all-embracing”. We welcome all who aim to work toward restoration of our planet through co-creation of a more peaceful world and way of life.

To learn more about UNLESS Ministries, please click here.

Seasonal Gifts From The Magi

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Historically valuable, gold, frankincense, and myrrh have been presented as gifts for thousands of years.

During this time of year, these esteemed items are best known as gifts from the Biblical Magi. For those who may wonder why, here we offer the gift of knowledge in relation to history and practical uses of such for body, mind, and spirit:

  1. History of Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh
  2. Magical and Medicinal: Frankincense and Myrrh
  3. Frankincense, Myrrh, & a Toothbrush? Matthew 2:1-12
  4. Gold, Frankincense, & Myrrh: Reflections on Matthew 2:1-12

What ever your beliefs, be it a joyful and healthy season of celebration, peace, compassion, gratitude, and mindful abundance for ALL beings.