Negative Spaces Have Value In Art, Life And Theology

(OPINION) Many religious traditions value silence as a space where a supreme power might be experienced. “I will come to you in the silence,” promises God at the outset of David Hass’ hymn, “You Are Mine,” sung in both Catholic and Protestant churches. Some religious folk might agree with Beckett that nothing is the ultimate reality.

Opinion, Arts & Culture, Art and MusicWalter HesfordJuly 12, 2023Spokane FaVS, Walter Hesford, Art, Negative space, Silence, Nothingness, Theology, Daoism, Monks, art, cultureComment

Sravasti Abbey In Washington State Adds First Male Resident Teacher

Over the past eight years, Sravasti Abbey has grown apace, ordaining six nuns, two monks and adding three previously ordained nuns to their community. Most recently, Geshe Dadul Namgyal, an esteemed Buddhist scholar, joined the Abbey as the first male resident teacher.

News, North AmericaTracy SimmonsMay 4, 2023FaVS News, Tracy Simmons, Bhuddism, Monks, Sravasti Abbey, Nun, Sangha, Primary FeatureComment

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