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Saint Patrick’s Day beyond the green: how religion, nationalism, and diaspora turned a christian feast into a global political symbol

Saint Patrick’s Day is often perceived as one of the most accessible cultural celebrations in the world. It appears lighthearted, colorful, and deliberately uncomplicated. Green clothing, parades, shamrocks, music, and alcohol dominate the imagery. Participation requires no explanation, no commitment, and no prior knowledge. For many, it is simply a festive day loosely associated with […]

I sat with a Hindu Priest and a Buddhist Monk for six hours. Here’s what they revealed about why their traditions can’t agree on anything, including reality Itself

It was 9 AM on a Saturday morning in a rented conference room in Boston, and within ninety seconds, these two practitioners had outlined a chasm so fundamental that I realized this conversation would not be about finding common ground. It would be about understanding why common ground is impossible, and more importantly, why each tradition contains internal contradictions so severe that they can barely agree with themselves.

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