1238: Q & A Volume 208

<p>Gratitude isn't feel-good fluff—it's a full-on rebellion against illusion. In this episode, Raghunath and Mara weave together Charles Dickens, modern cognitive science, and Brahmā's prayers to Krishna to show how redirecting the mind toward blessings transforms your entire inn ... Show More

<p>Life has a way of popping our ego bubble exactly when we need it most. In this episode, Raghunath and Mera explore the mercy hidden inside humiliation, using stories from pilgrimage, personal experience, and the Brahmā-vimohana-līlā of the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam. From the cave at V ... Show More

<p>Real spirituality begins the moment you do something for someone who can never repay you. In this solo episode, Raghunath and co-host Prana Priya take John Bunyan's famous line—"You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you"—and hol ... Show More

What’s the point of a pilgrimage? Is it just about sightseeing? Today, Dr. Sri explains the reasons it is good for any person to go on a pilgrimage. He also shares ideas on how to make pilgrimages without even leaving your own diocese. Finally, Dr. Sri offers four tips to follow ... Show More

What are you thirsting for? In this episode, Dr. Sri explains the great depth of the story of the Samaritan woman at the well. He explains its significance and also reveals our place in the story. Snippet from the Show Do you thirst for Jesus? For full shownotes, visit Ascensionp ... Show More

Why did Jesus die on the cross? How does the suffering of an innocent man fix anything? These are good questions and Dr. Sri shares the answers given to us by the Church. Dr. Sri helps bring an even deeper understanding of Christ’s passion and death. Snippet from the Show God doe ... Show More

Why is this happening? Where are you God? These are the sorts of questions people sometimes ask when they experience great suffering or doubt. To show how God responds to us in these situations, Dr. Edward Sri dives into the story of one of the greatest figures of the Old Testame ... Show More

Why does Jesus ride a donkey into Jerusalem? Is it significant? Dr. Sri provides the answer to this question in today’s episode. Dr. Sri also offers encouragement in being faithful to Christ both when life is good and when life is difficult. Snippet from the Show Even when it is ... Show More

Who Built the Ka'aba? What is the difference between Mecca and Becca (Bacca)? Why is the Ka'aba a blessed place? We answer all these questions and more in this week's Al Imran Ayat 96 Quran Tafsir. 

Is there someone in your life that is hard for you to love? In this episode, Dr. Sri explains the call of every person to love their neighbor despite how we feel about them. Using examples from the saints, Dr. Sri encourages us to rise above our feelings and choose to love. Snipp ... Show More

“I want to pray but I’m not sure how.” This is a challenge many people face when it comes to the spiritual life. How do you start? Using examples from The Interior Castle by St. Teresa of Avila, Dr. Edward Sri explains how to progress in the spiritual life. Snippet from the Show ... Show More

What is the wisdom behind praying the way we do? Why do we fast? Why is Hajj at this time of the year? Why do we face Mecca during prayers? Have you asked yourself these questions before? The answer to all these questions is beautiful and simple. Find out the answer and more i ... Show More

<p>What a strange question this is! Yet sometimes we find ourselves asking it about ourselves, about our neighbors, or even being questioned by others. Let’s tackle this never-ending question we ask… and remember that there is but One Holy Catholic Apostolic Church, and we as Cat ... Show More