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Is Enlightenment the Same Thing as Being Born Again?
Perhaps so! When Easterners refer to being “Enlightened,” “Awakened,” or “Conscious” is that the same thing that Christians mean by being “Born Again,” Saved,” or “Converted?” Most likely. But, this much is certain. Virtually every religious tradition has coined words … Continue reading
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