Maimonides, also known as HaRambam, or Rabbi Moses ben Maimon, was a notable medieval Jewish philosopher, astronomer, physician, and intellectual figure. Famous works by Maimonides include “Mishneh Torah,” a commentary on the Talmud, and “The Guide for the Perplexed,” philosophical discussions regarding theological matters. We will now read a selection from Part 1, Chapters 27 and 31, in Rabbi Moses ben Maimon’s book “The Guide for the Perplexed.” The Rabbi elaborates on the corporeality and manifestation of the Divine, as well the comprehension ability of the human mind.
“Know that, for the human mind there are certain objects of perception which are within the scope of its nature and capacity; on the other hand, there are, amongst things which actually exist, certain objects which the mind can in no way and by no means grasp: the gates of perception are closed against it. Further, there are things of which the mind understands one part, but remains ignorant of the other; and when man is able to comprehend certain things, it does not follow that he must be able to comprehend everything. This also applies to the senses: they are able to perceive things, but not at every distance; and all other powers of the body are limited in a similar way. How individuals of the same species surpass each other in these sensations and in other bodily faculties is universally known, but there is a limit to them, and their power cannot extend to every distance or to every degree.”
“While one man can discover a certain thing by himself, another is never able to understand it, even if taught by means of all possible expressions and metaphors, and during a long period; his mind can in no way grasp it, his capacity is insufficient for it.”
“Alexander Aphrodisias said that there are three causes which prevent men from discovering the exact truth: first, arrogance and vainglory; secondly, the subtlety, depth, and difficulty of any subject which is being examined; thirdly, ignorance and want of capacity to comprehend what might be comprehended. These causes are enumerated by Alexander. At the present time there is a fourth cause not mentioned by him, because it did not then prevail, namely, habit and training. We naturally like what we have been accustomed to, and are attracted towards it.”
邁蒙尼德也被稱為哈羅本,或拉比摩西·本·邁蒙,是中古世紀著名的猶太哲學家、天文學家、醫生及菁英份子。邁蒙尼德的知名著作有《密西那─托拉》,是有關對塔木德的評論,《迷途指津》是神學事物的哲學探討。我們現在將選讀拉比摩西·本·邁蒙《迷途指津》一書,第一部分第廿七章和第卅一章的摘選。拉比闡述了上帝的實體和顯現,及人類��
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Two organizations from Indonesia whose mission is to protect the critically endangered orangutans and their habitats are, Conservation Agency of Central Kalimantan Natural Resources (BKSDAKT) and Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation Indonesia (BOSF). Both organizations occasionally team up together with Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park (TNBBBR) as Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, is a nature reserve, so rescued orangutans are released, protected, and monitored at the National Park.
Supreme Master Ching Hai: “Gratefully present the Shining World Compassion Award to three Foundations, the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, Central Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency, and Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation, plus US$15,000 to each of them, with love, gratitude, and heartfelt best wishes to your noble work, in God’s mercy.”
“Dear Mr. Nugroho, It is with great admiration and gratitude that we present to the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park the ‘Shining World Compassion Award’ for saving critically endangered Bornean orangutans and their vulnerable rainforest habitat. Your nobility and wise leadership heralds a new era of sustainable development and harmonious co-existence with nature and her rare and precious wildlife species. A beacon of light, the Park gives hope to the world that humans and animals can share the Earth in harmonious co-existence.”
“Dear Mr. Gunawan, It is with great admiration and gratitude that we present to the Central Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency the ‘Shining World Compassion Award’ for protecting wildlife. This Award is presented in recognition of the Agency’s outstanding efforts to save the diverse range of flora and fauna dwelling within Indonesia’s magnificent eco-systems. For unwavering dedication to protecting wildlife and the environment, for your boundless unconditional love and for fostering empathy, we hereby applaud and celebrate the great compassionate deeds of the Central Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency.”
“Dear Dr. Sihite, It is with great admiration and gratitude that we present to the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation the ‘Shining World Compassion Award’ for saving our Bornean critically endangered orangutans. This Award is presented in recognition of the Foundations outstanding philanthropic endeavours to save our majestic primates, their rainforest habitat and to provide sustainable development for the communities.”
印尼有兩個組織,其宗旨是保護極度瀕危的紅毛猩猩和其棲息地,它們是中加里曼丹自然資源保育中心(BKSDAKT)和印尼婆羅洲猩猩生存基金會(BOSF)。這兩個組織有時會與武吉巴卡武吉芝國家公園共同合作,武吉巴�
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In today’s news
今日新聞提要:
Afghanistan receives food aid from United States
阿富汗獲得美國糧食援助;
India plants trees to increase climate resilience
印度種植樹木提高氣候適應力;
Seychelles trials zero-emission buses
塞席爾試用零碳排公車;
Belgian company builds two-floor house with 3D printing
比利時公司以三D列印技術建造二層樓房屋;
Canadian high schooler runs to raise funds for hospital
加拿大高中生為醫院籌募資金;
Vegan trademark registry soars in United Kingdom
英國純素商標註冊量飆升;
American couple saves piglet with limb defect
美國夫婦拯救肢體缺陷的小豬仔。
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In today’s news,
今日新聞提要,
France donates €1.5 million for child nutrition programs in Madagascar,
法國捐贈一五○萬歐元贊助馬達加斯加的兒童營養計畫;
World Meteorological Organization says we may exceed 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold of warming in five years,
世界氣象組織警告五年內地球暖化可能超過攝氏一·五度的門檻;
Australian conservation group restores ex-grazing land for 20 years and will transfer it to rightful Indigenous owners,
澳洲環保團體將牧場土地復育廿年後移轉給合法原住民所有者;
research indicates house plants can reduce indoor air pollutant by 20%,
研究顯示室內植栽可減少二成的室內空氣汙染源;
children in Canada sew teddy bears for refugees,
加拿大孩童為難民縫製泰迪熊;
US footwear brand seeks sustainability and equity through veganism,
美國鞋類品牌透過純素主義追求永續性與公平性;
veterinarian couple in Ukraine care for animal-people victims of war.
烏克蘭獸醫夫妻照顧戰爭中受害的動物族人。
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Dipa Swaminathan is a magnanimous woman who was born and raised in Bangalore, India, where, as a young person, she felt a deep sense to work with the community by visiting the slums and teaching English, along with volunteering at animal shelters. In 1995, Mrs. Swaminathan moved to Singapore to practice law with a desire to care for those who required support and assistance. In 2013 Mrs. Swaminathan came to realisation on the issue of migrant workers when the riots broke out in “Little India.” “Foreign workers were already a marginalized community in Singapore, but when these riots happened, I felt like they became even more maligned. Though it was just a few who rioted, the whole community was painted with the same brush,” says Dipa.
Let’s hear from Dipa about some of the things “ItsRainingRaincoats” is doing for migrants in Singapore. "We’re distributing hot food, care packs, data cards, things like phones, fridges, washing machines, hair clippers, 3-in-1 coffee, dry packs of noodles, a whole host of things. And in addition to that, even workers who need help with finding a new job or who've not been paid their salary, we also take up individual cases and we help them."
Supreme Master Ching Hai: “Gladly present the Shining World Compassion Award to ItsRainingRaincoats, plus a US$30,000 contribution in support of your kind efforts, with all love and gratitude, in Heaven’s grace.”
"Dear Ms. Swaminathan, It is with great admiration and appreciation that we present to ItsRainingRaincoats the 'Shining World Compassion Award' for showing gratitude to foreign workers, and uplifting their spirits, bringing smiles of joy. This Award is presented in recognition of your caring altruism, benevolently considering migrant workers and the enormous benefit they provide to host nations. Your loving concern heralds a new era of empathy, making our world a love-filled home for all. With Great Honor, Love and Blessings in God’s Grace. Supreme Master Ching Hai."
蒂帕‧斯瓦米納坦是寬宏大度的女士,她在印度班加羅爾出生並成長,她年輕時從事社區工作,走訪貧民窟並教授英文,同時在動物收容所做志工,因而感觸極深。一九九五年,斯瓦米納坦女士移居新加坡從事法律工作,希望照顧需要支持及受助的人。二○一三年,當「小印度」區爆發暴動,斯瓦米納坦女士意識到了外籍勞工的問題。蒂帕說:「外籍勞工在新加坡是被邊緣化的團體,但這些暴動發生後,我覺得他們甚至被中傷毀謗得更嚴重了。儘管只有少數人暴動,整個社區卻得共同背負罪名。」
我們來聽蒂帕聊聊「新加坡客工幫助」為新加坡外籍人士做了些什麼。「我們分發熟食、護理包、數�
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In today’s news,
今日新聞提要:
New Zealand sends relief aid for refugees in Bangladesh and Myanmar,
德國研究顯示淡水系統可能需要數百萬年才能恢復;
research from Germany shows freshwater systems could take millions of years to recover,
紐西蘭提供救濟援助給孟加拉和緬甸的難民;
United States engineers develop robot dog to help rescuers,
美國工程師研發機器狗來幫助救難人員;
Australian study shows greenery around schools enhances children’s academic performance,
澳洲的研究顯示學校周圍的綠地能提高孩子的學習成績;
conservationist in Âu Lạc, also known as Vietnam, wins prestigious award for saving endangered pangolins,
悠樂(又稱越南)的保育人士因拯救瀕危的穿山甲贏得著名獎項;
leading TV news channel reports about animal livestock industry’s damage to the planet,
領先的電視新聞頻道報導動物畜牧業對地球的破壞,
rare seahorse sighted in UK waters.
英國水域出現稀有海馬。
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