Two of the world’s greatest spiritual masters continue to live on through their teachings and the love, respect and emulation of their followers. These are their biographies. (2 x 60:00)
Subjects: Spiritual
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Judaism: Quest for Meaning
Ancient traditions, modern lives: 3,000 years after its inception, how does one of the world’s oldest religions remain vital to millions of believers? The issues raised in this series will be of great interest to spiritual seekers of all faiths, and to those interested in history, world religion, and philosophy. Taking as its key theme the confrontation between Judaism and modernity, the series travels to Israel, to the places where Judaism began, and through the Jewish Diaspora. (12 x 26:00)
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All My Relations | Nova Scotia, Canada | Mi’kmaq people
Cree musician Pakesso Mukash travels to Nova Scotia, Canada to meet Mike Doucette, a renowned Master of Ceremonies and advocate for Mi’kmaq tradition who was recently given six months to live. As Mike makes peace with life and death we tell the story of his troubled childhood and how a return to cultural and spiritual practices transformed him and an entire community looking for their own Mi’kmaq identity.
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The Sacraments
This informative program defines what a sacrament is, examines what the seven sacraments are, and explores what they mean for Christians today. It focuses on each sacrament individually and explains how they affect the life of a Christian. This topic is discussed by a range of specialists, academics and Christians who describe what the sacraments are and how they are followed, giving detail behind the meaning and symbolism of each one. The last chapter focuses on anointing the sick and provides views on life after death that you may wish to prepare younger students for before showing.
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The Original Promise
A Christian and a Jew. One determined to keep a promise, the other to discover one. Join hosts Doug Kooy and Farrah Aviva on their remarkable journey to where few have gone to ask questions that other seldom do. Explore a side of Israel rarely seen or understood. This is a one-of-a-kind documentary that reveals the world-changing achievements made by the tiny country behind the big headlines.
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The Original Promise (PAL)
A Christian and a Jew. One determined to keep a promise, the other to discover one. Join hosts Doug Kooy and Farrah Aviva on their remarkable journey to where few have gone to ask questions that other seldom do. Explore a side of Israel rarely seen or understood. This is a one-of-a-kind documentary that reveals the world-changing achievements made by the tiny country behind the big headlines.
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George Fox and the Quakers
The life and legacy of George Fox, founder of the Society of Friends, also known as Quakers.
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St. Francis of Assisi and The Franciscans
Chronicles the life of Saint Francis of Assisi, the creator and guiding spirit of the Franciscan Order.