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So you want to Live Forever? Reincarnation

In the this episode of the series ‘So You Want to Live Forever?’ join Ben Thomas and Rahil Patel as they consider the possibilities of returning to life in other forms. What is the offer of reincarnation? What kind of hope might it give us?

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Gandhi and Christianity Series: How Gandhi Used Jesus’ Teachings in His Political Activism

The final session on Gandhi and Christianity explores how Mahatma Gandhi incorporated Christian teachings into his political ideologies emphasising non-violence and social justice.

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Gandhi and Christianity Series: How Gandhi Saw Certain Passages in the Bible

In this second session on Gandhi and Christianity, Jacob Cheriyan and OCCA speaker Rahil Patel explore how Gandhi interpreted and applied teachings from the Bible as political tools in India's independence movement.

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Gandhi and Christianity Series: Christians that Influenced Gandhi

In this first video of the series, Rahil Patel and Jacob Cheriyan delve into Gandhi's encounters with Christianity that shaped his philosophy of non-violence and his understanding of spiritual transformation.

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Hasn’t the Church Done More Harm than Good?

The charge that the church has done more harm than good is a moral objection. Even when Christians do good works, is it enough to redeem the church's reputation and chequered past? Clare Williams explores this difficult question and how Christians can respond sensitively.

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Key Concepts in Hinduism: Parabrahma

From a Christian point of view, explore the key concepts and cultural nuances of Hinduism with this session on Parabrahma, meaning “Supreme God.” Debunk common misconceptions about Hinduism, learn how to engage respectfully in conversations with Hindu friends, and grasp a Hindu perspective of God.

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What About Other Religions?

Is Christianity exclusive, or is there room for other religions in a Christian view of God? Sara Stevenson explores concepts such as pluralism, exclusivity and the unique role of Jesus as she questions whether Christianity offers an exclusive path to truth.

Why Trust the Bible?

Issues of patriarchy, power and historical accuracy are just some of the objections to the Bible’s trustworthiness. Making the case for the Bible’s textual integrity by analysing the evidence, Clare Williams shares how its story is ultimately about one central figure – Jesus who came to save.

Is the Bible Good News for Women?

Christianity claims to be good news, but is this the case for women? Lara Buchanan opens up the Bible to see how the Christian story offers a message of equality and empowerment.

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Is religion still relevant today?

In a world with many problems, is religion still relevant? Has a more scientific outlook assumed the status that religion…

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