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Branching out from tradition
Still grounded in community and spirituality, women-only Seder takes on a slightly different cast
How to Apply Git Stash to a Different Branch?
Learn how to "git stash apply" to a different branch
Why Traditions are Worth Keeping
"Traditions also provide a constant for us in an ever-changing and fast-paced life. In that way, they ground us."
Why Holiday Traditions Matter
Holiday traditions, family traditions, cultural traditions. All of these have meaning and importance beyond what they might appear to have on the surface...
Christian by tradition? Baptism? Birth?
It is true that children do tend to adopt the religion they learned about from their parents. In all other religions, one automatically becomes a follower by birth, by being baptized as an infant, …
Another Lesser Known Holiday Tradition
When Should We Ignore Tradition?
In a recent column I noted that tradition is not self-contained or absolute. It’s complex, so that superior, subordinate, and parallel traditions often come into conflict. Local tradition may say one thing, Church or national tradition quite another. Also, tradition is not about itself but about goods toward which it’s oriented, so it’s relative to something …
A Few Facts About Fasting in Jewish Tradition
This summer, two things happened at once, making me think about fasting in a whole new way—and as Yom Kippur ...
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How Their Son's Death Drove His Parents to Find an Alternative to Tradition
Church leaders are among those who oppose efforts to make aquamation, an alternative to flame creation and burials, widely available
The Birthday Tradition You Should Start Immediately
You can still have cake and ice cream, but do this too.
5 New Thanksgiving Traditions To Start With Your Family
Give thanks and spend time with family with these five new Thanksgiving tradition ideas.
12 New Year's traditions to start with your family
If you're looking for ways to get your kids excited about the festivities, here are a few family-friendly ways to celebrate.
Why Religious Freedom Hasn't Included Native American Traditions
Sacred sites are like churches; they are “places of great healing and magnetism.”
Ethics and Religion Talk: According to Your Tradition, What is the Worst Sin?
Connor asks, "What is the worst sin, in the opinion of your religious tradition?"
Twin Tiers Traditions: How do you celebrate the holidays?
A major part of celebrating the holidays is participating in traditions with family and friends.
Survey Shows More Than Half of All Parents Don’t Practice This Tradition
Forget about two tables, parents want everyone at one!
15 Family Tradition Ideas Worth Trying With Your Family
Choosing to focus on experiences can have a profound impact on how much we enjoy life. Here are 15 family tradition ideas to help you get started.
How ancient pagan rituals helped inspire modern Easter traditions
Church, bunnies and eggs; what may seem like an odd trio is actually tied together by the universal themes of spring and life renewed.
Archie's Private Christening Actually Doesn't Stray Far from Royal Tradition
He's not the only royal to have a private baptism.
How I Changed My Holiday Traditions to Match My Values
Five ways to celebrate without feeling financially and emotionally overwhelmed.
