Spiritual thoughts from across the world
World Service,·1097 episodes
The depiction of demonic temptations in Duccio di Buoninsegna's altarpiece
28 Jan 1997,·3 mins
The depiction of the calling of Peter and Andrew in Duccio di Buoninsegna's altarpiece
29 Jan 1997,·4 mins
On Duccio di Buoninsegna's altarpiece in Siena Cathedral and its depiction of Judas
30 Jan 1997,·4 mins
The depiction of Christ healing the man born blind in Duccio di Buoninsegna's altarpiece
31 Jan 1997,·4 mins
Thoughts on the joyous day of Eid al-Fitr, the Islamic festival at end of Ramadan
03 Feb 1997,·4 mins
The Night of Power marks the night when the Koran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad
Thoughts on the diversity of faiths represented in Jerusalem and a desire for peace
04 Feb 1997,·4 mins
Can the cycle of blood-letting in the Holy Land ever be broken?
Reflections on the spirit of almsgiving during the season of Lent
05 Feb 1997,·3 mins
How our own name and the name of God are bound up with one another
05 Feb 1997,·4 mins
How is holiness best achieved - by striving or surrender?
Does God speak to us through what we most seek?
Thoughts on the guarantee that irrespective of colour or creed, we will all die
06 Feb 1997,·4 mins
Why do some Muslims feel they are losing a friend when Ramadan comes to an end?
The need for people - and institutions - to say sorry for past wrongs
The truth behind the stereotype of Islam as an intolerant religion
Thoughts on spiritual direction, serving others, and the season of Lent
07 Feb 1997,·3 mins
What do the temptations of Christ tell us about temporal power today?
10 Feb 1997,·4 mins
Can we rise above our instinct for survival or are we fated to obey our genes?
A prison chaplain considers the men she ministers to and the example of Christ
Has prosperity and secularism created a new kind of unhappiness?
If God is ever-loving, why did Christ have to suffer?
11 Feb 1997,·4 mins
On Christ's moving meditation as he prepared for the final days of his passion
Thoughts on mistakes, missed opportunities, and turning points in life
Why do people fall under the spell of cult leaders who abuse the word of God?
The question of temptation and a displeased God in The Old Testament
Sister Lavinia Byrne reflects on food and fasting and its role within religion
15 Feb 1997,·3 mins
On reciting the Koran to new born babies, welcoming them to God
20 Feb 1997,·4 mins
The importance of good intention on the day of judgement
On developing personal ethics and loving our neighbour as ourselves
25 Feb 1997,·4 mins
