There was a time years ago when I was reading Plato very closely – I was studying at Heidelberg at that time – and had a flash of insight about who Socrates really was. What I saw was not something I could easily share with my fellow students, then or now: that both Socrates and Jesus were at… read more
Gandhi
The Metta Center draws deep inspiration from the life and legacy of M.K. Gandhi. This page will be frequently updated with inspiration as he continues to challenge us to take up the path of nonviolence, from the inner to the outer spheres of our lives.
“Sparks of the same fire”–Daily Metta
April 27 “None can be born untouchable, as all are sparks of one and the same fire.” –Gandhi (Yeravda Mandir, p. 19) While working to free India from external oppression, Gandhi also dedicated himself to reform within the Indian culture itself, particularly of what was known as “untouchability,” the doctrine that some people by birth… read more
Traveling into the Heart of Gandhi’s Work
While connecting with friends and supporters on Facebook earlier today, we noticed the following post by Benjamin Brown, who participated in portions of our Certificate in Nonviolence Studies and is currently in Mumbai, India. We found his post so touching that we asked his permission to share his words. We quote him directly. All photos… read more
Mexican Activist Pietro Ameglio & More – Podcast
Photo: A mother holding up a sheet with the missing students’ photos. In this episode of Peace Paradigm Radio you will hear an inspiring piece on nonviolent direct action and interfaith organizing from Ken Butigan of Pace e Bene and Campaign Nonviolence. You will meet Mercedes Mack, Metta intern, writer and researcher on the history of… read more
Fear and Fearlessness: The Halloween Episode – Podcast
In this Halloween episode of Peace Paradigm Radio, we explore the topic of fear (and fearlessness) as it relates to strengthening our resolve in nonviolent action with story telling and analysis. The show begins with fearless stories of nonviolence in the news and has some Halloween appropriate music peppered throughout. This is a fun… read more
PACS 164-C Session Seven
Topic: Since Gandhi and King–a few examples Resource: Key names and ideas mentioned Video: Audio: http://archives.mettacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/PACS-Session-7.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS… read more
PACS 164-c Session 6
Topic: The Unity in Diversity of Gandhi and King Resource: Names and concepts list Video: Audio: http://archives.mettacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/peace-and-conflict-studies-session-6.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS… read more
PACS 164-C Session 5
Topic: Gandhi and Constructive Program Resource: Names, books, films mentioned in this lecture. Video: Audio: http://archives.mettacenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Peace-and-conflict-studies-session-5.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS… read more
