The inclusive vision of Glenn Murcutt’s Australian Islamic Centre
“The building sets out to be physically and psychologically inclusive. It speaks eloquently of both its current Australian context and ancient Islamic culture.”
The spiritual foundations of our contemporary desire for private space
“…the notion of solitude was essential to the development of concepts we now see as foundational for western society: individualism, freedom, social and political equality, democracy.”
An interview with the distinguished American teacher Judith Hanson Lasater, developer of Restorative Yoga
“This is the freedom that yoga offers: it allows us to find that moment when we can choose the empathetic response, the compassionate response.”
John Lloyd talks to Jane Clark and Hilary Papworth about the philosophy behind the QI project
“Nothing is as simple or obvious as it seems. Everything has an underside – something hidden deep inside it which is completely astonishing.”
Vin Harris talks about the life of a remarkable man
“The purpose is not to preserve traditions for their own sake, but because they are of value to a world which desperately needs to be reminded of the vital importance of kindness and compassion.”
Elizabeth Roberts talks to Dr Sunil Joshi, and explains how India’s ancient system of healing recognises the unity of the body and the mind
“There is a natural intelligence that is flowing through each tissue, each cell of the body, making a beautiful connection between your mind, your soul, your senses and your physical body.”