Man connected to the cosmos

The World of Religions No. 42, July-August 2010 — It is surprising, especially for a skeptic, to see the persistence of astrological beliefs and practices across all cultures of the world. From the most ancient civilizations, China and...

Saying “yes” to life

The World of Religions No. 41, May-June 2010 — Because it is fundamental to all human existence, the question of happiness lies at the heart of humanity's great philosophical and religious traditions. Its resurgence in our Western societies...

Should Pius XII be canonized?

Le Monde des religions no. 40, March-April 2010 — Benedict XVI's decision to continue the beatification process of Pope Pius XII has sparked widespread controversy, dividing both the Jewish and Christian worlds. The president of the rabbinical community of...

Mysticism and politics

The World of Religions, November-December 2009 — Religions inspire fear. Today, the religious dimension is present, to varying degrees, in most armed conflicts. Even without mentioning war, the controversies surrounding religious issues...

Islam, the French challenge

The World of Religions, September-October 2009 — France has the largest Muslim population in Europe. However, the rapid growth of Islam in the land of Pascal and Descartes over the past few decades has sparked fears and questions. Let's not even talk about...