Spirituality - Yohan Perera

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Jerome Fernando, The Daily Mirror, and Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith: A Critical Reflection

The self-proclaimed prophet Jerome Fernando’s recent interview with the Daily Mirror, shared over 3.4K times on Facebook, has drawn significant attention for his bold remarks. In the interview, Jerome indirectly referenced Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith, using sarcasm about ‘Cardinal Polish’ to make provocative statements. While the interview itself has not sparked controversy, its widespread reach highlights…

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Diabolos: The Devil in Popular Culture

The concept of “Diabolos,” a Greek word meaning “slanderer” or “accuser,” has echoed through history as a powerful representation of ultimate evil. This figure, widely recognized as the devil, has fascinated humanity for centuries. In modern times, the devil has evolved from a purely religious concept into a recurring theme in popular culture. Whether depicted…

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Four Myths about Religion

The significant role religion plays in the lives of Sri Lankans and many other inhabitants of the Asian continent is the reason that convinced me to share this post. Religion is deeply interwoven into their lifestyle and community fabric, holding immense importance in shaping their values, beliefs, and daily practices. Hence, although I harbour no…

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My Second Chance at Life and how I made it Count

On May 1st, 2021, at 1:30 AM I felt a deep pain in my stomach. 24 hours later I saw a doctor because the pain wouldn’t go away. The Doctor after examining me detected a serious infection caused by a ruptured appendix. Loss of life was out of the question and I was taken to…

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Final Memory Flashbacks: A Quantum of Solace?

The 2004 science fiction film The “Final Cut” envisions a future where every human being has a microchip implanted in their brain, silently recording every moment they see throughout their lifetime. Upon death, a professional known as “The Cutter” retrieves the recorded footage and carefully edits it into a curated, emotionally palatable narrative. This final…

Spirituality

Three Ways to Respond to an Atheist

According to Wikipedia, roughly 450 to 500 million atheists form 7% of the global population. 76% of them reside in Asia and the Pacific. With 90% of its population made up of atheists China is home to the largest atheist community in the world. In light of these numbers have you ever thought about what…

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The Attributes of a Pseudo Atheist

The dictionary defines a pseudo-atheist as someone who claims not to believe in God but believes in Him unconsciously. In the context of this post, however, I would like to give the term an altogether different definition. A pseudo-atheist is an individual that pretends to be an atheist because he thinks atheism is a fashion…

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Reflections: In Loving Memory of My Father

Even as I solemnly and gratefully celebrate my beloved father’s life on the occasion of his first death anniversary, I feel moved to share with you three important thoughts that have come to my heart and mind during my reflections on his remarkable life and his passing over these past eleven months. These reflections have…

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The Ravi Zacharias Scandal: Spotting Deceptive Leadership in Church

Although the evangelical community prefers to think the late Ravi Zacharias sexual and financial scandal is an isolated incident it’s not so. It exposes a trend prevalent across the evangelical church today. The tragic revelation indicates that Christian Leaders are perfectly capable of manipulating their recognition and charisma to conceal their darkest and dirtiest secrets….

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My Father was a Nobody. But…

In my previous post titled “Don’t Waste Your Lonely Christmas,” I reflected on four simple yet meaningful things I did to turn what could have been a difficult, lonely Christmas into a deeply memorable and fulfilling experience. The feedback I received warmed my heart, and many of you shared your own stories, reminding me that…