#tradition
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Gnosticism challenges the authority of traditional religious structures.
From The Gnostic Gospels by Elaine Pagels
Salt has been a symbol of hospitality.
From Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky
The Jewish tradition emphasizes the importance of community.
Religious traditions have often been a response to the human condition.
From A History of God by Karen Armstrong
Many scrolls contain biblical texts, offering a glimpse into the textual traditions of ancient Israel.
From The Dead Sea Scrolls: A Very Short Introduction by Timothy Lim
The ancient rites have a significance that transcends time.
From The Golden Bough by James George Frazer
In the end, we must respect each tradition on its own terms.
From God Is Not One by Stephen Prothero
To lose a culture is to lose a way of life that has been refined over millennia.
From The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World by Wade Davis
The scrolls shed light on the origins of the Christian tradition and early beliefs.
From The Dead Sea Scrolls: A Very Short Introduction by Timothy Lim
Religious traditions must adapt to the realities of contemporary life.
From The Battle for God by Karen Armstrong
Modernity often overlooks the value of traditional knowledge.
From The Wayfinders: Why Ancient Wisdom Matters in the Modern World by Wade Davis
Tradition is the backbone of creation.
From The Violin Maker: Finding a Centuries-Old Tradition in a Brooklyn Workshop by John Marchese
Digital currencies challenge traditional banking systems.
From The Age of Cryptocurrency by Paul Vigna and Michael J. Casey
The essence of religion is not the same across different traditions.
From God Is Not One by Stephen Prothero
Every kitchen tool has a story to tell, a history that shapes our culinary practices.
From Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Eat by Bee Wilson
The king is dead; long live the king!
From The Golden Bough by James George Frazer
Salt has been used in rituals and religious practices.
From Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky
There is a way of building that is timeless.
The Torah is the foundation of Jewish life and thought.
Many religious traditions have sought to transcend violence and promote compassion.
From Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of Violence by Karen Armstrong
The Jewish calendar is filled with festivals and commemorations.
Rituals play a significant role in Jewish life.
In many cultures, salt is seen as a purifying agent.
From Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky
In the village, running is a way of life, not just a sport.
Traditions in cooking are both valuable and limiting.
From Consider the Fork: A History of How We Cook and Eat by Bee Wilson
Rituals and festivals play a vital role in Jewish communal life.
Religious traditions offer a framework for interpreting life's mysteries.
From Why Religion? by Elaine Pagels
Salt has been a vital part of human culture.
From Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky