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Comparative Religion and Cultures

Snapshots
1999 - Destinations: Taiwan, Thailand, India, Nepal, Israel

Chiang Kai Shek Memorial hall

The sight of this sleek monument heralds the arrival of the CRC in Taipei.


Thai Stupa

The glittering gold top of the Thai stupa beckons students of religion to commence with their study of Buddhism in Thailand.


Bodh Gaya:

 

The pyramidical Mahabodhi Temple at Bodh Gaya leads CRC pilgrims to reach out higher in seeking the teachings of the "enlightened one".


Golden Temple:

In Amritsar "the pond of nectar" reflects in many ways the golden elements of Sikh thought and culture. A shrine where CRCers were warmly welcomed and treated to bountiful Punjabi hospitality


Mughal Splendor Agra:

Mughal glory in art at its grandest in Agra.


Western Wall & Dome of the Rock:

A view of the sentinels of two of the Abrahamic faiths in the Holyland-the Western Wall and the Dome of the Rock.


The Sinai Caravan

 

Heading the CRC bandwagon into the desert stops on a study tour in southern Israel

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