This lecture discusses key ideas from the 18th century philosopher and essayist David Hume's essay "The Platonist", found in his Essays Moral, Political, and Literary, the first of his four essays that bear names of members of philosophical schools, about which he tells us: "The intention . . . is not so much to explain accurately the sentiments of the ancient sects of philosophy, as to deliver the sentiments of sects, that naturally form themselves in the world, and entertain different ideas of human life and of happiness. I have given each of them the name of the philosophical sect, to which it bears the greatest affinity."

He subtitles The Platonist "the man of contemplation, and philosophical devotion", and the essay both responds to the perspectives of the two previous essays and develops a perspective that transcends them, viewing contemplation of the beauty of the universe and the benevolence of God as most valuable.

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Peace, Be Still is inspired by those words spoken by Christ with such powerful authority to the mighty forces of nature which were under his command. It speaks to us not only of his supernatural ability to bring calm and stillness to the raging seas, but also our own storms and adversities.

Peace, Be Still

Is your faith low, or even non-existent? Do you have questions or doubts? Faith is a gift God has given us, and through our response in prayer we draw nearer to the Great Initiator, who wants us to know his love for us in an ever more profound and deep way. It is in prayer that God reveals himself as a personal and loving Father. It is in prayer that we grow in understanding, love and patience. By making that step of faith in prayer the truth becomes more real and we see more clearly.

Believe And You Will See

Brief As Breath

What matters in life is not great deeds, but great love.” St Thérèse of Lisieux

The State Of Being calls to mind that we are firstly called to be and then do, not the other way around, remembering the immeasurable love that God has for us, and of our place in God as His image bearers and sharers in the divine life.

The State Of Being

ARCHIDUKES - CONTEMPLATION

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serenity.

The Dark Sea

Each month, an Ignatian spiritual director offers their hope as our way of offering inspiration to pilgrims of hope engaged in the ministry of spiritual direction. 

This month’s reflection is offered by Rev. Joe Tetlow, SJ, who was ordained in 1960 and whose decades of ministry include serving as a professor at St. Louis University and as a Dean at Loyola New Orleans. He served on the staff of America Magazine for a number of years and was the assistant for Ignatian spirituality in Rome to Superior General Fr. Peter-Hans  Kolvenbach for nine years. He is a spiritual director who directed the Montserrat Retreat House in Dallas. Choosing Christ in the World, his handbook for making the full Spiritual Exercises in everyday life, has been translated into a number of languages. His recent books include Handing on the Fire: Making Spiritual Direction Ignatian and Becoming an Easter People.

What is Your Hope for Spiritual Direction? #6 (Rev. Joe Tetlow, SJ)

Deep calls to deep
at the thunder of your cataracts;
all your waves and your billows
have gone over me.
By day the Lord commands his steadfast love,
and at night his song is with me,
a prayer to the God of my life.
Psalm 42:7-8

The beautiful poetic imagery of the psalm calls to mind the continual and universal longing of our souls for something greater and deeper beyond this world, which is ultimately a longing for God our Creator.

Our enchantment with, and creation of, entertainment, arts and other means demonstrate our attempts at fulfilling of this longing, but they are temporal, and the desire remains. Longing is a sense that we are on an incomplete journey and we are yearning for the completion – our eternal home, so we should not see longing as a negative thing, but an innate desire, placed in us by God and part of our very being, that will lead us closer to Him if we pursue this longing with an equal desire for truth. Longing may just be the strongest creative force known, and its aim should lead us heavenward.

Deep Calls To Deep

Enter a chamber of profound resonance, a temple not of stone, but of sound and silence. 🧘 Before you stands the Listener, a solitary figure at the nexus of the ancient and the impending future. Their form is draped in what seems to be the very fabric of time, a cloak of tangled roots and threads, weathered and grey. Their head is bare, a smooth, pale canvas against the rustic, industrial backdrop of a wall lined with dark, circular voids—portals to nowhere and everywhere. This is a place of deep meditation, where the outside world ceases to exist. The only connection to reality is through the large, dark headphones that encase their ears, a direct conduit to a universe of pure frequency. 🎧 What do they hear in that self-imposed isolation? They hear the beat of a dying star, the hum of forgotten machinery, the rhythmic pulse of a world yet to be born. This is the music you are about to experience. It’s a journey inward, a deep dive into the soundscapes of the soul. The techno is minimal, atmospheric, and hypnotic, built on a foundation of subterranean bass and intricate, evolving rhythms that mimic the steady process of thought. 🖤 Each track is a different chamber in this temple of sound, a new layer of introspection. The driving beat is your guide, a relentless but calming presence that pushes you deeper into your own consciousness. You are the Listener now. The chaotic noise of life fades away, replaced by a clean, powerful, and all-encompassing sonic architecture. 🏛️ This is more than music; it’s a meditative state, a tool for focus and disconnection. It’s the soundtrack for a journey to the center of the self, a place where the only thing that matters is the echo of the beat in the vast emptiness. Close your eyes and join the Listener in their solemn vow of silence, spoken only through the language of techno. 🎶


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Deep Listening State

Void-Wall Cathedral

In this moving homily on the story of Martha and Mary (Luke 10:38–42), Fr. Michael shares insights from a recent retreat with his fellow brothers, led by the general superior of the Community of St John. With pastoral warmth and deep spiritual clarity, he explores the essence of contemplation — that still, silent gaze of love that renews the soul. Drawing on Scripture, Church history, and personal experience, Fr. Michael shows how returning to the “one thing necessary” not only strengthens us but renews the Church and heals relationships. A call to sit once more at the feet of Jesus.

One Thing is Necessary: Contemplation in the Heart of Busyness

From the sound odyssey "NOCTURNI Velyra," E T H E R E A L _ E C H O isn't just a track; it's a meditation in the heart of the void.

Close your eyes. A solitary signal pierces the silence of space, a distant echo resonating through the vastness. It's not a cry for help, but the pulse of a consciousness navigating through spectral-colored nebulae. Each soundscape is a passing cosmic vista, each arpeggio a mechanical heartbeat on a journey with no specific destination, where solitude becomes contemplation.

An Ambient Synthwave experience that turns silence into a symphony.

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E T H E R E A L _ E C H O - noxVΛnders (original)

In this July 20, 2025 sermon exploring Luke 10:38-42 and Colossians 1:15-28, we examine the familiar story of Mary and Martha through the lens of Christ's reconciling presence. The sermon unpacks how Mary's radical choice to sit at Jesus' feet connects with Paul's cosmic vision of Christ as "the firstborn of all creation." Through three movements - Martha's dilemma, Mary's unconventional response, and Jesus' affirmation of "the better part" - we discover how choosing relationship with Christ over anxious activity transforms both individual discipleship and community life. This message speaks to our modern struggles between doing and being, challenging us to center our lives on the One who reconciles all things and offers what cannot be taken away.

Choosing the Good Part

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walls of jericho, calls again // the junglepunx horns

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Walls of Jericho, calls again // the JUNGLEPUNX horns

Every Day A New Day

What a comforting, reassuring truth this is; that every day is a new day in God. The daily rising of the sun is a reminder to us the constant renewal of His mercy and grace. It is a time where we can repent of sin, reach out for forgiveness, and renew our attitude of gratitude; thankfulness for his lovingkindness that leads us to that place. It was “Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the tomb.”1. Rather than a time of sorrow the morning is a daily revelation of hope, renewal and opportunity. More at https://thedistantspire.substack.com/p/his-mercies-are-renewed-every-morning

His Mercies Are Renewed Every Morning

Let's go to the Jun's Constellation !

The Office of Ignatian Spirituality (OIS), a ministry of the Jesuits on the East Coast, works to promote the ministry of the Spiritual Exercises and to create opportunities for people to experience its graces. Listen here for audio reflections that incorporate Ignatian themes into daily spirituality as well as resources for spiritual directors.

Olivier Noël, aka "n o x V Λ n d e r s", is a Franco-Cameroonian DJ and producer who has explored various musical genres since the 90s. He took his first steps in Switzerland, in Basel, under the name "Blackangel", where he made crowds vibrate during wild raves, particularly in abandoned factories of the Swiss food company "Le Bell."

In the 2000s, he moved towards more accessible sounds, exploring electro house under the alias "DJ Coolfun", not hesitating to flirt with what he himself calls "commercial soup." Three of his sets from that time can still be heard on SoundCloud (@dj-coolfun) and on edeejay.com (www.edeejay.com/profile-125718/video/).

But it was in 2012 that he fully immersed himself in the depths of progressive trance, refining his approach to mesmerizing sounds.

In 2015, Olivier made a radical shift towards drumstep under the alias "Skyloox" and dubstep by changing his alias to "OnBass 1978", mastering powerful drops and shattering rhythms. During this period, he left an indelible mark in Lorraine, mixing for various events and radio stations, including the iconic Radio-Déclic FM in Moselle. His explosive sets from that time can still be listened to on Mixcloud (www.mixcloud.com/OnBass/).

Always seeking evolution, Olivier returned to trance in 2020 under the alias "Oliver Chrisma5" (www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFzQr9gGdFQ), before diving headfirst, in 2024, into the retro-futuristic sounds of Synthwave, Vaporwave, and Chillwave.

Today, under the identity of "n o x V Λ n d e r s", he explores linear and mesmerizing soundscapes, blending melodies that are sometimes dark, sometimes bright. While respecting the unique codes of Synthwave, he allows himself to venture into other genres, notably dub and electro, while staying true to his vaporous and melodious atmospheres. Each production is an invitation to travel through time and space, a true musical journey back to the future.

His inspirations draw from the work of artists such as Daft Punk, Skrillex, Tiesto, Deadmau5, DJ Snake, Seven Lions, and Kavinsky. Additionally, he draws from pioneers of electronic music like Tangerine Dream, Jean-Michel Jarre, and Vangelis, as well as modern Synthwave and Vaporwave artists such as The Midnight, Mitch Murder, Timecop1983, and Com Truise.

Welcome to OZONE, your gateway to an immersive journey into experimental techno crafted with the power of modern artificial intelligence. As a synergistic creator deeply passionate about the techno genre, OZONE explores the boundaries of soundscapes, merging human creativity with AI-driven innovation to deliver a truly unique musical experience.

All tracks on this channel are free for personal enjoyment, allowing you to dive into the complex rhythms and textures of AI-generated techno. Please note that commercial use is strictly prohibited, out of respect for the dedicated producers who have shaped the true spirit of techno music.

Join OZONE and let yourself be transported by the pulse of experimental beats redefined by technology.

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Root Vibration Records is a home for music that speaks to the soul and uplifts the spirit. We champion artists and creators who carry clarity in their message, depth in their sound, and intention in every note.

Our catalog spans genres, blending organic talent with emerging forms of creativity to explore new possibilities in musical storytelling. Whether the voice comes from a familiar place or a future-minded source, what matters most is what it says — and how it makes you feel.

At Root Vibration, we believe music is a force for healing, unity, and self-awareness. Every release is curated to inspire, ground, and remind us of what connects us all.

Rooted in purpose. Open to innovation. Vibration with vision.

Moments of calm to provide a place of stillness before God.

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Reflections and homilies rooted in the Gospel of John and the wisdom of the Church, helping you walk the journey of faith. Join Fr. Michael, a priest of the Community of St. John in New Zealand, as he unpacks the Word of God, explores the depths of grace, and leads you to encounter Christ, the Word made flesh.

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Rev. Dr. Charissa Howe brings vibrant energy and deep theological insight to her preaching ministry. A Presbyterian pastor of a vibrant Pittsburgh congregation and the former Director of Chaplaincy at an urban county jail, she weaves together academic wisdom with real-world pastoral experience. Her engaging style combines thoughtful biblical interpretation with practical applications for daily life. Drawing from her diverse background in both institutional and congregational ministry, she offers fresh perspectives that challenge and inspire listeners to deeper faith and action.

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