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The Way Things Are with Huston Smith


The Way Things Are with Huston Smith

Vedanta Video
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8,702 views  Jan 11, 2018
In this video renowned thinker Huston Smith offers the powerful story of his spiritual journey through life. he speaks with passion and humor about his upbringing, the inspiring and colorful individuals he has known, the the wisdom he has gained from the myriad religions and philosophical traditions he has encountered.

Filmed at the 2004 Science and Consciousness in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Smith also holds forth on the state of the world religion and religious leadership, and the vital importance of the transcendent message of religion for the post 9/11 world. His view is that life is rich with purpose, value, and transcendental meaning; that, when it comes down to it, that's just the way things are.  

Originally produced and distributed by the Hartley Film Foundation. Special thanks to Kendra Smith.