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3. Rivers of Faith

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Martin Palmer of The Alliance of Religions and Conservation reflects the meaning of rivers in religious stories. From 2016.

Martin Palmer, Secretary General of The Alliance of Religions and Conservation reflects on the significance of rivers in religious stories and traditions.

Drawing on examples, he considers how rivers are a metaphor for life.

They are also about being a part of something greater. They flow into the sea and the sea flows into the ocean.

β€œAs such the river is a natural symbol of the soul returning to the Source – God, the Divine whatever name you give it.”

Written and narrated by Martin Palmer,

Actors: Adie Allen and Susan Jameson

One of five illustrated talks by different writers on the theme of the river.

Additional sound recordings by Chris Watson

Producer: Sarah Blunt

First broadcast on ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 in August 2016.

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14 minutes

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  • Wed 17 Aug 2016 13:45
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  • Wed 9 Oct 2024 09:30
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