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Beyond Death, Medical Facts, Mysticism and Meditation

Near death experiences (NDE) have held endless attraction for people. Why do they resonate so powerfully within us? Dr. Raider will discuss the latest medical research and teach a simple way to connect with the inner light talked about by those who’ve experienced a NDE. The Microsoft Teams link will be sent via email one day before the program. Registration required. Adults.

Presenter Bio

Matthew Raider received his M.D. degree with honors from the University of Michigan Medical School in 1979. He had a clinical practice for 42 years during which time he was the medical director of several health care facilities in central CT. Dr. Raider has had a long interest in meditation going back over 50 years. He is also a contributing author to “Meditation as Medication for the Soul” by Rajinder Singh. Dr. Raider has a particular interest for the health benefits of meditation and he has lectured extensively in hospitals and libraries in the U.S. and Canada as well as at the United Nations.

 

 

 

 

Related LibGuide: Health and Wellness by Fairfax County Public Library (Admin)

Date:
Monday, June 22, 2026
Time:
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch:
Virtual Event
Categories:
  Health & Wellness     Virtual Program  
Audience:
  Adults
 
Online:
This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email.
FCPL Event Guidelines
Registrations open at 7:00pm Monday, June 8, 2026

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