Pipe Smoking As A Mindful Practice

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  • @eppipes
    @eppipes 11 місяців тому +53

    Thank you for purchasing a pipe that I have made.....always nice to see them being used....hope it brings alot of relaxation and enjoyment...Richard and the Gatlinburlier folks are a second family for me....good to see them Highlighted
    Richard Epley
    Ep pipes

  • @EdwardJamesKenway...
    @EdwardJamesKenway... 11 місяців тому +67

    "the mind refuses to be idle; if it is not distracted by other things, it will consider itself." Wow. I needed this particular sentence to be spoken.

    • @Mrcoltonclarkson
      @Mrcoltonclarkson 8 місяців тому +1

      I'm right there with you. Those are the words I needed to get across the barrier I've had in place for years.

  • @austinhamilton1234
    @austinhamilton1234 11 місяців тому +58

    Richard's voice is the what I'd imagine as a ent's voice in the Lord of The Rings. Both of you could easily land voice acting jobs, I think. Cheers to you both, excellent conversation as always.

    • @asant1162
      @asant1162 8 місяців тому +2

      His voice reminds me of Orson Wells giving the sermon in Moby Dick.

  • @permanenceaesthetic6545
    @permanenceaesthetic6545 11 місяців тому +50

    Not only is Richard an Oriental Orthodox Christian, but he’s also an Oriental Orthodox Priest. He’s one of the most humble men I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, and I am honored to be able to call him a friend. I’m blessed to live a mere 16 miles from his shop.
    He was a steppingstone for me on my way towards Orthodoxy, and eventually the Catholic Church. If you’re ever in the area, pay his shop a visit. You might just learn something.

    • @josephsarkis4443
      @josephsarkis4443 8 місяців тому

      May i ask which oriental church is it?

    • @permanenceaesthetic6545
      @permanenceaesthetic6545 8 місяців тому

      @@josephsarkis4443 Sure thing.
      His parish is St. Elias out of Kodak, TN, and it belongs to the jurisdiction of the Antiochian Catholic Church in America (ACCA). Their canonical status is disputed, but the majority of them that do have valid holy order have garnered them through ether the Old Catholic bishopric or via one of the various monophysite Communions. According to the ACCA, their religious praxis and liturgy are predicated on the Syriac Orthodox and Indian Orthodox expressions of faith - this sort of makes the ACCA a bit unique amongst the Independent Catholic groups.
      It's quite the rabbit-hole to go down, and I would advise one seeking a valid communion to simply become Catholic (or at least canonically Orthodox). However, it's good to get to know other communions in order to understand how they think and why. The ACCA is quite the anomaly to say the least.

  • @shakeypiper3022
    @shakeypiper3022 11 місяців тому +67

    Ashamed to admit at 70 years in my life, the vale has been lifted by this conversation. Thank you, gentlemen.

    • @Kitiwake
      @Kitiwake 11 місяців тому +7

      God moves in His own time.

    • @danm8004
      @danm8004 10 місяців тому +5

      *veil

    • @shakeypiper3022
      @shakeypiper3022 10 місяців тому

      @@danm8004 my first mistake.

    • @peterdaoust404
      @peterdaoust404 10 місяців тому +2

      Had the same experience. As an RC deacon, and with my highly distractable mind, there is little stillness in my life.

    • @gregoryhorwitz7373
      @gregoryhorwitz7373 10 місяців тому +4

      There’s nothing to be ashamed of the vale has been lifted. That can’t happen without your participation.

  • @MrPeach1
    @MrPeach1 11 місяців тому +80

    Guys been Catholic for a week and he is already making great strides in healing the great schism.

  • @mariacastillo5625
    @mariacastillo5625 4 місяці тому +4

    “It’s like a cat box. Magic Tootsie Rolls of wisdom.” 🤣 I Immediately hit the like button. 👍🏻😁

  • @alternativefactory7190
    @alternativefactory7190 10 днів тому

    I met this man today. Lovely gentleman. Had a fantastic, all be it short conversation about pipes, faith, Tennessee, and life in general. I'm glad to have met him and glad to have purchased a pipe from him.

  • @brandonwhite224
    @brandonwhite224 11 місяців тому +27

    What a wonderful conversation. “The mind refuses idleness. If it is not distracted by other things it will consider itself. At some point we have to set aside entertainments, even the listening of good music, the reading of good literature, and even of holy books. All of that has to be set aside, and that moment of stillness experienced, so that the mind can reflect on itself.”

  • @joeski6952
    @joeski6952 Місяць тому +1

    I absolutely LOVE this! As a new pipe smoker, and a young man. I just am so drawn to this! Thank you Dr, and Richard!!

  • @junauralojipan3062
    @junauralojipan3062 29 днів тому

    I had the pleasure of meeting Richard and the rest of his staff when I visited the gatlin burlier last July. It is an awesome shop. Looking forward to stopping by the shop next time I am in TN👍

  • @px2762
    @px2762 11 місяців тому +16

    This interview is a sterling example of the gift of this channel
    I do hope that more of these are planned as we need this

  • @rl6319
    @rl6319 2 місяці тому +1

    My birthday is July 1, 1963 met Richard two weeks ago when I went to the Gatlin burlier he’s such a nice guy

  • @NJT1013
    @NJT1013 11 місяців тому +14

    I met Richard by chance, one fine day in 2022. I was on vacation and wandered into the Gatlinburlier store, thinking it was a cigar store. Well, I was wrong. I had a long and very fun conversation with Richard and because of him I began smoking a pipe as well. I would love to listen to you gentlemen for 2 hours or more and will definitely have plenty to discuss next time I see Richard.

  • @FriendscallmeCoop
    @FriendscallmeCoop 2 місяці тому +1

    I had the pleasure of meeting Richard while in Gatlinburg last fall. He is a wealth of knowledge and conversation and very happy to help with any questions especially surrounding pipes or which tobacco blends appeal to those of various tastes. I hope to go back to his shop sometime soon and it’s funny how it’s tied back to my recent stumbling upon this fantastic channel.

  • @captainnibby
    @captainnibby 8 місяців тому +4

    Man, I love this guy- as a pagan, I can say he makes Christianity seem so relatable. Wish I had pastors like that growing up...

  • @CMDR-Cody
    @CMDR-Cody 10 місяців тому +6

    This was so great Alan Richard is a gem. Next time I am in Gatlinburg I'll have to stop over at his shop. On another note as an Orthodox Christian myself I have to say that the surge of Orthodoxy in the South and Appalachia over the last few decade is amazing.

    • @patrick9876
      @patrick9876 6 місяців тому

      I’ve noticed that it’s only picked up since I converted in 2020. Glory be to God in the Highest!

  • @ers1026
    @ers1026 12 днів тому

    A lovely conversation. I am stepping back into the world of pipe smoking after close on to 20 years since my last. Today, I acquired a tin of EMP and am excited to give it a whirl while I give my thoughts and thankful ponderings on God more careful attention.

  • @BillKeechPiperRacingPhotog
    @BillKeechPiperRacingPhotog 11 місяців тому +13

    His store is on my bucket list

  • @MarkGoesHiking
    @MarkGoesHiking 11 місяців тому +24

    7 minutes in and it is clear this conversation will be a blessing to listen in on. Thanks for posting this…now back to listening 🍻 Wow, just finished and wrote down several items to reflect upon. Simply beautiful! Thank you! On another note, I will be keeping you in prayer over the next 11 days of final preparation for reception into full communion with the Church. Praise Jesus!

    • @Kitiwake
      @Kitiwake 11 місяців тому

      Hey!!!!
      Way to go!

  • @_SicParvisMagna_
    @_SicParvisMagna_ 11 місяців тому +17

    24:34-27:03 you can see how Richard is deeply searching his soul and the things he must be reflecting on that have occurred throughout his own life and that of the world. I truly felt I've just got a glimps of his soul. It would be a real treat to see another video of you two together. In the meantime, I'll be going over to his channel to see what wisdom is on offer. Thank you, Alan!

  • @londoncallingwithsimon6817
    @londoncallingwithsimon6817 11 місяців тому +7

    Fantastic to listen to two pipemen strong in their faith and strong in character. Have a blessed weekend.

  • @rhywe
    @rhywe 11 місяців тому +7

    I’ve visited the Gatlinburlier many times and conversed with Mr. Richard. Used to be an annual family tradition to visit Gatlinburg TN in the winter months, before COVID. COVID has thrown a wrench in that tradition, taking a very important, loved, and missed family member from us as well as a matriarch who used to join us is getting on up there in age now and is not as able, we haven’t made it back since. Look forward to getting back to the Gatlinburlier as soon as I can get the family together and go again.

  • @SmokyMountainTech
    @SmokyMountainTech 11 місяців тому +5

    Enjoyed this conversation while enjoying a pipe I got the last time I was at the Burlier earlier this year. There are few stores this welcoming and full of goodies… and even fewer men like Richard.

  • @Stechino
    @Stechino 4 місяці тому +1

    Just found this Gem of a channel! God bless you!

  • @mr.sherlockholmes6130
    @mr.sherlockholmes6130 4 місяці тому +2

    My daughter picked me some tobacco from the shop their in Gatlinburg it was delicious. I love This channel so great and I have a olive wood pipe also they smoke great . A different taste from Briar , smokes wonderful. I plan on joining the channel soon . Keep up the great work Allan .

  • @sarahburke8955
    @sarahburke8955 11 місяців тому +6

    This is one of the most edifying and interesting conversations ever shared on the internet. Thank you so much for sharing this.

  • @TheOldGuyPipesBillRomansky-s9d
    @TheOldGuyPipesBillRomansky-s9d Місяць тому

    Gentlemen, your amazing conversation on this vid encouraged me the pick up Kahlil Gibran's "The Prophet", a gift from my sister, and begin reading again, just as my own beloved and departed mother would read this book to me when I was a lad, and which I have not been able to concentrate to do, reading that is, since a grievous brain injury.
    As one pipe smoker to another, thank you both, and God bless you.

  • @nickbrackett9023
    @nickbrackett9023 7 місяців тому +1

    My man in the denim sounds like Mr. Candy from Django Unchained 😅 love it, God bless y'all ✌️

  • @BronzeFury
    @BronzeFury 11 місяців тому +3

    The Gatlinburlier is my favorite pipe shop. Their pipe tobacco is awesome. Richard is a great guy.

  • @kentoxford4554
    @kentoxford4554 Місяць тому

    I absolutely love this video! Thank-you for putting this out into the world.

  • @ostekuste3646
    @ostekuste3646 9 місяців тому +4

    That gentleman right there sold me my first pipe over ten years ago. As a bonus the wonderful conversation was free of charge.

  • @timrichardson4018
    @timrichardson4018 11 місяців тому +8

    Oh goodness! Lectio Divina is truly something! Not every time I read scripture but fairly regularly I read and feel like the Holy Spirit tells me to read slowly. When I do, a word or phrase jumps out at me, or I sense a deeper significance to what I'm reading that I have not noticed before. Then I stop and ponder, let my mind wander over it. And invariably epiphanies begin occurring to me and I come away with a deeper understanding or appreciation of what I'm reading.

  • @derekabrams2068
    @derekabrams2068 11 місяців тому +6

    Thank you for sharing this. I've known Richard for quite some time and think the world of him. He sold me my first expensive pipe and I still have it and cherish it. I could set for hours and listen to him.

  • @David-im1rz
    @David-im1rz 11 місяців тому +5

    This is an awesome conversation. I live like an hour away from his shop I need to go visit sometime!

  • @edwardwnewland
    @edwardwnewland 11 місяців тому +4

    This interview with Richard is such a blessing

  • @paddypiper
    @paddypiper 11 місяців тому +8

    What a great episode!!!! More Richard and Alan vids please!

  • @jordonhodges8493
    @jordonhodges8493 11 місяців тому +13

    something the orthodox have impeccably? Style, my goodness orthodox priests all look otherworldly and astute. I wish this had gone on for 4 hours!

  • @SouthAlabamaPiper
    @SouthAlabamaPiper 11 місяців тому +3

    Mr.Alan thank you for bringing us with you to visit with Mr. Richard. I enjoyed the stimulating conversation, I could listen for hours…

  • @jefflowry4896
    @jefflowry4896 11 місяців тому +2

    Thank you, Allen, for making the trip to Gatlinburg and for sharing your time with Richa with us ! You could have made the journey, had your time with Riczrd, not brought your video equipment and we would have been none the wiser.
    That would have been well within your right to do. You realize that there are people out there who would love to spend timenwith Richard but for a.myriad of reasons will not be able to do so. If everyone was able to do so it would make it hard for Richard to Richard to run the shop. Richard is a gem and a fount of knowledge. Thank you to both of you for being willing to participate in si h a public mznner.

  • @redacted5406
    @redacted5406 11 місяців тому +6

    Thank you for the exceptional conversation. It is refreshing to listen to the wisdom and good humor of genuine and cultured men. Richard’s presence comes across as larger than life and fascinating. Thank you for introducing him to us.

  • @priestofpartagas
    @priestofpartagas 11 місяців тому +7

    Such a riveting conversation! Thanks for sharing this special momento of Americana. Happy All Saints Day, Gentlemen!

  • @GMHD777
    @GMHD777 7 місяців тому +1

    Amazing accents, amazing pipes and even better stories.

  • @SilverVoxMusic
    @SilverVoxMusic 11 місяців тому +4

    A real treasure of a man, could listen to the two of you for hours. Thank you Alan for bringing this to us.

  • @SmokyCatholic
    @SmokyCatholic 11 місяців тому +2

    A regular visitor to the Smokies, but I never knew of this shop. I will be stopping in next time I visit!

  • @Beardedfurflinger
    @Beardedfurflinger 11 місяців тому +4

    To souls sharing the wisdom of time & thoughts on life,Richard is a man of gentle yet provoking thoughts,both in his mannerisms & dress,reminder of slower times gone by,blessings to the both of you 🙏

  • @cherrepository5787
    @cherrepository5787 11 місяців тому +6

    That elder is extraordinary! What a thought provoking, stimulating conversation. Alan, hope you’ll visit (on video) with Richard again.

  • @DavidDoss-p4r
    @DavidDoss-p4r 11 місяців тому +4

    Dang Alan, that was a great video. I can say that I enjoyed every minute of it. It was very thought provoking. Please do more videos with Richard.

  • @VadeRetroSatanaPAX
    @VadeRetroSatanaPAX 11 місяців тому +2

    A great conversation between these two gentleman. Dr. Alan, I could listen to you and your guests talk for hours.

  • @edspencer7121
    @edspencer7121 3 місяці тому

    Allen, this video happened across my algorithm. What an introspective and deep collaborative interview you had with Richard.
    I have recently taken to pipe smoking and enjoy it!
    I've subbed your channel and 👍
    God bless and Peace be with you.

  • @tjk187
    @tjk187 11 місяців тому +2

    The best 38 minutes I've spent on UA-cam. Great video. Always a pleasure listening to both of you gentlemen.

  • @creatoroftheboundlessuniverse
    @creatoroftheboundlessuniverse 11 місяців тому +3

    Greetings,
    I am so glad you did go almost 40 mins. on this video! Very enlightening and introspective content much needed in these times. It is good to hear and see the numerous intellectual and good spirited people that you are likely to come across in our travels on the journey with pipe-smoking. It reminds us that we all have a Divine Purpose and Duty and that our elders should be valued for the Wisdom and Knowledge they have acquired throughout their lifetime! In fact it could be warranted to do a Part 2 to this! Thank you Alan and Richard for the dialogue and fellowship displayed in your interaction together! Peace and Blessings!!!

  • @ArmenChakmakian
    @ArmenChakmakian 11 місяців тому +3

    Listened to this driving home from teaching at a music academy with Navy Flake in my pipe. Thank you for keeping me company on my way home! Happy All Saints Day!

  • @microstrader
    @microstrader 11 місяців тому +2

    The guttural groan of wisdom from Richard followed by HeH-HeH-HeH Of Alan..... love this.

  • @hawkeyepiper7636
    @hawkeyepiper7636 10 місяців тому +5

    Finally had time to watch this interview, having put it on a holding pattern since it was over 30min long; I wished for more, once I had watch it. So interesting! Loved it! Thank you, Alan & Richard

  • @mmattb
    @mmattb 11 місяців тому +2

    Lol "it smokes much better than a dadaistic pipe" 😂 I want to hang out with these guys and my Savinelli.

    • @thedreadtyger
      @thedreadtyger 10 місяців тому

      i thought that joke had got lost. i'm very glad you found it.

  • @jeffreyrobinson3555
    @jeffreyrobinson3555 10 місяців тому +3

    To reflect I what I read, a most beautiful thought, I express it as the ‘ a pipe gives a wise man time to think, and a fool something to stick in his mouth’
    Im 66 years old, been smoking a pipe since I was nineteen
    I hope before I die that I figure out which one I am

    • @thedreadtyger
      @thedreadtyger 10 місяців тому +1

      jeff, if you've worried about it you're probably not a fool.

  • @L.H.Oswald
    @L.H.Oswald 6 місяців тому +1

    I'm from Connecticut grew up in the tobacco valley worked shade tobacco and my first job out of high-school was at a tobaccanist. I was always a pipe smoker and I am fondly reminded of the many great intellectual conversations I was privileged to hear. Great content

  • @alphacharlietango969
    @alphacharlietango969 11 місяців тому +3

    An amazing conversation. Thanks Alan.
    St. Martin of Tours, November 11th

  • @alejandrokhan3815
    @alejandrokhan3815 11 місяців тому +2

    As a lapsed Orthodox and lapsed pipe smoker I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this

  • @cgs-nu9zf
    @cgs-nu9zf 11 місяців тому +1

    Nothing like a good ole philosophical smoke session. These are when the mind can exercise and rest all at the same time.

  • @kevinlifespositive8290
    @kevinlifespositive8290 Місяць тому

    Had the pleasure of very briefly meeting Mr. Richard and Michael at the gatlinburlier whilst buying a celebratory pipe. Michael helped me select a stefano santambrogio. I appreciated the atmosphere and look forward to visiting again. I would very much appreciate a conversation about the things of God with these gentleman.

  • @shaunsaega
    @shaunsaega 7 місяців тому

    What an insightful man Richard is. God bless both of you; this was a treat!

  • @vancerobinson4116
    @vancerobinson4116 11 місяців тому +2

    What a great segment this has been. Thank you both!

  • @codywhite
    @codywhite Місяць тому

    Wow.. this is the type of content that I wish was pushed and algorithmically enhanced online more, so thank you very much for this little slice of insight, education and pipe smoking content. Thank you Sir. I just subscribed, and looking forward to more. Cheers!

  • @garywooden6730
    @garywooden6730 11 місяців тому +2

    Probably my favorite video that you have made. Would that we all could have such conversations among ourselves.

  • @winston1704
    @winston1704 11 місяців тому +1

    Wonderful to hear about your confirmation! So happy!

  • @Wanderingsamurai_life
    @Wanderingsamurai_life 11 місяців тому +1

    I cannot thank you gentlemen enough for this conversation

  • @albon5468
    @albon5468 11 місяців тому +2

    Praying for you and your family on Nov 12 Dr Harrelson! Congratulations on joining the Catholic Church! So happy for you! Welcome aboard!

  • @HerrFreshness
    @HerrFreshness 11 місяців тому +2

    I could listen to these guys for hours

    • @HerrFreshness
      @HerrFreshness 11 місяців тому +1

      They should start a podcast

  • @LukePeppers
    @LukePeppers 2 місяці тому

    Great video and chat ti listen in on.

  • @steveauvenshine8190
    @steveauvenshine8190 5 місяців тому

    Loved this conversation. As a fellow Kentuckian I shall be visiting this shop. Thank you Alan for your channel.

  • @joemills2695
    @joemills2695 11 місяців тому +1

    I absolutely enjoyed this! You gentlemen gave me fuel for thought. Thank you!

  • @jasonbecker4997
    @jasonbecker4997 7 місяців тому

    I’m glad I stuck around long enough to hear his reaction to it doesn’t look like a vape shop.
    That gave me a good laugh!

  • @frogmorepipester7490
    @frogmorepipester7490 10 місяців тому

    Mr. Richard has been a major part of my pipe smoking journey since 1991. Cheers from the South Carolina Lowcountry

  • @MrBassTV
    @MrBassTV 7 місяців тому

    This guy is a treasure!

  • @realestateunplugged6129
    @realestateunplugged6129 7 місяців тому

    Great guest and show gentlemen. Much to reflect on.

  • @armchairpiper
    @armchairpiper 11 місяців тому +1

    Good video, Alan. I had the privilege to met Richard last month. What a man. Ed

  • @JWZelch
    @JWZelch 7 місяців тому

    The Gatlinburlier was the very first tobacco and pipe shop I ever entered. I can’t help thinking I am not alone with that experience.

  • @georgidqm
    @georgidqm 6 місяців тому

    I absolutely enjoyed this video beyond what I could have hoped for! Thank you so much for this! I come from Bulgaria originally and my school went from 1st grade to 8th while also having Orthodox Christian church nearby so that clicked with me in a great way and the more I listened the more I found myself surrounded by truth. I have been living in Georgia most of my life now and would love to visit the shop sometime soon!

  • @marklansaw
    @marklansaw 6 місяців тому

    what a wonderful post on pipes and christian theology/very appreciated

  • @guywaggiemusic
    @guywaggiemusic 11 місяців тому +1

    So I just went to Gatlinburg for the first time ever, and happened to stumble into the GatlinBurlier...this place is awesome, and reignited my interest to get back into enjoying my pipe. Come October time frame, I plan on being a regular...the Cades Cove Cavendish is a treat.

  • @pipe_appeal
    @pipe_appeal 11 місяців тому +1

    Another home run, Alan! What a blessing to witness! I only wish I could have been there to share a bowl with you Gentlemen! Keep these videos coming, Brother!

  • @tntpfs
    @tntpfs 8 місяців тому

    I'm a new pipe smoker, as of yesterday, and actually subbed to your channel before I even smoked my first bowl. I was also born July1, but 1973 (50 now). God Bless!

  • @tonypaquet4123
    @tonypaquet4123 10 місяців тому

    What a moment of greatness. Thanks from Quebec.

  • @WizardPiper
    @WizardPiper 9 місяців тому

    I could sit and listen to these two gentlemen all day.

  • @marklansaw
    @marklansaw 6 місяців тому

    I love your posts and your southern accent. I live in Ohio but most of my family is from hazard in breathit county.

  • @lisafahlstrom4410
    @lisafahlstrom4410 6 місяців тому

    Gaitlin burlier my favorite Cades cove cavendish. All the tobaccos are great.

  • @elimckinley3940
    @elimckinley3940 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you both for an informative and reflective video! Such knowledge is refreshing in such a stagnant society that we exist in today! Please bring us more!
    I have visited the shop in Gatlinburg and purchased some excellent blends! Splendid establishment!

  • @KenseiSwords
    @KenseiSwords 11 місяців тому

    Had the pleasure of meeting Rick this summer while visiting Gatlinburg from Canada. Absolutely eloquent gentleman, so refreshing to smoke my pipe at a pipe shop.

  • @ArmenChakmakian
    @ArmenChakmakian 11 місяців тому +1

    19:55 what a treasure to see the moment that Dr. Harrelson learns of Lectio Divina!

  • @Jerexify88
    @Jerexify88 11 місяців тому +1

    I grew up so close to there, in Knoxville, and I never made it to the Gatlinburlier, and man I'm bummed about that. I want to move back to that area so bad.

  • @redraiderreloading7612
    @redraiderreloading7612 11 місяців тому +1

    I would be happy to pay for your gas for more trips and videos with this man.
    What a wonderful video. I had a grin on my face the whole time.
    I would love to visit his shop and listen to YALLS wisdom.

  • @christianmondragon7006
    @christianmondragon7006 11 місяців тому +1

    I saw mindful practice and thought “o no here’s some new age stuff” and then y’all started talking about being heroic saints and I smiled

  • @zoobee
    @zoobee 7 місяців тому

    what an extraordinary gentleman

  • @jacob4047
    @jacob4047 7 місяців тому

    40 minutes wasn't enough. This was great!

  • @MrCrchandler
    @MrCrchandler 7 місяців тому

    Magnificent conversation to which to be an eavesdropper.

  • @richardchartier3023
    @richardchartier3023 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for that point in reflection on the part of reading that appeals to me.

  • @NAVIETVET72
    @NAVIETVET72 11 місяців тому

    Of all the guests you have had on your UA-cam channel Malcolm Suite and Richard have been extremely encouraging and full of information that provokes meditative thought. Thank you now, I understand why I smoke a pipe

  • @mythicalhistory
    @mythicalhistory 9 місяців тому

    I've always enjoyed the videos you both produce and having you in one video is a treat. Thanks for taking the time to share. Inspiring.