Further religions and spiritual beliefs Books
Peter Lang AG Eros and the Pearl: The Yezidi Cosmogonic Myth at
Book SynopsisEros and the Pearl is the first monograph devoted to the Yezidi cosmogonic myth. It is based on the author’s field research among the Yezidi people in Iraq, Turkey, Georgia, and Armenia. The author focuses on the analysis of the cosmogonic motif of Pearl and Love and, referring to various source materials, traces the presence of analogous threads in other religious traditions, esp. Yarsanism, Mandaeism, Manichaeism, Zoroastrianism, Hinduism, as well as the Greek philosophical concepts of Eros and the primordial One that influenced Gnosticism, Hermeticism, Early Christianity, and Sufism. Demonstrating the complexity of the Yezidi tradition, the author also points to Harranian ‘Sabians’ as those who may have contributed to its beliefs at the beginning of the formation of the Yezidi religion.Table of ContentsYezidi traditions – Yarsanism – Mandaeism – Manichaeism – Zoroastrianism – Hinduism – Gnosticism – Hermeticism – Early Christianity – Sufism – Harranian ‘Sabianism’
£54.90
Austrian Academy of Sciences Press The Symbiosis of Buddhism with
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£38.00
Vandenhoeck & Ruprecht Den Tod begreifen Neue Wege in der
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£35.10
Editon Synapse The World's Congress of Religions: The Addresses
Book SynopsisThese are the original records of the First Congress of Religions, an epoch-making event in the history of religions. Organized by the Parliament of Religions to coincide with the World Columbian Exposition in Chicago, it provided the very first encounter of Asian religions with the West. Reprinted here is the full record of the Congress published by the Official Publishers of the World’s Columbian Exposition Catalogue in 1893. It includes nearly 150 black-and-white pictures.Table of ContentsA New Testament Woman. A Religion of Facts Christianity. America’s Duty to China. Argument for God. Argument for Immortality. Being of God. Belief and Ceremonies of Zoroaster. Bible; What it has taught. Buddhism. Buddhism and Christianity. Buddhism, As it Exists in Siam.Buddhism, Man’s Relation to God.Buddhism, What it has done in Japan. Catholic Church and Scriptures. Catholic Church, Relation to Poor. Certainties of Religion. Character and Degree of the Inspiration of Scriptures. Christ the Unifier of Mankind. Christianity and Evolution. Christianity and Negro.Christianity and the Social Question. Christianity as a Social Force. Christianity as Interpreted by Literature. Church and Labor. Comparative Study of the World’s Religions. Concessions to Native Religions, ldea, Having Special Reference to Hinduism. Confucianism. Cooperation of Women and Men. Crime and the Remedy. Elements of Universal Religion. End of Parliament. Errors About Jews.Essentials of Religion. Evangelism in America. Extracts from Koran. Faiths, Harmonies and Distinctions in the Theistic Teachings of the Various Historic. Genesis and Development of Confucianism. Greek Philosophy and the Christian Religion. Grounds of Sympathy and Fraternity. Hinduism. Hinduism as a Religion. Importance of the Study of Comparative Religions. Incarnation Idea in History and in Jesus Christ. Incarnation of God in Christ. Influence of Ancient Egyptian Religions, on Other Religions. Influence of Religion on Women.Influence of the Hebrew Scriptures. International Arbitration. International Justice and Amity. Japan, Christianity, its Present Condition and Prospects. Law of Cause and Effect Taught by Buddha. Letter From Somerset, Lady Henry. Man From a Christian Point of View. Man’s Plaee in Nature. Marriage Bond, The Catholic Church and Mohammedanism and Christianity, Points of Contact. Moral Evidence of Existence God. Music, Emotion and Morals. Need of a Wider Conception of Revelation. Needs of Humanity Supplied by Catholic Church. North American, Religion of Indians. Only Possible Method of Religious Unification.Opening of Parliament. Orthodox Greek Church. Plea for Toleration. Practical Service of the Science of Religions to the Cause of Religious Unity. Prize Essay Confucianism.Rational Demonstration of the Being of God. Reconciliation, Vital Not Vicarious. Relation Between Anglican Church and Church of First Agos.Relation Between Religion and Conduct.Religio Scientiae. Religion and Criminal and Erring Claeses.Religion and the Love of Mankind. Religion and Wealth. Religion Essentially Characteristic of Humanity. Religion of Pekin. Religion of the World. Religions, What the Dead Have Bequeathed to the Living.Religious as Distinguished From Moral Life. Religious Duty to Negro. Religious Mission of the English Speaking Nations. Religious State of Germany. Rest Day, The Divine Element in Weekly. Sacred Books of the World as Literature. Saviour of the World Christ. Science of Religion, Aid to, From Philosophy. Scriptures, Truthfulness of Scriptures. Scriptures, What they have Taught Scriptures. Shintoism. Soul and its Future Life. Spirit and Mission of the Apostolic Church of Armenia.Spiritual Forces in Human Progress. Study of Comparative Theology. Supreme End and Office of Religion. Swedenborg and the Harmony of Religions. The Catholic Church and Negro Race. The Civic Church. The Contact of Christian and Hindu Thought. The Essential Oneness of Ethical Ideas, Among all Men. The Ethics and History of Jaina. The Influence of Social Condition. The Message of Christianity to Other Religions. The Present Outlook of Religions. The Principles of Brahmo-Somaj. The Relation of Historic and its Future Judaism. The Religious Intent. The Religious Training of Children. The Reunion of Christendom. The Social Office of Religious Feeling. The Spiritual Ideas of Buddha Brahmo-Somaj. The Sympathy of Religions. The Ultimate Religion. The Voice of the Mother of Religions on Social Question. The Work of Social reform in India. The World’s Debt to Buddha. Theology of Judaism. The Outlook for Judaism.What Christianity has Wrought for America.Woman and the Pulpit. Women of India. What Judaism has done for Woman. World’s Debt to America.
£351.50
Texnai Inc. A Spiritual Blueprint for Humanity
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£15.00
Motilal Banarsidass, Pahlavi Texts
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£9.59
Motilal Banarsidass, A Comparative Study of Religions
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£14.99
Motilal Banarsidass, A Comparative Study of Religions
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£10.49
Motilal Banarsidass, Harmony of Religion: Vedanta Siddhanta Samarasam
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£6.29
Motilal Banarsidass, Foundations of Living Faiths: v.1: Introduction
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£26.99
Motilal Banarsidass, The Ascent, The
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£7.19
Motilal Banarsidass, The Mystery of Art
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£8.99
Motilal Banarsidass, Sawai Singh and His Astronomy
Book SynopsisSawai Jai Singh, an 18th-century Indian statesman astronomer, created precise masonry instruments for astronomical observations, built observatories, and sent a scientific mission to Europe. He chose naked-eye instruments over telescopes for their accuracy in measuring time and angles.
£23.62
Motilal Banarsidass, Life Surrendered in God: Philosophy and Practices
Book SynopsisKriyas and yoga contribute to wellness and spiritual growth. The book offers lifestyle guidelines, meditation techniques, and guru lineage info in the appendix.
£15.19
Munshiram Manoharlal Publishers Indian Religious Historiography
Book SynopsisIn the present volume which deals with the studies on the religious systems of ancient India the term historiography has been used to denote the history of researches on various systems both in its heuristic and interpretative aspects.
£23.75
Orient Paperbacks Indian Religious Thoughts
Book SynopsisFeatures essays that trace the evolution and development of the pluralistic Indian religious tradition.
£8.40
D.K. Print World Ltd The Oral Tradition: Vedic, Buddhist and Jain
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£31.49
Cosmo Publications Encyclopaedia of Faiths and Folklore: National
Book SynopsisA dictionary of national beliefs, superstitions and popular customs. A dictionary of national beliefs, superstitions and popular customs.
£74.99
Sri Satguru Publications Yantras, The
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£7.19
Sri Satguru Publications Mahayanasutralankara of Asanga: Study in
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£11.24
Sri Satguru Publications Ritual of Battle: Krishna in the Mahabharata
Book SynopsisThis book is a study of India's great epic, the Mahabharata, against the background of Indo European myth, epic, and ritual.
£12.71
Orient Paperbacks Introduction to Vedanta
Book SynopsisLife's pursuit of temporary pleasures leads to dissatisfaction. Vedanta teaches that true nature is completeness and liberation from limitations is possible through understanding one's absolute nature. Efforts for security and pleasure are misdirected. True freedom lies in realizing one's true nature as absolute.
£11.63
Jaico Publishing House Krishna: The Man & His Philosophy
Book SynopsisOsho inspires millions globally with a self-directed spirituality approach blending Eastern wisdom and Western science. Named by Sunday Times as a top maker of the 20th century, he's been dubbed "the most dangerous man since Jesus Christ" by novelist Tom Robbins.
£16.62
Islamic Book Service Milestones
Book SynopsisThis is the way it has always been throughout history: Adam to Nuh, Ibrahrim, Musa, Isa, and Muahmmad (peace be upon them). It will happen to anyone who wants to stand up and proclaim the true message of Islam to the world.
£10.78
Sandeep Prakashan Mind and Mental States in the Dhammapada and the
Book SynopsisThe Bhagavadgita talks of a Sthitadhir and focuses on Moksa or liberation. Similarly, Buddhism talks of Nirvana through the development of mind and pure consciousness. The book addresses the question of how the mind works in relation to different types of consiousness and personality in achieving Nirvana or Moksa.
£22.12
Sandeep Prakashan The Indonesian Brahmandapurna: Translated from
Book SynopsisPreface, pronunciation guide, Balinese letters chart. Introduction on Indonesia-India cultural links, impact of Sanskrit literature, Kawi text of Brahmandapurana with English translation covering creation, lineage, continents, and more. Original Kawi text inspired by Sanskrit sources.
£65.99
Pilgrims Publishing Diary of a Tantric Priestess
Book SynopsisA present-day tantric shares her experiences and insights on Tantra, exploring its application in the modern world. Through her story, Claire Marie Bailey explains how practicing Tantra has positively impacted her life, inspiring readers to delve deeper into this mystical art.
£12.50
Pilgrims Publishing The Sadhs
Book SynopsisRare antique book from 1935 by Bharatiya Vidya Prakashan, 130 pgs, 5.00*7.25 size, English. Readable condition, hardcover with loose binding, pin holes. Can rebind in leather for $25.
£5.22
New Age Books The Mystique of Om
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£11.24
Wisdom Tree Kurukshetra: Timeless Sanctity
Book SynopsisKurukshetraa city where history blends the legend...a city of myths, great battles, and even greater empires...a city that lent canvas to the epic Mahabharata and bore the song celestial, the Bhagavad Gita...a city that eulogises the glory of the primordial river, Saraswati... ...a city no spiritual seeker would pass up on. Tracing the inviolable sanctity of this timeless city, Kurukshetra: Timeless Sanctity explores Kurukshetra as a metaphor, a leitmotif of Indian spirituality and mysticism, and as a confluence of profound streams of faiths as divergent yet concurrent as Buddhism, Sufism and Hinduism, while recounting its story through the lives of warriors and kings, prophets and poets, saints, savants and freedom fighters who have shaped its history.
£18.71
Akansha Publishing Religious Revitalisation Movement in Manipur
Book SynopsisConflict between Hinduism and Sanamahism in Manipur emerged in the early 20th century, leading to ideological and religious clashes. This ongoing struggle reflects a new phenomenon in Manipur's history.
£8.25
Sandeep Prakashan Researches in Indian Archaeology, Art,
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£134.99
Low Price Publications Religions of India
Book SynopsisHistoric book with typos, missing text. Religions rose due to unsatisfactory Brahmanical theology. Claim to continue past, based on Veda but differ. Draw from Veda for formulae, legends, doctrines.
£8.79
Sri Sathya Sai Towers Pvt Ltd Source of the Dream
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£5.71
Aravali Books International Gods of High Hills
Book SynopsisWith reference to Mandi in Himachal Pradesh.
£44.99
Winsome Books India Sacred Tales of India
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£6.38
Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Diosas. Mitos en primera persona Goddesses Myths in the First Person
£20.53
Pontificio Istituto Biblico Quranic Concepts of Umme and it's Functions for
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£26.99
Brill Brill's Encyclopedia of the Religions of the
Book SynopsisBrill’s Encyclopedia of the Religions of the Indigenous People of South Asia Online strives to reflect the diversity of indigenous cultures of South Asia with its many language groups and religious traditions. Religion is taken in a broad sense and includes aspects of morality, symbolism, identity formation, environmental concerns, and art. The approach is contemporary and not a reconstruction of an anterior state, though this does not exclude talking about historical processes.
£379.05
Amsterdam University Press Ecstatic Encounters: Bahian Candomblé and the
Book SynopsisEcstatic Encounters takes its readers to the threshold of Candomblé temples in Bahia, Brazil, where – for many generations -- members of this spirit-possession cult and curious outsiders have been meeting to marvel at each other’s otherness. Having allowed himself to be baffled by Candomblé’s mysteries and miracle productions, the author explores the notion of ‘the-rest-of-what-is’: the excess that is the inevitable by-product of all reality definitions; the non-sensical that is the surplus of all culturally informed sense-making. Ethnographical insights in Afro-Brazilian mysticism are thus made to speak to anthropological forms of world-making, in a study that rejects the totalizing pretensions of all reality definitions, emphatically including those of academia. The theoretical importance of this book lies in its critical assessment of the constructivist paradigm that long dominates cultural and social anthropology. Adopting the Lacanian premise that the meaningful worlds we inhabit are lacking, and depend on fantasy and make-belief to be perceived as coherent, persuasive and incontestable, this study argues that the analysis of cultural forms should always include an exploration of the processes of cultural enchantment that endow man-made worlds of meaning with a sense of the really real.Ecstatic Encounters is written in an accessible, engaging, literary style. Philosophical issues are taken out on the streets, to be pondered in the face of everyday life; just as mundane dimensions of being are allowed to soil the conventional proprieties of academic text production.Trade Review"Thriving in the gap between the sensuous fullness of life and the impossibility of its cultural representation, Ecstatic Encounters opens mind-blowing vistas for 'writing culture' in anthropology today."— Birgit Meyer, VU University Amsterdam. "This is a daring, beautiful book. Van de Port is an exceptional writer. But by praising his literary skill, I do not mean to imply that this is one more experimental, confessional,embarrassing autoethnography. Van de Port plays tricks with the ethnographic genre, but this vertiginous rollercoaster is not a hollow facade; it is full of content. This study is one of the more theoretically complex, and original contributions to Candombl´e and Bahia ever written." -- Roger Sansi Roca, Universitat de Barcelona/Goldsmiths University of London in Journal of Latin American and Caribbean Anthropology "Ecstatic Encounters is not the usual in-depth, anthropologist-becomes-initiate type of study, and in this sense it makes for a refreshing change. It constitutes more of a cultural history drawn through a series of essays that tangentially explore the theme of Candomblé in the public sphere. [=] the strength of Ecstatic Encounters is not so much as a convincing ethnographic detailing of other lives and worlds, but as a meditation on representation as a form of world-making and the limits of human meaning making." - Maya Mayblin, Anthropology of This Century JournalTable of ContentsContents - 6 Preface - 8 Introduction - 12 1 On Immersion - 48 2 Mysteries are Invisible - 70 3 Re-encoding the Primitive - 100 4 Abstracting Candomblé - 128 5 Allegorical Worlds - 160 6 Bafflement Politics - 184 7 The Permeable Boundary - 216 Conclusions - 250 Notes - 264 Bibliography - 274 Index - 296
£60.24
Rangjung Yeshe Publications,Nepal Advice from the Lotus-Born: A Collection of Padmasambhava's Advice to the Dakini Yeshe Tsogyal and Other Close Disciples
Book Synopsis Don’t mistake mere words to be the meaning of the teachings. Mingle the practice with your own being and attain liberation from samsara right now.” PadmasambhavaPadmasambhava is the primary master of Vajrayana, the teachings for our time. Out of his great compassion and wisdom, he instructed his main disciple Yeshe Tsogyal to conceal terma treasures to be revealed at the destined time for future practitioners. The profundity of this advice is meant to be personally applied by all individuals in all circumstances. It is a classic work, which contains valid truth for anyone who sincerely wants to follow a spiritual path.The chief compiler of Padmasambhava’s teachings was Yeshe Tsogyal, an emanation of a female Buddha. There may be some people who believe that only men can attain enlightenment, but her life is proof to the opposite. The awakened state of mind is neither male or female.” Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche, from Introductory Teachings
£15.19
University of the West Indies Press Leonard Percival Howell and the Genesis of
Book Synopsis“The contributors to this volume have found the language and concepts by which to interpret Leonard Howell and the origins of the Rastafari movement in the 1930s. This volume is richly documented from the archives, and from interviews, and is informed by multidisciplinary methods, so the reader is treated to an authoritative and comprehensive collection of essays. “Leonard Howell was persecuted over five decades by the British colonial state and by Jamaican governments since independence in 1962. It is in this context that Howell defined the main tenets of the movement, a movement that has now spread globally. All the major themes of his thinking, such as African redemption, the divinity of Haile Selassie, repatriation, and the struggle for freedom and self-reliance are discussed. Howell challenged British colonialism and Jamaican elites in a very different way from the approaches used by the middle-class intelligentsia. He focused, rather, on a new way of seeing God, King and self, thus creating an alternative way of being in the world. Developing Marcus Garvey’s focus on Africa, Leonard Howell and his followers reclaimed their ancestral identity from the dehumanized condition left by British slavery and colonialism. Howell’s communal settlement on ‘Pinnacle’ was an alternative communal space for Rastafari artisans, musicians and peasant farmers.”—Rupert Lewis, Professor Emeritus, Department of Government, University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica
£28.46
Inner Traditions Bear and Company Navigating Liminal Realms
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£14.24
