Religion Books
Llewellyn Publications,U.S. The Demonology of King James
Book SynopsisChronicles King James' obsession with demons, their alleged attempts on his life, and the first recorded witch trials. This title offers a knowledgeable and sympathetic look at the details of the magick and witchcraft of the period. It features historical woodcut illustrations and includes the old English text in its entirety.
£16.80
Crossway Books ESV Student Study Bible TruTone Chestnut
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£28.04
Rockridge Press The Beginner's Bible Study Guide: An Introduction
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£11.69
Muddy Pearl The Lord of the Ring: A Journey in Search of
Book SynopsisJoin pilot and author Phil Anderson of the 24-7 Prayer movement on an unforgettable aerial road trip, as a modern-day group of friends race to uncover the history of Zinzendorf and re-establish the Order of the Mustard Seed as a pattern for authentic, relational, missional discipleship in the twenty-first century.
£12.34
Transcripture International Die Bibel Zweisprachig Deutsch Spanisch
£52.20
Zondervan Emotionally Healthy Discipleship
Book SynopsisThe global church is facing a discipleship crisis. Here is how we move forward.Pastors and church leaders want to see lives changed by the gospel. They work tirelessly to care for people, initiate new ministries, preach creatively, and keep up with trends. Sadly, much of this effort does not result in deeply changed disciples.Traditional discipleship strategies fail because they do not: Slow down people''s lives so they can cultivate a deep, personal relationship with Jesus. Challenge the values of Western culture that have compromised the radical call to follow the crucified Jesus. Integrate sadness, loss, and vulnerability, leaving people defensive and easily triggered. Measure our spiritual maturity by how we are growing in our ability to love others. In Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, bestselling author Pete Scazzero lays out how to create an emotionally healthy culture and multiply dee
£12.59
Kitab Bhavan Islamic Law of Inheritance: A New Approach
Book SynopsisIim-ul-Faraiz, i.e., the Islamic Law of Inheritance, is the most important branch of Shariah (Islamic Law). By providing rigid and clear-cut-rules of inheritance, in Sura al-Nisa (Al-Qurâan), Allah, the Law Giver of Islam, has Himself emphasized its importance.
£6.55
Zondervan Changes That Heal
Book SynopsisNew York Times bestselling author Dr. Henry Cloud offers four practical steps to make your life more fulfilling in the classic guide to healthy relationships, Changes That Heal.
£13.49
St Martin's Press The Art of War The Classic Guide to Strategy
Book SynopsisSun Tzu's The Art of War offers the wisdom of ancient China for the modern reader Originally written in the 5th century, The Art of War is a masterpiece of military strategy and Chinese philosophy that has influenced countless leaders, both on the battlefield and in the boardroom. The exhortations and advice from The Art of War have echoed throughout the centuries as pieces of timeless wisdom, no matter the foe you may be facing. This edition of the timeless classic uses Lionel Giles's brilliant translation of the original text, re-designed with a modern look and a pocket-size trim that's perfect for gift giving. Whether they're students or salespeople, readers everywhere will benefit from Sun Tzu's profound insights into human behavior.
£9.00
The Good Book Company The Friend Who Forgives Storybook: A true story
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£8.99
Oxford University Press Inc American Cosmic
Book SynopsisTrade Review...American Cosmic is well worth the attention of scholars interested in how the religious is both created and functions in the contemporary world. * Jeremy Rapport, International Journal for the Study of New Religions *This book deserves to be given attention by those in the religious studies field whose familiarity with UFO Religions is confined to historical cases or more modern personality-driven organizations. * Aaron John Gulyas, Nova Religio *refreshingly engaging * Benjamin E. Zeller, Journal of the American Academy of Religion *The book as a whole is a highly sensitive, and erudite. * Paradigm Explorer *Table of ContentsPreface- A Tour of Silicon Valley with Jacques Vallee Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1- The Invisible Tyler D. Chapter 2- James: Master of the Multiverse Chapter 3- Scott Browne's In the Field: The War is Virtual, The Blood is Real Chapter 4- When Star Wars Became Real: The Mechanisms of Belief Chapter 5- The Material Code: Moving Beyond the Disembodied Soul to the Materiality of Quantum Information Chapter 6- The Human Receiver: Matter, Information, Energy... Contact Chapter Seven- Suspended in Space: Levitating, Bilocating Saints and Tyler D.'s Spiritual Conversion in Rome Conclusion- The Artifact
£18.89
Baker Publishing Group The World of the New Testament Cultural Social
Book SynopsisA team of distinguished specialists introduces the Jewish, Hellenistic, and Roman backgrounds necessary for understanding the New Testament and the early church.Table of ContentsContents1. IntroductionJoel B. Green and Lee Martin McDonald2. New Testament ChronologyLee Martin McDonaldPart 1: Setting the Context: Exile and the Jewish Heritage3. ExileNicholas Perrin4. The Hasmoneans and the Hasmonean EraLarry R. Helyer5. The Herodian DynastyEverett Ferguson6. MonotheismNathan MacDonald7. The Scriptures and Scriptural InterpretationLidija NovakovicPart 2: Setting the Context: Roman Hellenism8. Greek ReligionMoyer V. Hubbard9. The Imperial CultNicholas Perrin10. Greco-Roman Philosophical SchoolsJohn T. Fitzgerald11. Civic and Voluntary Associations in the Greco-Roman WorldMichael S. Moore12. Economics, Taxes, and TithesDavid J. Downs13. Slaves and Slavery in the Roman WorldS. Scott Bartchy14. Women, Children, and Families in the Greco-Roman WorldLynn H. Cohick15. Education in the Greco-Roman WorldBen Witherington IIIPart 3: The Jewish People in the Context of Roman Hellenism16. Temple and PriesthoodDavid Instone-Brewer17. Jews and SamaritansLidija Novakovic18. Pharisees, Sadducees, and EssenesMichelle Lee-Barnewall19. The Dead Sea ScrollsC. D. Elledge20. Prophetic Movements and ZealotsJames D. G. Dunn21. ApocalypticismLarry R. Helyer22. Synagogue and SanhedrinKenneth D. Litwak23. Jews in the DiasporaDavid A. deSilva24. Noncanonical Jewish WritingsDaniel M. Gurtner25. Jewish Identity, Beliefs, and PracticesArchie T. Wright26. Jewish EducationKent L. Yinger27. Healing and HealthcareJoel B. GreenPart 4: The Literary Context of Early Christianity28. Reading, Writing, and ManuscriptsE. Randolph Richards29. Pseudonymous Writings and the New TestamentLee Martin McDonald30. Literary Forms in the New TestamentThomas E. Phillips31. Homer and the New TestamentThomas E. Phillips32. Josephus and the New TestamentMichael F. Bird33. Philo and the New TestamentTorrey Seland34. Rabbinic Literature and the New TestamentBruce Chilton35. Early Canonical Christian WritingsNicholas PerrinPart 5: The Geographical Context of the New Testament36. Jesus Research and ArcheologyJames H. Charlesworth37. EgyptJohn D. Wineland38. PalestineThomas R. Hatina39. Syria, Cilicia, and CyprusMark Wilson40. The Province and Cities of AsiaPaul Trebilco41. GalatiaMark Wilson42. MacedoniaGene L. Green43. AchaiaGene L. Green44. Rome and Its ProvincesThomas HatinaAdditional ResourcesMoney in the New Testament EraLee Martin McDonaldMeasurements in the New Testament EraLee Martin McDonaldGlossaryJoel B. Green and Lee Martin McDonaldIndexes
£31.44
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Shattering of Loneliness
Book SynopsisThe experience of loneliness is as universal as hunger or thirst. Because it affects us more intimately, we are less inclined to speak of it. But who has not known its gnawing ache? The fear of loneliness causes anguish. It prompts reckless deeds. To this, every age has borne witness. No voice is more insidious than the one that whispers in our ear: ''You are irredeemably alone, no light will pierce your darkness.'' The fundamental statement of Christianity is to convict that voice of lying. The Christian condition unfolds within the certainty that ultimate reality, the source of all that is, is a personal reality of communion, no metaphysical abstraction. Men and women, made ''in the image and likeness'' of God, bear the mark of that original communion stamped on their being. When our souls and bodies cry out for Another, it is not a sign of sickness, but of health. A labour of potential joy is announced. We are reminded of what we have it in us to become. That our labour may be fruitTrade ReviewThe Shattering of Loneliness is an extraordinary book: not too long but richly dense; profound in its insights and scholarship yet eminently readable; and though clearly written by a monk happy to be a monk, it has as much relevance to the ordinary Christian as to the Trappist monks in the author's care. * Catholic Herald *Intimately personal but never self-indulgent, it is at once arresting and challenging, uplifting and reassuring, and profoundly moving … The richness of this remarkable book is impossible to convey adequately in so few words. No reader will remain unchanged. * Tablet *Absorbing and fascinating ... It is a book to be read more than once. * Methodist Recorder *Generates deep and unexpected insights [...] Like the memory of a meaningful conversation long after you’ve forgotten what was said. It is unforgettable. * Catholic World Report *The Shattering of Loneliness is a book of extraordinary importance. It is, with prophetic clarity, aware of the depravity, the weakness and the glory of the human condition. * Times Literary Supplement *A work that intelligently renews the vocabulary and the very genre of spiritual literature. * La Croix *This is one of the finest books that I have read in recent years and one which should, in time, become a classic. It acknowledges and articulates the essential contribution of the Christian tradition as inspirer of remembrance for a generation that is beginning to forget. * The Furrow *Varden’s work is the fruit from a tree for the healing of the nations, from a monk who has his feet firmly and incarnationally on the ground. * Lutheran Theological Journal *I’ve read thousands of books. This one has stunned me. -- Mary Margaret Funk, spiritual writer and author of 'The Practice of the Spiritual Life'This wide-reading reviewer hasn’t for ages read such a completely satisfying book […], written in poetic, resonant language. -- Bonnie Thurston, New Testament scholar and authorTable of ContentsList of illustrations Introduction 1 Remember you are dust 2 Remember you were a slave in Egypt 3 Remember Lot's wife 4 Do this in memory of me 5 The Counsellor will call everything to mind 6 Beware lest you forget the Lord Afterword: In Memoriam Notes on the Text and on Sources Permissions
£11.69
Authentic Media ERV Authentic Youth Bible Teal
Book SynopsisThe Authentic Youth Bible is a popular choice for teens, youth groups and schools. The fully anglicised text uses the accurate and accessible ERV (Easy to Read) translation. The contemporary language makes the Authentic Youth Bible easy to get into, so that teens can get a lot out of it! Many extra features are included to help young people understand the Bible for themselves, including introductions to each Bible book, 164 studies that dig deeper into key passages, and 275 insight boxes that help explain the meaning of certain verses. 32 full colour pages tackle issues such as peer pressure, relationships, image and self-esteem as well as looking at themes such as following Jesus, the Trinity and trusting God. The Authentic Youth Bible is a full text Bible that is the perfect choice to help teens get into the Bible for themselves and develop strong foundations in the faith. Content Benefits: The Authentic Youth Bible is a contemporary and accessible translation that is bursting with extra features that will help teens and young adults understand and live out God's Word today. A popular choice for secondary schools and for youth groups as well as for personal use Allows youth leaders to teach the Bible in an accessible yet accurate way Enables teens to engage with the Bible for themselves Ideal for 13-18 year olds and young adults Contemporary translation which is relevant and accurate Simple to understand Anglicised text, with UK spelling and grammar Introductory notes size up the setting and discover the Who, When and What of each Bible book Introductions to both the Old and New Testaments to help set the scene 164 Bible Bit pages help you dig deeper and explore key passages 275 Insight boxes enable you to probe passages and explore the meaning of verses 32 full colour pages explore important and topical issues teens face Easy to read type in two columns A dictionary, conveniently placed at the back of the Bible for easy reference, helps explains difficult or key words Overview of the Bible How to read the Bible section helps readers get started Maps of key periods Table of weights and measures A list of Bible verses to help in various situations Presentation page Binding - Hardback Pages - 1399 Publisher - Authentic Media
£17.09
Oxford University Press Goddesses Who Rule
Book SynopsisGoddesses often are labelled as one-dimensional forces of nature or fertility. In examining a number of goddesses whose primary role is sovereignty, this volume reveals the rich diversity of goddess traditions. Drawn from a variety of cultural and historical settings, the goddesses described here include Inanna of ancient Sumer; Oshun of Nigeria; and Cihuacoatl of pre-historical America.Trade ReviewAn interesting survey of regiocultural understandings of goddesses' relationship to human authority. * The Journal of the American Academy of Religion *
£30.59
Hodder & Stoughton Stillness Speaks
Book SynopsisEckhart Tolle''s writings on the power of living in the moment fast became the most sought-after modern classic on spiritual enlightenment. Now, in this new life-transforming book, we are shown how to become our true selves by embracing silence and stillness. When we are no longer limited by our thinking mind, suffering and pain disappears and we are able to move towards a new understanding of our relationships, of nature, and of the profound wisdom that is to be found in stillness.Trade ReviewThe POWER OF NOW can transform your thinking. The result? More joy, right now. -- Oprah WinfreyThe POWER OF NOW can transform your thinking. The result? More joy, right now. -- Oprah WinfreyThe must-read bible du jour. * Red magazine *The must-read bible du jour. * Red magazine *This practical mystic's modern gospel offers transcendent truths that set us free. -- Dan MillmanThis practical mystic's modern gospel offers transcendent truths that set us free. -- Dan MillmanThe Power of Now can transform your thinking. The result? More joy, right now. * Oprah Winfrey *(FOR THE POWER OF NOW) 'This book is generating quite a buzz of excitement. It is quite simply one of the clearest and most accessible texts on becoming more present that we have ever seen.' * Kindred Spirit *The must-read bible du jour * Red Magazine *This practical mystic's modern gospel offers transcendent truths that set us free. * Dan Millman *
£10.44
Crossway Books What He Must Be: ...If He Wants to Marry My
Book SynopsisGuides parents in evaluating young men seeking their daughter's hand, assists young women in understanding the only kind of man they should consider marrying, and teaches young men how to grow in biblical manhood.
£11.69
Shambhala Publications Inc The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh
Book SynopsisA treasury of writings and teachings from the beloved Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh.Since Thich Nhat Hanh’s exile from his native Vietnam in 1966, this Zen Buddhist monk has gone on to become one of the most influential and beloved spiritual masters of our age. The seeming simplicity of his words belies the power of this teaching to touch the heart and mind and to inspire spiritual practice. These selections, taken from his many published works, together make up a concise introduction to all his major themes and distill his teachings on the transformation of individuals, relationships, and society.This book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series.The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.
£8.99
Shambhala Publications Inc The Crystal and the Way of Light: Sutra, Tantra,
Book SynopsisA contemporary exploration of, and personal meditation on, the Buddhist tradition of Dzogchen and its many teachings for modern life—by an esteemed Tibetan master In The Crystal and the Way of Light, Chogyal Namkhai Norbu examines the spiritual path from the viewpoint of Dzogchen. He discusses the base path and fruit of Dzogchen practice, and describes his education and how he met his principal master who showed him the real meaning of direct introduction to Dzogchen. By interweaving his life story with the teachings, he both sets Dzogchen in its traditional context and reveals its powerful contemporary relevance. The book is richly illustrated with photos of Buddhist masters, meditational deities, and Dzogchen symbols.
£18.40
Random House USA Inc In Love with the World
Book SynopsisA rare, intimate account of a world-renowned Buddhist monk’s near-death experience and the life-changing wisdom he gained from it“One of the most inspiring books I have ever read.”—Pema Chödrön, author of When Things Fall Apart“This book has the potential to change the reader’s life forever.”—George Saunders, author of Lincoln in the BardoAt thirty-six years old, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche was a rising star within his generation of Tibetan masters and the respected abbot of three monasteries. Then one night, telling no one, he slipped out of his monastery in India with the intention of spending the next four years on a wandering retreat, following the ancient practice of holy mendicants. His goal was to throw off his titles and roles in order to explore the deepest aspects of his being. He immediately discovered that a lifetime of Buddhist education and practice had not prepared him to deal with dirty fellow travelers or the screeching of a railway car. He found he was too attached to his identity as a monk to remove his robes right away or to sleep on the Varanasi station floor, and instead paid for a bed in a cheap hostel. But when he ran out of money, he began his life as an itinerant beggar in earnest. Soon he became deathly ill from food poisoning—and his journey took a startling turn. His meditation practice had prepared him to face death, and now he had the opportunity to test the strength of his training. In this powerful and unusually candid account of the inner life of a Buddhist master, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche offers us the invaluable lessons he learned from his near-death experience. By sharing with readers the meditation practices that sustain him, he shows us how we can transform our fear of dying into joyful living.Praise for In Love with the World “Vivid, compelling . . . This book is a rarity in spiritual literature: Reading the intimate story of this wise and devoted Buddhist monk directly infuses our own transformational journey with fresh meaning, luminosity, and life.”—Tara Brach, author of Radical Acceptance and True Refuge “In Love with the World is a magnificent story—moving and inspiring, profound and utterly human. It will certainly be a dharma classic.”—Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart “This book makes me think enlightenment is possible.”—Russell Brand
£15.30
Baker Publishing Group The Greatest Thing in the World Experience the
Book SynopsisThis classic that has sold more than 12 million copies uncovers the simple, positive message of love through an examination of 1 Corinthians 13.
£6.19
Hodder & Stoughton The Power of Now
Book SynopsisThe international bestselling phenomenon that has inspired a generationTrade ReviewThe POWER OF NOW can transform your thinking. The result? More joy, right now. -- Oprah WinfreyThe POWER OF NOW is the bible du jour - a must-read for anyone looking for a modern take on spirituality ... Essential reading for anyone who might be feeling weighed down by the past or fearful of the future. * Red magazine *Pointing to the portals of the eternal Present, this practical mystic's modern gospel offers transcendent truths that set us free. -- Dan MillmanOne of the clearest and most accessible texts on becoming more present than we have seen. * Kindred Spirit *
£11.69
Baker Publishing Group Faith Formation in a Secular Age Responding to
Book SynopsisA leading practical theologian offers an alternative take on the issue of youth drifting away from the church and articulates how faith can be formed in our secular age.Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction: Bonhoeffer Thinks We're DrunkPart 1: A History of the Age of Authenticity: The Challenge of Forming Faith1. The Boring Church and the Pursuit of Authenticity2. The History of Youthfulness3. The Perceived Scam of the Mass Society4. The Rise of the Hippie and the Obsession with Youthfulness5. The Rise of Hip6. Churches Filled with Bobos--the Beasts of AuthenticityPart 2: A Secular Age Meets Paul, and the Youthful Spirit Meets the Spirit of Ministry7. Faith and Its Formation in a Secular Age8. What Is Faith?9. From Membership to a Mystical Union10. The Music of Formation11. Is God a Favor Bestower or Gift Giver?Conclusion: Practical Steps to Consider as the Household of MinistryIndex
£17.84
Hay House UK Ltd True Refuge: Finding Peace and Freedom in Your
Book SynopsisHow do you cope when facing life-threatening illness, family conflict, faltering relationships, old trauma, obsessive thinking, overwhelming emotion or inevitable loss? If you're like most people, chances are you react with fear and confusion, falling back on timeworn strategies: anger, self-judgement and addictive behaviours. Though these old, conditioned attempts to control our life may offer fleeting relief, ultimately they leave us feeling isolated and mired in pain. There is another way. Beneath the turbulence of our thoughts and emotions exists a profound stillness, a silent awareness capable of limitless love. Tara Brach, author of the award-winning Radical Acceptance, calls this awareness our true refuge, because it is available to every one of us, at any moment, no exceptions. In this book, Brach offers a practical guide to finding our inner sanctuary of peace and wisdom in the midst of difficulty. Based on a fresh interpretation of the three classic Buddhist gateways to freedom - truth, love and awareness - True Refuge shows us the way not just to heal our suffering, but also to cultivate our capacity for genuine happiness. Through spiritual teachings, guided meditations and inspirational stories of people who discovered loving presence during times of great struggle, Brach invites us to connect more deeply with our own inner life, one another and the world around us. True Refuge is essential reading for anyone encountering hardship or crisis, anyone dedicated to a path of spiritual awakening. The book reminds us of our own innate intelligence and goodness, making possible an enduring trust in ourselves and our lives. We realize that what we seek is within us, and regardless of circumstances, 'There is always a way to take refuge in a healing and liberating presence.'Trade ReviewSo many of us fear there is something wrong with us or have hit an emotional brick wall. True Refuge by Tara Brach, a clinical psychologist and teacher of mindfulness, is a source of gentle consolation. The Sunday Times, Style Drawing on the latest findings in neuroscience as well as ten more years of personal experience on the path of awakening, Tara Brach's superb second book brings readers ever more deeply in touch with our true nature. This book is a precious gift, filled with insight, shared from heart to heart. -- Thich Nhat Hanh This is a special book, lovely, loving, wise and helpful. It is like having a sage and caring friend sit with you, offering comfort, insight and guidance for your own true journey home. -- Jack Kornfield author of The Wise Heart This is a beautifully written book that directly taps into the beating heart of wisdom and compassion. It offers useful, pragmatic advice on how to deepen one's mindfulness practice and have greater self-compassion when faced with suffering. A wonderful follow-up to Radical Acceptance, this is a must-read for anyone who wants to develop greater insight and open-heartedness in their life. -- Kristin Neff, PhD author of Self-Compassion Tara Brach has done it again. True Refuge inspires the confidence needed to face our deepest, most difficult emotions. With tenderness and understanding, she teaches us the practical techniques that can help us loosen the grip of these emotions and arrive at a place of peace and basic goodness which is our essential nature. As more and more citizens learn and practice these techniques, it can begin a transformation that will allow a kinder, compassionate, and more mindful nation to emerge. -- Congressman Tim Ryan, author of A Mindful Nation There is something very special about this exquisitely written book-its clarity, beauty, simplicity, and humanity practically sing to you. Inspiring and uplifting to read, it also has eminently practical, implementable, step-by-step guidance to practice and live by. And the fifteen brief, powerful guided meditations offer an easy, gentle entry toward inner peace and wisdom. While turning the pages, I thought of a half dozen people who could really use this book as a friendly, loving reference point-myself included! -- Belleruth Naparstek, author of Invisible Heroes and creator of the Health Journeys guided imagery audio series This book is a rare gift. It speaks to the tender heart in us all when things go wrong in our lives. In a natural and deeply personal way, Tara Brach accompanies the reader into "presence," a warm embrace of who we are and the life we're given. She offers tools and gentle guidance for living safely and peacefully even in the midst of challenging circumstances. At once inspiring, humble, and wise, this book uniquely captures the ineffable, healing essence of mindfulness meditation practice. -- Christopher Germer, Ph.D., Clinical Instructor, Harvard Medical School, author of The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion An insightful book that shows us the way not just to heal our suffering but also to cultivate our capacity for genuine happiness through spiritual teachings, guided meditations and inspirational stories of people who discovered loving presence during times of great struggle. YOGA magazine
£12.74
Yale University Press In Ishmaels House
Book SynopsisThe relationship between Jews and Muslims has been a flashpoint that affects stability in the Middle East and has consequences around the globe. This book challenges the standard media portrayal and presents an account of hope, opportunity, fear, and terror that have characterized these two people through the 1,400 years of their history.Trade Review"'... a nonstop barrage of compelling facts from a breathtakingly wide collection of archives, to build up an overwhelming portrait of a people's suffering.' (Dominic Lawson, Sunday Times) 'A valuable, balanced contribution.' (Iain Finlayson, The Times) 'Gilbert's scholarship is meticulous, his tone balanced, and he takes care to include painstaking details.' (Marina Benjamin, London Evening Standard) 'Gilbert fluently recounts the ups and downs of Jewish-Arab relations over the centuries.' (Adam LeBor, Literary Review) 'Gilbert's book is an illuminating and a moving account of the history of the Jews in Arab lands.' (Avi Shlaim, Financial Times) 'Hard-hitting and frequently harrowing' (Simon Griffith, Mail on Sunday)"
£18.99
Wordsworth Editions Ltd Tao Te Ching
Book SynopsisTranslated with Notes by Arthur Waley. With an Introduction by Robert Wilkinson. Dating from around 300BC, Tao Te Ching is the first great classic of the Chinese school of philosophy called Taoism. Within its pages is summed up a complete view of the cosmos and how human beings should respond to it. A profound mystical insight into the nature of things forms the basis for a humane morality and vision of political utopia. The ideas in this work constitute one of the main shaping forces behind Chinese spirituality, art and science, so much so that no understanding of Chinese civilisation is possible without a grasp of Taoism. This edition presents the authoritative translation by Arthur Waley, with a new Introduction reflecting recent developments in the interpretation of the work.
£5.90
SPCK Publishing Just This
Book SynopsisSpiritual guidance for how to be present in everyday moments.Trade Review"The Divine Dance: Finding the sweet spot where contemporary science meets ancient mysticism, and theology meets poetry, The Divine Dance sketches a beautiful choreography for a life well-lived. In our joy or our pain, true life is always relational, a flow, a dance. (And was always meant to be.)', Bono, U2;'Rohr and Morrell have given us a liberating and yet totally orthodox invitation into the life of God. This book is a celebration of the Trinity, not as bad math (1+1+1=3), and not as baffling mystery to avoid, but as the divine movement of love. The Divine Dance is an example of why Rohr has had such a profound influence on so many Christians seeking to balance reason and mystery, action and contemplation, not to mention faith and real life.', Nadia Bolz-Weber, Pastor, House for All Sinners and Saints, Author, Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People, NadiaBolzWeber.com;'Falling Upward: Understanding the spiritual aspects of aging is as important as appreciating the systems and biological processes that age us. Richard Rohr has given us a perfect guide to what he calls the "further journey," a voyage into the mystery and beauty of healthy spiritual maturity.', Mehmet Oz, M.D., host of the 'Dr. Oz Show';'The power of Immortal Diamond is impossible to exaggerate. With the cutting skills of a surgeon and the heart of a Franciscan, Richard exposes the misperceptions and counterfeits that have shaped our faith. He then promises and delivers a "staggering change of perspective" along with a taste of the intimacy of all love, both human and divine. Every word is a rare gift from a true elder and a worthy guide.', Paula D'Arcy, author, Gift of the Red Bird and Waking Up to This Day;'Richard Rohr continues to guide us to greater wholeness. The latest example is his new book, Breathing Under Water. A prolific writer, his books have helped countless souls, especially those who struggle with issues of brokenness and seek transformation.', National Catholic ReporterTable of ContentsCONTENTS Introduction: awe . . . and surrendering to it One: a moment of awe Two: growing up and waking up Three: suffering and surrender Four: practices and prompts
£10.79
Baker Publishing Group Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testame
Book SynopsisLeading evangelical scholar John Walton surveys the cultural context of the ancient Near East, bringing insight to the interpretation of specific Old Testament passages. This new edition of a top-selling textbook has been thoroughly updated and revised throughout to reflect the refined thinking of a mature scholar. It includes over 30 illustrations. Students and pastors who want to deepen their understanding of the Old Testament will find this a helpful and instructive study.Table of ContentsContentsPart 1: Comparative Studies1. History and Methods2. Comparative Studies, Scholarship, and TheologyPart 2: Literature of the Ancient Near East3. Summary of the Literature of the Ancient Near EastPart 3: Religion4. The Gods5. Temples and Rituals6. State and Family ReligionPart 4: Cosmos7. Cosmic Geography8. Cosmology and CosmogonyPart 5: People9. Understanding the Past: Human Origins and Role10. Understanding the Past: Historiography11. Encountering the Present: Guidance for Life--Divination and Omens12. Encountering the Present: Context of Life--Cities and Kingship13. Encountering the Present: Guidelines for Life--Law and Wisdom14. Pondering the Future on Earth and after DeathConcluding RemarksAppendix: Individual GodsIndexes
£20.69
Shambhala Publications Inc Comfortable with Uncertainty: 108 Teachings on
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£14.39
Baker Publishing Group For the Life of the World – Theology That Makes a
Book SynopsisChristianity Today 2020 Book Award (Award of Merit, Theology/Ethics) Outreach 2020 Recommended Resource of the Year (Theology and Biblical Studies) The question of what makes life worth living is more vital now than ever. In today's pluralistic, postsecular world, universal values are dismissed as mere matters of private opinion, and the question of what constitutes flourishing life--for ourselves, our neighbors, and the planet as a whole--is neglected in our universities, our churches, and our culture at large. Although we increasingly have technology to do almost anything, we have little sense of what is truly worth accomplishing. In this provocative new contribution to public theology, world-renowned theologian Miroslav Volf (named "America's New Public Intellectual" by Scot McKnight on his Jesus Creed blog) and Matthew Croasmun explain that the intellectual tools needed to rescue us from our present malaise and meet our new cultural challenge are the tools of theology. A renewal of theology is crucial to help us articulate compelling visions of the good life, find our way through the maze of contested questions of value, and answer the fundamental question of what makes life worth living.Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction: Why Theology Matters--To Us1. The Human Quest2. The Crisis of Theology3. The Renewal of Theology4. The Challenge of Universality5. Lives of Theologianswith Justin Crisp6. A Vision of Flourishing LifeIndex
£13.29
Collective Ink Pagan Portals - the Dagda: Meeting the Good God
Book SynopsisGet to know the Good God of Ireland through mythology, history, and modern worship. The Dagda is one of the most well-known of the Irish Gods, a king of the Tuatha De Danann and mediator between the Gods and mortals after the Gaels came to Ireland. A popular God among Irish and Celtic pagans, the Dagda is a powerful figure who reaches out to us from myth and memory. For those seeking to honor him today finding information can be difficult or confusing. Pagan Portals - the Dagda offers a place to begin untangling the complex history of this deity.
£9.49
Penguin Putnam Inc Accept This Gift: Selections from a Course in
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£8.99
The Islamic Texts Society Ibn 'Arabi: The Voyage of No Return
£11.69
Wisdom Publications,U.S. Bear Awareness: Questions and Answers on Taming
Book SynopsisThe bestselling author of Who Ordered This Truckload of Dung? and one of the world’s most beloved Buddhist monks answers meditators’ questions.In Bear Awareness English monk Ajahn Brahm answers actual questions from his meditation students––questions you may have had as well. While most mindfulness meditation teachers praise the benefits of bare awareness, he teaches bear awareness. He helps us make friends with the scary things that come up on the cushion, and he knows how to lift the mood with a well-placed stuffed teddy––or a well-timed pun. The intimacy of the question-and-answer format provides a fresh experience of learning from a master meditator. Whether he is urging readers to fly Buddha Air (sit back and relax on your way to nirvana), giving tips for dealing with panic attacks or depression, or extolling the bliss of meditation that is better than sex, he gives us permission to enjoy our lives and our practice.
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SPCK Publishing Finishing Well
Book Synopsis'God's purpose for us is to show, as we get older, that he gives us his strength and, through our experiences of him, his wisdom,' says Ian Knox. 'God is not finished with us. In our later years we are not only to be blessed, but to be a blessing and bring a blessing.'Trade ReviewFinishing Well is an excellent read; enjoyable, accessible and comforting, with the constant reminder of what the Bible says about older age, and the plans God has for His people. As we are reminded of how God sees later life, we have so much to gain in our own lives as well as our churches and wider communities. This book will both inform and engage, and I commend it to you. * Carl Knightly, Chief Executive, Faith in Later Life. *Ian Knox’s wealth of wisdom, experience and research are all encapsulated in this book. In reaching out to those in later life we touch God’s heart and so does this book. It deserves to be read by every Christian. * Terry Puttick, Field Director, London City Mission *For some, this book could prove to be life-changing. Ian Knox has provided us with both an encouraging and challenging manuscript for those exploring one of the big questions of life, "How do I finish well?" * Steve Clifford, former General Director, Evangelical Alliance *Christian Churches, people and charities are conspicuously active in working with older people. Accessible to leaders and doers, this book is a vital call to set this activity in the biblical context of older age so that it can be of eternal significance. * Stephen Hammersley, Chief Executive, Pilgrims’ Friend Society *Ian Knox has written a book about aging that is full of wisdom and wit, from a global perspective, and redolent with Scripture. Thankfully, most of us will grow old (the alternative, as Ian notes, is to die young) and this book helps us approach that with hope and courage and purpose. He also writes as one who is arriving there himself, and so is mercifully short on glib responses to the challenges that come with the final stages of life. * Rev’d Dr Paul Goodliff, General Secretary, Churches Together in England *
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The Islamic Texts Society Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya on Knowledge: from Key to
Book SynopsisIbn Qayyim al-Jawziyya on Knowledge: from Key to the Blissful Abode (Miftah Dar al-Sa''ada) is an abridgement of the first volume of Key to the Blissful Abode, a popular title by the renowned theologian and jurist Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya. In it, Ibn Qayyim focuses on the importance of knowledge and willpower, as means through which a person may attain Paradise. Willpower is the door and knowledge in particular knowledgewhich pertains to God and His Attributes, the Qur''an and the example of the Prophetis the key. Ibn Qayyim discusses the virtues and benefits of knowledge over wealth and worldly matters; the path to knowledge; the importance of pursuing knowledge and applying it in order to achieve guidance from God and protect oneself from doubts; the superiority of the scholar over the worshipper; the necessity of using knowledge and willpower as the bases for all actions if one is to achieve spiritual bliss. Ibn Qayyim then concludes Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya on Knowledge: from Key to the Blissful Abode, by discussing the importance of contemplation and reflection in order to attain further knowledge and guidance.
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Muddy Pearl Lead
Book SynopsisThe moment Jesus kneels with a towel and bowl to wash his disciples' feet. The point where he looks Peter in the eye and predicts betrayal. That intimate, urgent prayer to the Father for the disciples. That resolute strength before the Sanhedrin, before Pilate, before the crowd. The cross. The talk with Mary in the Garden. The walk with Peter at Galilee. The later chapters of the Gospel of John form what is for many the deepest and most moving accounts of all Scripture. They also form a detailed description of Jesus' final days and hours on earth, Jesus final instructions to his team as he prepares to hand on his ministry. Karl Martin mines this incredibly rich vein of Scripture to draw lessons for leadership, leadership in Jesus' way. Leadership in the way of Jesus is about humility, about investing your life in your team, about facing betrayal, about dying to self, about handing on, about succession. Ultimately, true leadership is not about seeing others serve your dream - it is about seeing others released into the dreams, the gifting and calling that the Lord has placed on their lives. It is about something beyond you. This deceptively profound, honest and practical book gives great insight for leaders - challenge for younger leaders, encouragement for mid-life leaders, and refreshment for the mature leaders - and what may be some of the most significant lessons of their leadership life.
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers The Art of Dreaming
Book SynopsisCarlos Castaneda was one of the most influential spiritual teachers of the 20th century. In this stunning new jacket edition of his bestselling book, he takes the reader on an amazing journey of the soul via the teachings of the great sorcerer don Juan and reveals that there are worlds existing within our own that can be visited through dreams. The Art of Dreaming is an extraordinary and exciting adventure of the psyche unlike any other, which takes the reader on an amazing journey of the soul via the teachings of the great sorcerer, don Juan. Carlos Castaneda reveals that, like the layers of an onion, there are worlds existing within our own that can be visited through dreams. Using powerful ancient techniques to alter his state of consciousness, Castaneda travels into new worlds and encounters remarkable but dangerous beings; he conjoins energy bodies with another dreamer in order to dream and explore together, and thus acquires new knowledge and understanding. Castaneda’s compelling writing enables the reader to participate fully in his eye-opening and thrilling discoveries and explorations.Trade Review‘Castaneda has become one of the godfathers of the New Age movement… He is addressing the central issues of our time.’ LOS ANGELES TIMES ‘Carlos Castaneda is one of the most profound and influential thinkers of this century. His insights are paving the direction for the future evolution of human consciousness. We should all be deeply indebted to him.’ DEEPAK CHOPRA ‘We are incredibly fortunate to have Carlos Castaneda’s books… One can’t exaggerate the significance of what he has done.’ NEW YORK TIMES ‘It’s impossible to view the world in quite the same way after reading him…If Castaneda is correct, there is another world, a sometimes beautiful and sometimes frightening world, right before our eyes at the moment- if only we could see.’ CHICAGO TRIBUNE
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University of California Press Creating the Quran
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Page Street Publishing Co. The Beginner Witch's Handbook: Essential Spells,
Book SynopsisEvery Witch’s story begins with a step into the unknown - but you don’t have to do it alone. Leah Middleton, known online as The Redheaded Witch, is here to guide you down the Witch’s path. With gentle encouragement and advice through each twist and turn in the road, she will equip you with all of the knowledge and skills you’ll need to craft your own personalised practice rooted in traditional witchcraft. Discover answers to all your curiosities, from how to consecrate your tools to the best times of year for a heart-healing ritual. You’ll also discover how to connect with the flora, fauna, and ancestral spirits around you and incorporate them into your practice. Featuring over 30 spells and rituals spanning plant magic, folk- craft, kitchen witchery and more, you’ll find new ways to harness your inner power and reimagine your craft. Let this handbook be your lantern as you enter the dark woods, and embark on your magickal journey.
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Vida Nbla Santa Biblia AMA a Dios Grandemente Interior
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Llewellyn Publications,U.S. The Orphic Hymns
Book SynopsisThe Orphic hymns are fascinating historical artifacts 87 devotions, invocations, and entreaties to the Greek gods that are as powerful today as they were when they were originally developed thousands of years ago.
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Crossway Books Deeper
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Pan Macmillan Pandora's Jar: Women in the Greek Myths
Book Synopsis'Funny, sharp explications of what these sometimes not-very-nice women were up to!' – Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid's TaleThe Greek myths are among the world's most important cultural building blocks and they have been retold many times, but rarely do they focus on the remarkable women at the heart of these ancient stories.Now, in Pandora's Jar: Women in the Greek Myths, Natalie Haynes – broadcaster, writer and passionate classicist – redresses this imbalance. Taking Pandora and her jar (the box came later) as the starting point, she puts the women of the Greek myths on equal footing with the menfolk.Stories of gods and monsters are the mainstay of epic poetry and Greek tragedy, from Homer to Aeschylus. But modern tellers of Greek myth have usually been men, and have routinely shown little interest in telling women’s stories. And when they do, those women are often painted as monstrous, vengeful or just plain evil. But Pandora – the first woman, who according to legend unloosed chaos upon the world – was not a villain, and even Medea and Phaedra have more nuanced stories than generations of retellings might indicate.After millennia of stories telling of gods and men, be they Zeus or Odysseus, the voices that sing from these pages are those of Hera, Athena and Artemis, and of Clytemnestra, Jocasta, Eurydice and Penelope.'A treasure box of classical delights. Never has ancient misogyny been presented with so much wit and style' - historian Amanda ForemanTrade ReviewReading Pandora's Jar: Women in the Greek Myths by Natalie Haynes: Funny, sharp explications of what these sometimes not-very-nice women were up to, and how they sometimes made idiots of . . . but read on! -- Margaret AtwoodIf I'm ever prosecuted, I'd like Natalie Haynes to defend me. She argues persuasively, carving out space for women denied a voice (Medusa), overshadowed (Jocasta) and unjustly condemned (Helen of Troy) . . . Agile, rich, subversive, Pandora's Jar proves that the classics are far from dead, and keep evolving with us. -- Madeleine Feeny * Mail on Sunday *Haynes is a brilliant classicist as well as a stand-up comedian and with her latest offering, Pandora's Jar, she has effectively written the first textbook codifying this new feminist take on the Greek myths. -- Neil Mackay * Herald *Hugely enjoyable and witty * Guardian *Impassioned and informed . . . When Haynes gets down to retelling the stories . . . and teasing out their distortions and elisions, the book flies. * Sunday Times *An erudite, funny and sometimes angry attempt to fill in the blank spaces. -- Stephanie Merritt * Observer *The best kind of academic writing; engaged, engaging and fun (Beyoncé, Ray Harryhausen and Buffy the Vampire Slayer all turn up within). * Herald, Christmas Books 2020 *Witty and frequently surprising -- Farah Abdessamad * TLS *Beyoncé, Star Trek, Ray Harryhausen . . . the most enjoyable book about Greek myths you will ever read, absolutely brimming with subversive enthusiasm. -- Mark HaddonWitty, erudite and subversive, this takes the women of Greek myth—the women who are sidelined, vilified, misunderstood or ignored—and puts them centre stage. -- Samantha Ellis, author of How to Be a Heroine and Take CourageNatalie Haynes is beyond brilliant. Pandora’s Jar is a treasure box of classical delights. Never has ancient misogyny been presented with so much wit and style. -- Amanda ForemanNatalie Haynes is the nation's muse -- Adam RutherfordNatalie Haynes is both a witty and an erudite guide. She wears her extensive learning lightly and deftly drags the Classics into the modern world. I loved it. -- Kate Atkinson, author of Life After Life
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Shambhala Publications Inc Ordinary Wonder: Zen Life and Practice
Book SynopsisFresh and never-before published talks on the crux of Buddhist practice and how to uncover wonder in your daily life from legendary Zen teacher and bestselling author Charlotte Joko Beck."As you embrace the suffering of life, the wonder shows up at the same time. They go together."--Charlotte Joko BeckIn this collection of never-before published teachings by Charlotte Joko Beck, one of the most influential Western-born Zen teachers, she explores our “core beliefs”—the hidden, negative convictions we hold about ourselves that direct our thoughts and behavior and prevent us from experiencing life as it is. Wryly humorous and relatable, Beck uses powerfully clear language to show how our lives present us with daily opportunities to move from thinking to experiencing, from compulsivity to confidence, and from anguish to peace. Whether you are a Zen practitioner or a reader interested in exploring these teachings for the first time, Ordinary Wonder offers the depth and breadth of Beck’s remarkable experience in an accessible guide to practice amidst the struggles of daily life.
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Tuttle Publishing The Life and Zen Haiku Poetry of Santoka Taneda:
Book SynopsisThe fascinating and quirky biography of a disheveled poet, skillfully interwoven with his original works.Zen monk Santoka Taneda (1882-1940) is one of Japan's most beloved modern poets, famous for his "free-verse" haiku, the dominant style today. This book tells the fascinating story of his life, liberally sprinkled with more than 300 of his poems and extracts from his essays and journals—compiled by his best friend and biographer Sumita Oyama and elegantly translated by William Scott Wilson.Santoka was a literary prodigy, but a notoriously disorganized human being. By his own admission, he was incapable of doing anything other than wandering the countryside and writing verses. Although Santoka married and had a son, he devoted his life to poetry, studying Zen, drinking sake and wandering the length and breadth of the Japanese islands on foot, as a mendicant monk.The poet's life alternated between long periods of solitary retreat and restless travel, influenced by his tragic childhood. When not on the road, he lived in simple grass huts supported by friends and family. Santoka was a lively conversationalist who was often found so drunk he could only make it home with the help of a friendly neighbor or passerby. But above all, throughout his life, he wrote constantly; poetry and essays flowed from him effortlessly.Santoka's eccentric style of haiku is highly regarded in Japan today for being truly modern and free from formal constraints. His journals and essays are equally thought-provoking—the musings of an unkempt but supremely self-conscious mind on everything from writing to cooking rice and his failure to live a more orderly life.This translation and its introduction are by best-selling author William Scott Wilson, whose other works include The Book of Five Rings and The Lone Samurai. Wilson provides sensitive renditions of the haiku illustrating Santoka's life as well as an extensive introduction to the influences on Santoka's work, from contemporary haiku poets and his Buddhist teachers.Alongside the book, readers have access to a two-hour online audio recording of 331 of Santoka Taneda's haiku, read in Japanese by a native speaker, and in English.Trade Review"I feel guilty, finding so much joy in another man's sadness…" --Red Pine, author of Finding Them Gone, translator of The Heart Sutra"William Scott Wilson has unearthed yet another neglected Japanese treasure. Both biography and poems are elegant, inspirational, and brimming with life. Wilson has outdone himself." --Barry Lancet, award-winning author of Japantown and The Spy Across the Table"In this extraordinary book, William Scott Wilson brings his vast experience as a renowned translator of Japanese literature and religious thought…a must read for all those interested in how traditional Japanese culture endures in modern times." --Steven Heine, author of Readings of Dogen's Treasury of the True Dharma Eye
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Faithlife Corporation The Care of Souls
Book Synopsis2020 Christianity Today Book Award Winner for Church/Pastoral Leadership 2019 TGC Ministry Book of the Year Winner Drawing on a lifetime of pastoral experience, The Care of Souls is a beautifully written treasury of proven wisdom which pastors will find themselves turning to again and again. Harold Senkbeil helps remind pastors of the essential calling of the ministry: preaching and living out the Word of God while orienting others in the same direction. And he offers practical and fruitful advice—born out of his five decades as a pastor—that will benefit both new pastors and those with years in the pulpit. In a time when many churches have lost sight of the real purpose of the church, The Care of Souls invites a new generation of pastors to form the godly habits and practical wisdom needed to minister to the hearts and souls of those committed to their care.
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Harvest House Publishers,U.S. Is God Speaking to Me
Book SynopsisAre you ready to be blessed beyond what you can ask or imagine? Lysa Terkeurst will equip you to hear and recognize God’s voice and discover the incredible opportunities He’s already placed in front of you as you learn to say yes to His call.
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