{"product_id":"everyday-herbs-in-spiritual-life-a-guide-to-many-practices-9781683360513","title":"Everyday Herbs in Spiritual Life: A Guide to Many","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnhance and enrich your spiritual journey with the power of herbs.  Herbs have been essential to spiritual beliefs and practices throughout time and history. From Christian Scripture to Hindu observances, Jewish ritual to early Islamic literature, Native American traditions to Buddhist symbolism, plants are seen as a blessing from God and a way to remain in harmony with Spirit.  In this fun, informative and engaging guide, you will be delighted by the history of the religious and spiritual use of herbs in many faith traditions and inspired by creative ideas on how to use herbs for spiritual growth. Unique and soul-strengthening activities can teach you how to:    Create herbal art inspired by your faith Craft herbal wreaths, pillows and soaps from herbs selected for their spiritual qualities Prepare herbal teas, infused oils, meals and condiments with herbs chosen for their ability to nurture, strengthen and heal Make candles infused with herbs that promote balance and centering Nourish the soul with herbal sachets and potpourri Use incense and smudge sticks to imbue clarity and purity Design a simple herb garden of plants chosen from among different spiritual traditions Construct spaces in which to use herbs for reflection and meditation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEveryday Herbs In Spiritual Life: A Guide To Many Practices by author, ecologist, educator and storyteller Michael Caduto is a practical and informative guide to incorporating herbs into a spiritual life through the use of rituals and ceremonies. Everyday Herbs In Spiritual Life provides descriptions of the herbs and their applications across many cultural traditions. Of special note is the advice on how to utilize these herbs for personal spiritual growth. For example, creating herbal art inspired by faith and the beauty of nature; crafting herbal wreaths, sachets, garlands, pillows and soaps; preparing herbal teas, infused oils and meals; making potpourri and candles infused with herbs; celebrating holidays, births, weddings and memorials with herbs; designing a simple herb garden of plants chosen from among different spiritual traditions; even how to construct spaces in which to use herbs for reflection and mediation. All this and more make Everyday Herbs In Spiritual Life an invaluable and very strongly recommended addition to personal and community library Metaphysical Studies reference collections and supplemental reading lists. * Midwest Book Review *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword Acknowledgments Introduction  1. Healing Herbals  A Touch of Scent Growing an Herbal Heart Purification and Protection: Smudging Purification and Protection: Scents of Protection Purification and Protection: Garlic Wreath Cards for Celebration Cards for Solace Treatments from Trees Pillow of Peace and Protection  2. Of Aesthetics, Spirit, and Virtue  A Wreath of Pure Beauty Sachets of Courage Bathing Balm Soap for the Spirit A Light of Life  3. Feeding the Spirit, Giving Thanks  Easter Carnival (Rustic) Pie and Pepper Biscuits Herbal Easter Eggs Herbal Easter Basket Herbal Christmas Decorations Herbal Christmas Tree Centerpiece Herbs on a Cone Hanukkah Candles Valentine's Day Heart for the Heart Valentine's Day Card Ramadan Beverage Pots of Herbs Interfaith Manna from Heaven Ritual Cleansing for Meals Daily Havdalah Spice Box Egyptian-Style Thanksgiving Garland Pots of Potpourri  4. Circle of Life  Herbal Memorial: Lustral Water Herbal Memorial: Egyptian Floral Bouquet Bereavement Bouquet Egyptian Herbal Oil Marriage Blessing: Marjoram Marriage Garlands Marriage Blessing: Flower Blessing Rings Egyptian Wedding Bouquet Tea for Two Promise of Pomanders Herbal Newlywed Blessings Baby Blessings and Milk Biscuits  5. Cosmic Herbals  A Cosmic Herbal Garden Protective Herbs for the Cosmic Garden Heaven and Earth Cosmic Labyrinth Cosmic Community Centerpieces Lavender Birds of Peace  6. Reflection and Meditation  Retreat, Respite, Rose Herbs of Meditation Totality Tea Art of Herbal Reflection: Driftwood Herbals Art of Herbal Reflection: Herbal Ball Art of Herbal Reflection: The Art of Knowing Seeds of Success Mesopotamian Meditation Incense  7. The Practical Realm  Planning and Designing an Herb Garden Choosing and Obtaining Herbs for Your Garden Preparing the Soil Caring for Plants Harvesting and Preserving Herbs  Appendix: Sources for Herbs, Seeds, and Herbal Supplies Glossary and Index of Herbs and Flowers Index of Activities Credits Lists of Herbs    Herbs for Healing Herbs for Aesthetics, Spirit, and Virtue Herbs for Feeding the Spirit and Giving Thanks Herbs and Flowers for Circle of Life Cosmic Herbs, Flowers, and Fruits Herbs and Flowers for Reflection and Meditation","brand":"Jewish Lights Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51360014467415,"sku":"9781683360513","price":20.69,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781683360513.jpg?v=1754126403","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/everyday-herbs-in-spiritual-life-a-guide-to-many-practices-9781683360513","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}