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By Dominic Sansoni, Channa Daswatte. 2006
Sri Lanka Style showcases over 30 of the finest traditional and modern dwellings in Sri Lanka, from private homes to…
retreats and resorts, all designed by the island's most creative architects and interior designers including some by the world-renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa that have never been seen before. These houses demonstrate the essentials of the Sri Lankan lifestyle-spaces open to the environment and the natural use of space and decor-and contribute to a palpable sense of peace and discipline. In addition, there are practical design ideas that can be applied to any tropical locale.By Oriah. 2003
The Call exhorts us to heed the voice inside us, calling us to discover and to live fully our true…
selves and our heart's desires - finding our own unique calling, not in the expectations of others and in the outside world, but deep within ourselves. I have heard it all my lifeA voice calling a name I recognized as myown.Sometimes it comes as a soft-belliedwhisper.Sometimes it holds an edge of urgency.But always it says: Wake up my love. Youare walking asleep.There's no safety in that! The Call, like Oriah's previous books, starts with an evocative, richly textured prose poem. In it, Oriah challenges readers to discard what they know of themselves as seen through other people and the world around them, and to delve deep into their own selves to find who they truly are. She persuades the reader that there is nothing as essential as what you believe yourself to be, and that it's not necessary to search for meaning in other people and the world's agendas; just be confident of your own distinct gifts, challenges and dreams.By Michael Gurian. 2002
With The Wonder of Girls and The Wonder of Boys, bestselling author Michael Gurian presented his groundbreaking views on parenting.…
Now, with the same breadth of vision and depth of commitment, he puts forth a practical design for better nurturing the souls of our sons and daughters. The Wonder of Children offers Michael Gurian's scientifically argued steps toward better care of our children's souls. You'll learn how and why to: Increase bonding and attachment in the family and bring the extended family back into the raising of children. Control a child's media use and expand time spent in the natural world. Guard against damaging brain stressors that can trigger disorders such as depression and substance abuse. Examine the potential toxicity of a child's daily schedule. Increase the time children spend in spiritual process, understanding the mysteries of life, and experiencing joy and a sense of belonging. A passionate and practical guide, The Wonder of Children puts forth a finely wrought argument for greater attention to the spiritual side of childhood.By Lama Surya Das, Richard Power. 2007
The Lost Teachings of Lama Govinda offers a precious glimpse into the consciousness of an extraordinary scholar and mystic, shedding…
new light on Govinda's legendary role as both a pioneer and a prophet. Born in Germany, Lama Govinda was one of the first Westerners to introduce Tibetan Buddhism as an initiate in the tradition. His famed works, The Way of the White Clouds and Foundations of Tibetan Buddhism, live on as some of the best in the field. In this collection of essays and dialogues, Govinda delivers insights that are both timely and timeless. Ranging in issues and themes, including transpersonal psychology, drugs and meditation, Christianity, Theravada and Zen Buddhism, and the I Ching, editor Richard Power brings together Lama Govinda's rarest material--some never before published, some long out of circulation.By Richard Smoley, Joscelyn Godwin. 2007
The Golden Thread traces the interconnectedness of esoteric wisdom in the Western world, from classical antiquity to contemporary Europe and…
America. Joscelyn Godwin lends personal perspective to an arrangement of text that is historical and wisdom that is timeless, creating a source of inspiration that calls us to action in our everyday spiritual practice. Every chapter, therefore, makes reference to some aspect of contemporary life and issues of immediate concern. Elegantly written and not without irony and humor, readers will appreciate the non-threatening tone of Godwin's writing, which is not meant to preach or convert but rather inform the public on an often baffling field. Educated readers who are curious about the esoteric and mystery traditions and interested in finding surprising, new approaches to subjects that veer away from the trends of current thought will be particularly drawn to this book.By David N Elkins. 1998
Let David Elkins, psychologist and former minister, show you how to find authentic, soul-nurturing spirituality outside church or temple walls.…
Discover your personal path to the sacred and explore new ways to bring nonreligious spirituality into your life.By Aryel Sanat. 1999
Aryel Sanat's meticulously researched and cogently argued exploration of Krishnamurti's inner life and experiences explodes a number of popular myths…
about Krishnamurti, particularly that he denied the existence of the Theosophical Masters and disdained the esoteric side of the spiritual path. Rather, Sanat persuasively demonstrates, Krishnamurti had a rich and intense esoteric life. Moreover, the truths of the Ancient Wisdom, as revealed through the Masters, were a reality to Krishnamurti every day of his life, from his boyhood until his death. The real story of Krishnamurti's inner life is shown to have critical implications for our understanding of Krishnamurti's life and ideas and for our views of Theosophy, Buddhism, the teachings of Gurdjieff---indeed, the entirety of contemporary spiritual thought.By Kat Tansey. 2010
Drawn from the deeply personal reflections of a formerly depressed person, this uplifting story shows how a cat taught meditation…
and allowed the mind to heal. This lively, magical, and enlightening book revolves around a wise Maine Coon cat, his kitten muse, and the author Kat Tansey as they take the reader on a challenging and often amusing journey from the disorienting haze of depression to the freedom and clarity of the Buddha mind. The narrative is both inspiring and essential for gaining an understanding of the inner self, reducing stress, finding inner peace, and knowing the joys and comforts of answering to a cat master.By Lynne M. Baab. 2012
Although interest in spiritual practices has grown in recent years, most of the books available address individuals who wish to…
try Christian disciplines such as fasting or fixed-hour prayer. This book, by contrast, offers guidance and examples to Christian leaders as they seek ways to involve their congregations or small groups in spiritual practices. In Joy Together, Lynne M. Baab describes six spiritual practices that congregations can attempt together: thankfulness, fasting, contemplative prayer, lectio divina, hospitality, and Sabbath keeping. She goes on to explore how these practices can help with congregational life and discernment and provides practical instructions for communicating with group members. Discussion questions are included at the end of each chapter so groups can delve into the topics more fully.By Mother Teresa, M.D. Larry Dossey, M.D. Anthony Stern. 1959
At the Home for the Dying in Calcutta, Mother Teresa often cared for the residents as they approached the end.…
As she was ministering to one illness-ravaged man, a visitor overheard her whisper a few words to him. These few words embody some of Mother Teresa's most wonderful wisdom. This is what she said: You say a prayer in your religion, and I will say a prayer as I know it. Together we will say this prayer and it will be something beautiful for God.By Craig Werner, Rhonda Mawhood Lee. 2015
Love and Happiness is a profound meditation on the meaning of eros, the creative and disturbing power usually thought of…
as romantic love. Four of the greatest artists of the Western world lead a pilgrimage through the erotic cosmos, exploring real-world dilemmas that they knew well and that still bedevil us. First we follow in Dante's footsteps from Inferno to Paradiso, then Shakespeare is our guide to Hell, Jane Austen to Purgatory, and Al Green to Paradise. Some of their stories are horrifying, showing the devastation that warped love can wreak. Some are inspiring, helping us imagine what a gift love can be in our own lives. Reading these stories together, Love and Happiness offers a vision of love that's complex, sobering, and ultimately deeply comforting.By Fortunatus Nwachukwu. 2015
El autor explica en modo maravilloso el significado del gesto de Moisés, de quitarse las sandalias ante la zarza ardiendo…
(cf. Ex 3,5), de la acción del ciego que tira su manto mientras salta hacia Jesús (cf. Mc 10,46-52), y del padre que viste al hijo, tras regresar a casa arrepentido, con los vestidos de fiesta y con anillos (cf. Lucas 15, 11-32). El libro nos lleva de la mano a recorrer el camino de la conversión, mediante la explicación de estas conocidas narraciones bíblicas, de forma simple y agradable.By Khurram Murad. 1997
This book contains a selection of the Prophet Muhammad's teachings arranged under 40 topics - wonderful gifts of godliness and…
brotherhood, love and peace, mercy and justice, kindness and fairness, generosity and forgiveness, humility and dignity.By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Candice C. Carter, Susanna Palomares, Bradley L. Winch, Linda K. Williams. 2005
Do you believe that a story can change your life? That it can inspire you to be more happy, more…
confident and more caring? That it can lift your mood, clear your head and give you perspective? Now what about 101 of the most uplifting stories you've ever read about people reaching out, stepping up and transforming their lives and the world around them? At Chicken Soup for the Soul, we know that a story can change your heart. It can touch your mind. It can free your soul. The moment might be as simple as a small child giving water to a dog on a hot day or as heart-wrenching as a parent responding with love to the murder of their child. It might be as common as a class of poor immigrants giving their young instructor a new coat she needed but couldn't afford; as life changing as an unruly student learning to love math because of a dedicated teacher; as satisfying as someone apologizing for a hurtful action of several years before; or as monumental as the international work of Jimmy Carter and Oscar Arias, former President of Costa Rica. As these stories so wonderful illustrate, the power to change starts with you, but it doesn't end there. When we change one heart at a time--our own and then those around us--we create a better world. We hope these stories will touch and change your heart today.By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen. 1995
Through the experiences of others, readers from all walks of life can learn the gift of love, the power of…
perseverance, the joy of parenting and the vital energy of dreaming.By Eileen Caddy, Mike Scott. 1986
For 20 years, meditators have relied on these simple teachings which offer advice on faith, fulfillment, and stillness. Serving as…
a perennial meditational diary, this new edition presents inspirational and practical messages for everyone embarking upon the journey to find a true inner self and spiritual truth. Anyone who meditates-whether inexperienced or seasoned-will find these adages helpful and inspirational. A new foreword, layout, and revised illustrations create an accessible and uplifting treatise on daily spiritual satisfaction and internal happiness.By Diana Cooper. 2008
Intended as an introduction and initiation to a worldwide fascination, this experiential tool draws its conclusions from the careful scrutiny…
of thousands of digital photographs containing orbs#151;visible proof of the presence of angels in the form of ghostly spheres. The book answers technical questions and offers practical guidance, such as who the orbs are, what purpose they serve, and how they can help. The dozens of full-color photos included within allow the orbs to enlighten and transform lives with their specific energies as well as provide tools for confidence, love, empowerment, hope, and spiritual expansion. Seekers will find the orbs especially enlightening, whether they are looking to make simple connections to angels and other spirit guides or ultimately to accelerate their own spiritual ascension.By Søren Kierkegaard. 1998
By Khurram Murad. 2001
Dying and Living for Allah: The Last Will of Khurram Murad is essentially a wake up call, not just to…
his kith and kin, but all the Muslims. This Will is a nasihah - advising, commending and enjoining a life based on loyalty to Allah, striving for the akhira and being particular to one's responsibilities towards others.